Carrier Access Access Navigator user manual Overview, Introduction

Introduction

Overview

Overview

The Access Navigator® Multiservice Digital Access (MDA) system combines the functionality of a miniature 1/0 digital crossconnect switch (DCS) with the call processing and concentration capabilities of a GR-303 digital loop carrier (DLC) system. Providing up to 32 DS1 ports (768 DS0s) in one small package, the Access Navigator fits easily into small collocation spaces and phone closets. Software configuration options include:

￿DCS Service Manager

￿GR-303 with Data Host

￿GR-303 Host with P-Phone

The Access Navigator is a complete solution for managing 4 to 32 T1 access connections. In conjunction with Carrier Access’ remotely managed Adit® 600 and Access Bank® families of T1 voice and data access products, the Access Navigator provides an end-to-end managed solution for deploying T1-based multi-line voice and data services to businesses, with up to 24 voice lines and data rates up to 1.536 Mbps.

Figure 1-1. Access Navigator

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