NEC Corporation today announced the development and launch of
SpectralWave UN5000, a hybrid multiplexer that provides
simultaneous Time Division Multiplexing ("TDM") and Resilient
Packet Ring ("RPR" note 1) transport, in the Japanese market.
The new product combines TDM and packet transmissions to build a
high- speed network (40 Gbps) capable of transmitting data at a
maximum speed of 40 gigabits per second. It also features RPR and
Generalized Multi-Protocol Label Switching ("GMPLS" note 2)
functions to build a highly reliable next-generation network
("NGN"). In addition, it offers various transmission services and
meets inter-prefecture or inter-municipal transmission needs due to
its many potential applications in underground areas as it can
serve as a high-capacity SDH switch, providing multi-access line
capacity, edge and backbone domains.
The SpectralWave UN5000 was released for overseas
telecommunications carriers in August 2006. They have been shipped
to Rostelecom in Russia and at AIS in Thailand, and are now in the
final stage to put into commercial operation for their use. Based
on this solid record in unit shipments, NEC is actively promoting
sales of the equipment to domestic telecommunications carriers for
building safe and reliable NGN networks.
This product will be shown in operation at Telecom 2006, being
held in Hong Kong from December 4 - 8.
Flexible and highly reliable systems that handle system failure
efficiently and assist building of a network that utilizes limited
network resources are required in order to enable building of NGNs
that are safe and reliable for different types of access equipment
based on Internet Protocol ("IP"), and which also provide
high-speed data transmission, video distribution and high
value-added information. In addition, a unit with hybrid
multiplexing that can flexibly set bandwidth to enable smooth and
efficient migration from an existing network to a new network is
essential. NEC's new product meets all of these needs.
Main Features of the SpectralWave UN5000
(1) Compatible with a 40 Gbps interface Has a built-in
high-speed 40 Gbps interface to handle NGN needs for high-capacity
data transmission.
(2) A hybrid TDM/L2 switch configuration makes migration from an
exist ing network easy Offers mixed processing with both a TDM
switch that features low delay and full bandwidth guarantee and a
Layer 2 switch that makes it possible to share multiple interface
bandwidths. In addition, it can handle network volume increases,
making it economical and easy to migrate from a 2.4 Gbps ring to a
10 Gbps ring, or to a 10 Gbps x N multi-ring or 40 Gbps ring.
(3) Equipped with 10 Gbps RPR function Equipped with an
IEEE802.17-compliant RPR function. 10-gigabit bandwidth can be
shared among multiple bases, with traffic priority control
available by user and/or service.
(4) Equipped with GMPLS for a highly reliable network GMPLS
makes it possible to set up an independent distributed control
optical network. This provides for a highly reliable network with a
bypass function that activates at time of failure, and saves on
equipment costs.
(5) 320 Gbps cross-connect function Equipped with a
high-capacity 320 Gbps cross-connect function to manage high
volumes of traffic.
(6) Saves space and energy NEC's high-precision mounting
technologies have reduced the size of the unit by three-quarters,
while reducing power consumption to nearly one half. (Compared to
previous NEC models)
By combining the SpectralWave UN5000 with the SpectralWave
DW4200 ROADM series (Reconfigurable Optical Add Drop Multiplexer),
an integrated optical network can be built, for safe, reliable, and
high- speed, high-capacity transmissions of NGN.
(*1) RPR (Resilient Packet Ring) A transport technology
specified by the IEEE 802.17 specification. It features fault
resilience and highly effective utilization of available
bandwidth.
(*2) GMPLS (Generalized Multi-Protocol Label Switching) An
automatic routing technology for signaling over a fiber
network.
NEC at ITU Telecom World 2006 (NEC Stand at Hall 6, Stand
N0.6002) At ITU telecom World 2006 in Hong Kong from December 4th
to 8th, 2006, NEC will be presenting NEC's Next Generation Network
(NGN), which is realized through the utilization of the world's
highest level of technological capabilities in both the IT and
network field. With NEC's NGN, NEC will open the door to a
"ubiquitous society" in which information is easily and safely
accessible to anyone, anywhere, anytime, empowering enterprises,
societies and individuals.Our exhibits consist of Seamless
Community (Theme Stage), Triple Play, Service Delivery Network,
Heterogeneous Access, Secure Networking, Broadband Access, Mobile
Network Application, Enterprise FMC Solution and others.
About NEC Corporation NEC Corporation (NASDAQ: NIPNY) is one of
the world's leading providers of Internet, broadband network and
enterprise business solutions dedicated to meeting the specialized
needs of its diverse and global base of customers. NEC delivers
tailored solutions in the key fields of computer, networking and
electron devices, by integrating its technical strengths in IT and
Networks, and by providing advanced semiconductor solutions through
NEC Electronics Corporation. The NEC Group employs more than
150,000 people worldwide. For additional information, please visit
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