Market Requirements

Traffic is steadily increasing on mobile networks, as the volume of mobile data and video traffic grows alongside voice. Unfortunately, the revenue per bit is not keeping pace with this growth. To make sure your business remains profitable, you need to find a new networking approach — one that enables you to reduce operating overhead and scale services cost-effectively. You need a solution that allows you to move forward with a next-generation infrastructure, while ensuring that you retain all the capabilities (and customers!) from your legacy services. In a highly competitive market, you must be able to meet customers’ expectations and offer a full range of differentiating services, backed with stringent service level agreements. Fortunately, by transitioning to an IP/MPLS infrastructure and an Ethernet-centric RAN, you can reduce costs while expanding services.

The access network presents some unique challenges, as you need to be able to integrate diverse first mile media, including traditional n x T1/E1 copper, microwave, DSL and fiber. You can’t limit yourself to a subset of the options: you need to be able to support whatever access media can be most cost-effectively deployed in a given geography.

And most importantly, you need a solution that can be readily integrated with your existing operations support system — a solution that makes that transition from a TDM-based RAN to a fully packetized model as painless as possible. You’ll want a partner with the know-how and experience to help you bring all aspects of your operations up to speed quickly.

Finally, the transition you undertake in the RAN must be in keeping with your overall, long term evolutionary goal towards a flattened, all-IP mobile transport network, securely supporting a wide range of services.

7705 SAR: The Newest Star in an All-Star Lineup

The 7705 SAR is an essential component of

apre-tested, pre-qualified, end-to-end managed and verified RAN networking and transport solution. Built on the same foundation as the Alcatel-Lucent Service Router platforms, the

7705 SAR features include:

•A proven software architecture offering scalable, industry-leading Ethernet and pseudowire ser- vices support.

•Support for a rich range of access and uplink media.

•Service-aware tools to facilitate operations, administration, maintenance and provisioning (OAM&P) tasks.

•Differentiating high availability features.

•End-to-end QoS and traffic management capabilities to ensure appropriate treatment of different traffic types.

•Flexibility, to ensure your network can take advantage of technological innovations and new service possibilities as they develop.

Alcatel-Lucent 7705 Service Aggregation Router 

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7705 specifications

The Alcatel Carrier Internetworking Solutions (CIS) 7705 is a state-of-the-art platform designed to meet the demands of modern telecommunications networks. As part of the Alcatel-Lucent portfolio, the 7705 serves various use cases, including mobile backhaul, residential broadband, and business services, making it a versatile option for service providers.

One of the standout features of the 7705 is its scalability. The device supports numerous interfaces and can handle varying traffic loads, making it suitable for both small and large network environments. Its modular architecture allows operators to add capacity and interfaces as needed, ensuring that it can grow alongside the requirements of the network.

Another critical aspect of the 7705 is its support for multiple networking technologies. It incorporates MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching) capabilities, enabling efficient traffic engineering and quality of service (QoS) management. This support ensures that critical applications receive prioritized bandwidth while non-essential traffic is balanced effectively.

The 7705 also features advanced Ethernet services. With comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities, it caters to diverse traffic types, including Layer 2 VPNs (Virtual Private Networks), E-Line, and E-LAN services. This flexibility makes it an excellent choice for service providers aiming to deliver differentiated offerings for residential and enterprise customers.

High availability is another critical characteristic of the 7705. The platform includes built-in redundancy features, such as hot-swappable components, ensuring minimal disruption in the event of hardware failure. This reliability is crucial for service providers who require continuous network uptime.

Moreover, the 7705 is designed with energy efficiency in mind. Its compact form factor and advanced power management features enable operators to minimize energy consumption and reduce operational costs. This focus on sustainability is increasingly relevant in today's environmentally conscious market.

Security is also integrated into the 7705 architecture. It supports various encryption protocols and authentication mechanisms, ensuring that sensitive data remains protected during transmission. As operators face evolving threats, the built-in security features of the 7705 provide peace of mind.

In summary, the Alcatel Carrier Internetworking Solutions 7705 stands out as a robust networking solution for modern telecommunications demands, offering scalability, extensive technology support, high availability, energy efficiency, and strong security features. With these characteristics, the 7705 positions itself as a reliable choice for service providers seeking to enhance their network infrastructure.
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