Lucent Launches VDSL IP DSLAM That Delivers Ethernet In The First Mile

Lucent Technologies introduced a new IP DSLAM capable of delivering Triple Play broadband services or Ethernet in the First Mile (EFM) services by using VDSL transport. Lucent's V-16 IP DSLAM uses both symmetric and asymmetric transport modes for Ethernet over copper connectivity. It also offers Gigabit Ethernet, metallic and optical uplink options, an integrated ISDN/POTS splitter to seamlessly deploy VDSL over any POTS or ISDN network and co-existence with existing ADSL technology. The V-16 IP DSLAM is offered in a compact box supporting up to 16 VDSL ports in a 1 RU sized unit. Up to 8 units can be cascaded and managed as one single network element. Lucent will also offer companion Customer Premises Equipment (CPE) that can support both asymmetric and symmetric VDSL service. Lucent said the new Ethernet-based DSLAM leverages the design expertise gained through its existing Stinger DSLAM line, which is based on ATM.
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