MontaVista Linux Carrier Grade Edition 5.1
MontaVista Linux Carrier Grade Edition 5.1
MontaVista Linux Carrier Grade Edition 5.1
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<strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> <strong>Carrier</strong> <strong>Grade</strong> <strong>Edition</strong> <strong>5.1</strong>Frequently Asked QuestionsOctober 2009IndexWhy is <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> <strong>Carrier</strong> <strong>Grade</strong> <strong>Edition</strong> the leading CGE product in the market? ...................... 1What are <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> <strong>Carrier</strong> <strong>Grade</strong> <strong>Edition</strong> <strong>5.1</strong> key new features? .............................................. 1What are the benefits of using <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> <strong>Carrier</strong> <strong>Grade</strong> <strong>Edition</strong> <strong>5.1</strong> over other solutions? ....... 1What specifications is CGE <strong>5.1</strong> certified for? ........................................................................................... 2Has CGE <strong>5.1</strong> moved to the new <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> 6 product architecture? ........................................... 2Which kernel version is CGE <strong>5.1</strong> using? ................................................................................................... 2How is <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> <strong>Carrier</strong> <strong>Grade</strong> <strong>Edition</strong> <strong>5.1</strong> packaged? .............................................................. 2Can I use DevRocket with CGE <strong>5.1</strong>? What about the <strong>MontaVista</strong> Integration Platform? ....................... 2Where can I get an overview of <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> <strong>Carrier</strong> <strong>Grade</strong> <strong>Edition</strong> <strong>5.1</strong>? ....................................... 2Why is <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> <strong>Carrier</strong> <strong>Grade</strong> <strong>Edition</strong> the leading CGE product in themarket?• Most widely deployed carrier grade <strong>Linux</strong> in the world• Deployed by 7 of the top 8 Network Equipment Providers• Live in major carrier networks worldwide• Demonstrated greater than 99.9999% availability over several years of deploymentsWhat are <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> <strong>Carrier</strong> <strong>Grade</strong> <strong>Edition</strong> <strong>5.1</strong> key new features?New features included in this release are:• Support for next generation 4G and LTE wireless network features. Includes SCTP and IKEv2protocol support based on Strong Swan.• Integration of the Open SAF high-availability middleware, an open source, SAForum standardsbased solution• The only <strong>Linux</strong> to provide virtual routing and forwarding, allowing for hardware consolidationand network administration flexibility• Updated DRDB functionalityWhat are the benefits of using <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> <strong>Carrier</strong> <strong>Grade</strong> <strong>Edition</strong> <strong>5.1</strong> overother solutions?Key benefits include:• Saves Time – Delivers full support for next generation networks. Allows you to reduce timespent on OS development and focus on delivering value-add applications• Lower Cost - Easily integrates with COTS hardware, no need for proprietary hardware, thusreducing overall total cost through features like virtual routing and forwarding• Maintain Standards – Compliant with all major carrier grade specifications, allowing you toremain confident in infrastructure availability, performance, and reliability.Page 1
What specifications is CGE <strong>5.1</strong> certified for?• CGE <strong>5.1</strong> remains the only carrier grade <strong>Linux</strong> to be certified with the <strong>Carrier</strong> <strong>Grade</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> 4.0,IPv6, and <strong>Linux</strong> Standard Base 3.0 specifications.• CGE <strong>5.1</strong> provides full integration of the OpenSAF high availability middleware consistent withService Availability Forum specifications.• SCOPE Alliance <strong>Linux</strong> Profile 1.1• Proven six nines (99.9999%) reliability (less than 31.5 sec/year downtime)• SCTP - compliant to RFC4960, an IETF protocol• Maintains GPL requirementsHas CGE <strong>5.1</strong> moved to the new <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> 6 product architecture?No. <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>5.1</strong> is delivered as a set of patches to CGE 5.0 and shares the same architecture. It is notdelivered as a source-based MSD like MVL6.Which kernel version is CGE <strong>5.1</strong> using?Because <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>5.1</strong> is delivered as a set of patches to CGE 5.0, the kernel version does not change.It’s built on the 2.6.21 kernel.How is <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> <strong>Carrier</strong> <strong>Grade</strong> <strong>Edition</strong> <strong>5.1</strong> packaged?CGE <strong>5.1</strong> is delivered as a set of patches to CGE 5.0 along with some additional/new userland packages.This provides a non-disruptive upgrade approach.I currently use CGE 5.0. Do I need to update to CGE <strong>5.1</strong> to get support?Yes, you will need to upgrade to <strong>5.1</strong> from 5.0. There are two ways you can do this. One option is toinstall CGE <strong>5.1</strong> from an ISO image; the second is to apply the patches on top of CGE 5.0. Please contact<strong>MontaVista</strong> Support for more information.How is <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> <strong>Carrier</strong> <strong>Grade</strong> <strong>Edition</strong> <strong>5.1</strong> licensed and priced?There are no changes in licensing or pricing from CGE 5.0. Talk to your local <strong>MontaVista</strong> sales team forcurrent pricing.Can I use DevRocket with CGE <strong>5.1</strong>? What about the <strong>MontaVista</strong> IntegrationPlatform?You may use DevRocket 5.x with CGE <strong>5.1</strong>. The use of the <strong>MontaVista</strong> Integration Platform is notsupported with CGE <strong>5.1</strong>Where can I get an overview of <strong>MontaVista</strong> <strong>Linux</strong> <strong>Carrier</strong> <strong>Grade</strong> <strong>Edition</strong> <strong>5.1</strong>?Visit our website at http://www.mvista.com/ product_detail_cge.php.Page 2
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