Nortel Networks introduced a Wireless IP Telephony portfolio and an adaptive WLAN solution for supporting converged applications. The new IP Telephony over WLAN solution is based on the new Nortel Networks WLAN Security Switch 2270 and the WLAN Access Ports 2230 and 2231 and is complemented by the WLAN Handsets 2210 and 2211, WLAN IP Telephony Manager 2245 and WLAN Application Gateway 2246.
The WLAN Security Switch 2270 provides advanced radio frequency (RF) specific functions that enable the control and security of the wireless LAN infrastructure to support voice traffic. It also provides advanced security features, including unauthorized access point detection and containment.
The WLAN Handsets emulate Nortel Networks i2004 Internet Telephone and leverage the full feature set of the company’s call servers. The also offer walkie-talkie capabilities.
Nortel Networks is also introducing a Wireless Mesh Architecture for wireless deployments in open areas or where no LAN infrastructure exists, such as warehouse and university campus environments. This solution replaces the wired backhaul or transit link with a wireless link, eliminating the need to install additional LAN cabling and other infrastructure to extend WLAN service beyond the reach of the existing LAN. http://www.nortelnetworks.com
