Lucent Debuts Smaller Voice Switches for Independent and Rural Telcos

Lucent Technologies introduced three new small switching solutions that specifically target service providers who need less than 5,000 lines. The new Lucent VCDX 2400, VCDX 4700 and the 5E-XC Remote Line Unit can be used to supplant existing switches that need replacement or to enter new markets in small towns and rural communities. The 5E-XC Remote Line Unit supports up to 3,000 subscribers and runs off a host 5E-XC switch. It can provide emergency standalone capability, allowing the unit to continue to switch 911 and intra-community calls if there is an interruption in the line to the host switch. The voice platforms will be sold through four accredited resellers ( DTel, Dynavar, Madison Group and Sunbelt Telecommunications) to independent, rural and small carriers in North America.
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