The Cisco packet voice digital signal processor modules (PVDMs) enable the Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge platforms family and the Cisco 4000 Series integrated services routers (ISRs) to provide rich-media capabilities such as high-density voice connectivity, conferencing, transcoding, media optimization, transrating, and secure voice for Cisco Unified Communications solutions. These modules support unprecedented scale while allowing for a smaller solution footprint than ever before.