
Why AI Needs Cisco's 51.2 Tbps, 64x800Gbps Core Router Now
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Cisco’s Martin Lund joins David Bombal to unpack how AI-scale networking really works - and why a 51.2 Tbps, 64×800G, post-quantum–ready router matters. We break down scale-up vs scale-out vs scale-across, deep buffers to prevent drops on long-haul links, line-rate IPsec/MACsec, SONiC vs IOS XR, P4 programmability, coherent optics for ~1000 km DCI, and how these pieces enable exabit-class fabrics for AI clusters.
What you’ll learn
• Why GPUs are useless without massive, reliable interconnects
• 51.2 Tbps with 64×800G ports and what that enables for AI training
• Deep buffers vs shallow buffers and when each wins
• Line-rate encryption today and post-quantum readiness tomorrow
• SONiC on Cisco Silicon One, P4, and automation at hyperscale
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// MENU //
0:00 - Coming Up
0:54 - Intro
0:59 - Martin's Background
02:15 - Martin's Advice
02:48 - Cisco's Announcement
06:12 - Data Center Scaling
07:02 - Data Centres Scaling Across
11:08 - New Router Speeds
13:24 - Securing the Data Center (Quantum Computing)
17:57 - Are Deep Buffers Efficient?
19:25 - New Protocols
22:50 - Data Center Infrastructure
24:07 - 8804 Router Innovations
25:33 - The Future of Data Centers
27:50 - Conclusion
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Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only.
#cisco #networking #ai
Cisco’s Martin Lund joins David Bombal to unpack how AI-scale networking really works - and why a 51.2 Tbps, 64×800G, post-quantum–ready router matters. We break down scale-up vs scale-out vs scale-across, deep buffers to prevent drops on long-haul links, line-rate IPsec/MACsec, SONiC vs IOS XR, P4 programmability, coherent optics for ~1000 km DCI, and how these pieces enable exabit-class fabrics for AI clusters.
What you’ll learn
• Why GPUs are useless without massive, reliable interconnects
• 51.2 Tbps with 64×800G ports and what that enables for AI training
• Deep buffers vs shallow buffers and when each wins
• Line-rate encryption today and post-quantum readiness tomorrow
• SONiC on Cisco Silicon One, P4, and automation at hyperscale
If you found this useful, hit subscribe and share with your favorite network nerd. It’s always the network.
// Martin Lund’s SOCIALS //
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinlundca/
Website: https://www.metaswitch.com/
// David's SOCIAL //
Discord: https://discord.com/invite/usKSyzb
X: https://www.twitter.com/davidbombal
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidbombal
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbombal
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidbombal.co
TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@davidbombal
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@davidbombal
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3f6k6gERfuriI96efWWLQQ
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/davidbombal
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/david-bombal/id1466865532
// MY STUFF //
https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbombal
// SPONSORS //
Interested in sponsoring my videos? Reach out to my team here: sponsors@davidbombal.com
// MENU //
0:00 - Coming Up
0:54 - Intro
0:59 - Martin's Background
02:15 - Martin's Advice
02:48 - Cisco's Announcement
06:12 - Data Center Scaling
07:02 - Data Centres Scaling Across
11:08 - New Router Speeds
13:24 - Securing the Data Center (Quantum Computing)
17:57 - Are Deep Buffers Efficient?
19:25 - New Protocols
22:50 - Data Center Infrastructure
24:07 - 8804 Router Innovations
25:33 - The Future of Data Centers
27:50 - Conclusion
Please note that links listed may be affiliate links and provide me with a small percentage/kickback should you use them to purchase any of the items listed or recommended. Thank you for supporting me and this channel!
Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only.
#cisco #networking #ai
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