UTStarcom introduced a high-density acceess platform that incorporates the
functionality of its AN-2000 IP DSLAM and its iAN-2000 VoIP
Media Gateway platform, as well as the functionality of a
traditional Digital Loop Carrier (DLC). The new iAN-8000
Multi-Service Access Node (MSAN) can be configured to deliver a
range of narrowband and broadband voice and data applications to
subscribers over a wireline network infrastructure. When
deployed in a central office (CO), the integrated platform
delivers TDM voice, VoIP, and both Asymmetric DSL 2 (ADSL 2) and
ADSL 2+. The IP network uplink uses either Fast Ethernet or
Gigabit Ethernet. In emerging markets, the carrier could use
Ethernet over E1 to support low-cost DSL services.
As
a media gateway, the platform initially offers MGCP / H.248
VoIP-based supplementary and Centrex services (V5.1/V5.2).
Support for the Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) is scheduled
for the second half of 2005. Density is another key design
attribute. The iAN-8000 supports up to 384 ports per chassis and
up to 5 chassis can act as a single systems, giving a total
density of 1,920 ports per system.
Because the platform incorporates a DLC, service providers could
also deploy it in Points of Presence (POPs) and other remote
locations to extend their voice service reach beyond the area
served by the CO. It could also be deployed in an MTU
environment to serve as a PBX, providing access to the
operator’s CO via FXO/FXS or E1 lines. Enterprises could also
use the iAN-8000 to extend PBX functionality via the Internet to
remote locations such as branch offices.
UTStarcom said its iAN-8000 Multi-Service Access Node is
currently undergoing a major customer trial in Japan. The
company plans to offer the platform in Europe in the first half
of 2005 and in the U.S. market by mid-year 2005. http://www.utstar.com
