Cisco Network Services Manager 5.0 is a powerful solution designed to organize network resources into a flexible, multi-tenant data center infrastructure. This innovative tool enables seamless integration of your network with existing IT operational tools and processes, streamlining management and enhancing efficiency

Key Features Network Abstraction Layer The Network Services Manager incorporates a sophisticated network abstraction layer that facilitates the provisioning and deployment of individual network components as complex network "containers" This abstraction allows for more efficient resource allocation and management.

Flexible Policy-Directed Approach Cisco Network Services Manager offers a flexible, policy-directed approach to managing and controlling cloud computing network services. This approach empowers administrators to dynamically define and control various behaviors within their cloud computing environment

Configuration User Interface - Through its intuitive configuration user interface, Network Services Manager enables administrators to manage several critical aspects of their network, including:Network topology - IP addressing - VLANs - Access control lists (ACLs) - Load balancing - Firewalls

System Architecture Network Services Manager is composed of two Linux servers deployed as OVA images in a VMware virtual data center dedicated to equipment management The system requirements are as follows:

Network Services Manager Engine Software - Hardware: Dual Core CPU - Disk space: 40 GB - Memory: 2 GB

Network Services Manager Controller Software - Hardware: Dual Core CPU - Disk space: 40 GB - Memory: 1 GB

Browser Access Requirements - Hardware: Dual Core CPU - Software: Firefox 3.6 and 4, Internet Explorer 7 and 8

Benefits Implementing Cisco Network Services Manager offers several advantages: - Cost Reduction: By optimizing network resource allocation and management, organizations can significantly reduce operational costs - Accelerated Service Delivery: The streamlined management and provisioning processes enable faster deployment of network services, enhancing overall business agility - Enhanced Flexibility: The policy-directed approach allows for dynamic adjustments to network configurations, adapting to changing business needs with ease. - Improved Integration: Seamless integration with existing IT operational tools and processes ensures a smooth transition and minimal disruption to current workflows.

By leveraging Cisco Network Services Manager 5.0, organizations can transform their network infrastructure into a more efficient, flexible, and responsive system, capable of meeting the demands of modern cloud computing environments while optimizing resource utilization and reducing costs.