Description

 

Alcatel‑Lucent OS9-GNI-U24E – 24-port Gigabit SFP line card for OmniSwitch 9000 aggregation

The OS9-GNI-U24E is a 24-port Gigabit SFP interface module designed for the Alcatel‑Lucent OmniSwitch 9000 chassis. From my experience, this card is typically used to consolidate fiber uplinks from access switches or to build flexible aggregation layers where you need a mix of SX/LX/ZX optics and, in many cases, even 1G copper via SFP. It’s hot-swappable, plays nicely with high-availability supervisor setups, and keeps your 1G links running at line rate in most day-to-day scenarios.

Company’s Order Placement Process and Guarantees

• Warranty period: 365 days
• Delivery time: 1 week for in-stock items; no more than one month at the latest
• Payment: 50% advance payment; full payment before delivery
• Express delivery: FedEx, UPS, DHL

Key Features

• 24 x SFP Gigabit ports – Flexible 1G fiber interfaces for SX/LX/ZX/BX optics; 1G copper SFPs are supported in many deployments.
• Hot-swappable line card – Insert or replace without powering down the chassis, minimizing disruption.
• OmniSwitch 9000 backplane integration – Ties into the chassis switching fabric for predictable throughput and low latency.
• L2 switching with advanced policies – VLANs, QoS, and ACL features are available; depth of features typically depends on the chassis software release and licenses.
• Operational visibility – Per‑port statistics and SFP diagnostics (DOM/DDM) help with quick fiber health checks in the field.
• HA-ready – Works with redundant supervisors and power systems for higher service continuity.
• Campus and metro aggregation use cases – A straightforward way to aggregate multiple access rings or connect server/storage nodes over 1G optics.

Technical Specifications

Brand / Model	Alcatel‑Lucent OS9-GNI-U24E (OmniSwitch 9000 series line card)
HS Code	8517.70 (Parts of switching/routing apparatus)
Port Configuration	24 x 1G SFP (1000BASE‑X); supports common SX/LX/ZX/BX optics; 1G copper SFPs in many cases
Power Requirements	Powered via OmniSwitch 9000 chassis backplane; incremental load varies by installed SFPs
Operating Temperature	Typically 0 to 40°C (as defined by the host chassis environmental spec)
Signal I/O Types	Optical 1G SFP (LC fiber via transceivers); optional 1G copper via SFP
Communication Interfaces	Switch fabric/backplane of OmniSwitch 9000; out‑of‑band management via chassis
Installation Method	Front‑inserted, single‑slot, hot‑swappable line card for OS9000 chassis
Standards Compliance	IEEE 802.3z (1000BASE‑X); 802.1Q VLAN; QoS/ACL features per AOS release

Related or Supporting Products

• OS9-GNI-C24E – 24-port 10/100/1000 RJ‑45 copper line card; ideal when you prefer copper access without SFPs.
• OS9-XNI-U12 – Higher-speed option with 10GbE SFP+ (typically 12 ports); good for uplink consolidation or core interconnects.
• 1G SFP Transceivers – 1000BASE‑SX (850 nm), 1000BASE‑LX (1310 nm), 1000BASE‑ZX (1550 nm), 1000BASE‑BX BiDi; plus 1000BASE‑T SFP for copper runs.
• OmniSwitch 9000 Chassis & Supervisors – Ensure AOS software release compatibility for the U24E line card features.

You might notice that feature availability (for example, advanced routing or security policies) can vary by AOS software release and licensing on the chassis. If you’re aiming for specific capabilities, we can match the card with a recommended supervisor and AOS version.

Installation & Maintenance

• Cabinet & airflow – Install in a 19‑inch rack with the OmniSwitch 9000 chassis; keep front/rear airflow paths clear and maintain adequate ventilation.
• Power & grounding – Verify chassis PSUs have sufficient reserve for the added SFPs; maintain proper earth grounding.
• Hot‑swap procedure – Use ESD protection, align the card rails, seat firmly, and tighten captive screws before patching fibers.
• Optics handling – Use clean LC connectors; keep dust caps on unused SFPs; check DOM readings for receive power and temperature.
• Firmware/AOS – Update to a chassis AOS release that explicitly lists OS9‑GNI‑U24E compatibility; back up configs before upgrades.
• Routine care – Quarterly dust removal, review of interface errors, optics power levels, and temperature; replace marginal optics proactively.
• Labeling & monitoring – Label both ends of fibers; enable syslog/SNMP to catch early link‑flap or light‑level issues.

A campus customer recently swapped two copper cards for the U24E to consolidate fiber access. The immediate benefit was cleaner cable management and, interestingly, fewer CRCs after moving long runs to proper LX optics.

Quality & Certifications

• Certifications: CE and RoHS are typical for this product family; UL markings appear on most production units.
• Manufacturer software ecosystem: AOS-based feature set; capabilities may differ by release and license.
• Warranty: 365-day warranty provided by us; advance replacement support available in most cases.

One thing I appreciate is how this card lets you mix optics to match each link budget. If you share your fiber types and distances, we can recommend a practical SFP set and confirm AOS compatibility before shipment.