Chapter 3: Terminal Menu Operation and Structure

Tx Link Rate - Current actual data transmission rate

Rx Link Rate - Current actual data reception rate

Tx Comp Ratio - Current transmission compression ratio

Rx Comp Ratio - Current reception compression ratio

Call Sessions/Spanning Tree

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When Bridge mode and Spanning Tree mode are active, this reflects the cur- rent state of the LAN and WAN ports. The following can appear:

Off - Appears when spanning tree mode is disabled

Disabled - Port is not connected (for WAN) or disabled in configuration

Listening - Port is in the listening state

Learning - Port is in the learning state

Forwarding - Port is in the forwarding state with the following possible properties:

root - is the root port designated - is designated port

Blocking - Port is in the blocked

Status/ARP Cache

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This lists the contents of the Express XL/XLT’s ARP table. All resolved cache entries time out after 20 minutes. Unresolved entries time out in 3 minutes.

ARP Cache/IP Address - IP address used for resolving MAC address

ARP Cache /MAC Address - Ethernet address resolved (0=no resolution)

ARP Cache/Time - Minutes since entry was first entered

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Express XLT, Express XL specifications

ADTRAN has established itself as a leading provider of telecommunications solutions, and among its impressive lineup, the ADTRAN Express XL and Express XLT stand out as robust offerings designed for the evolving demands of modern networks. These devices cater to service providers and enterprises looking to enhance their broadband delivery capabilities while ensuring cost-efficiency and reliability.

The ADTRAN Express XL is a high-capacity, next-generation fiber optic access platform. It is engineered to support a wide array of technologies, including Passive Optical Network (PON) standards such as GPON and XGSPON. The Express XL's architecture allows for seamless scalability, making it a perfect fit for both small-scale deployments and expansive network rollouts. What sets it apart is its ability to deliver ultra-fast broadband services to residential, business, and mobile backhaul customers with its impressive throughput capabilities.

On the other hand, the Express XLT builds upon the success of the Express XL by incorporating advanced features aimed at maximizing operational efficiency. It supports technologies including Active Ethernet and offers flexible network configurations to meet specific service requirements. Both models utilize ADTRAN’s innovative Dynamic Bandwidth Allocation technology, which dynamically allocates bandwidth to users based on real-time demand, ensuring optimal performance and user satisfaction.

A key characteristic of both ADTRAN Express XL and XLT is their energy efficiency. Designed to minimize operational costs, these units use power-saving technologies that reduce energy consumption without compromising performance. Furthermore, they include built-in support for network functions virtualization (NFV) and software-defined networking (SDN), providing operators with the agility to adapt their networks in response to changing market conditions.

In addition to their advanced technological underpinnings, the Express XL and XLT boast an intuitive management interface, simplifying network monitoring and management tasks. They also feature comprehensive telemetry and analytics capabilities that help operators gain insights into network performance, optimize configurations, and troubleshoot potential issues before they affect end users.

Ultimately, the ADTRAN Express XL and Express XLT are pivotal components for service providers aiming to deliver high-speed broadband services effectively. With their blend of flexibility, scalability, and energy efficiency, these access platforms are well-positioned to meet the current and future demands of telecommunications networks worldwide.