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Aggregation Switches: ML690

The Actelis Networks® ML698 platform is the newest addition to the company’s Central Office (CO) portfolio. Supporting 8 copper pairs, this micro-CO platform supports up to four ML600 or ML42 Ethernet EADs, delivering symmetrical Ethernet access services to remote subscribers over multiple voice-grade copper pairs. Each of the EADs can be connected to the ML698 via a High Speed Link (HSL) comprised of 1-8 bonded copper pairs. Any combination of copper pairs per HSL can be supported to a total of 8 pairs per ML698 unit.

The ML698 bonds up to 8 copper pairs together to create a 2Base-TL aggregated link, implementing the standard IEEE 802.3ah-2004 (EFM) long-reach Ethernet-over-Copper specification, and providing up to 15 Mbps per copper pair.

The ML698 is extremely compact and two ML698 micro-COs can be installed side-by-side in a 19" rack in a single 1U slot.

Powered by Actelis Networks’ award-winning, standards-compliant EFMplus™ technology, the rate, reach and reliability, dubbed “The 3 R’s of EFM™” by Actelis, are increased significantly using advanced Dynamic Spectrum Management (DSM) and Dynamic Spectral Shaping (DSS) techniques. This technology provides the best rate/reach performance and most resilient fiber-quality transmission, ensuring carrier-class reliability. Using Actelis’ XR239 EFM Repeaters, the rate and reach of the ML698 can be further enhanced, extending the total length of an Ethernet service span to over 25 miles (40 km).

Interoperable with any standard Ethernet switch or router and aligned with Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) recommendations, the ML698 allows service providers and enterprises to use existing copper infrastructure to deliver up to 100 Mbps Ethernet service per customer in G.SHDSL.bis technologies.

The ML698 is equipped with 4 10/100Base-T Ethernet interfaces and an optional 100/1000Base-FX Small Form Factor (SFP). The SFP ports can accept any standard 100Base-FX, 1000Base-FX, 1000Base-T and T3/E3 modules, providing redundant aggregation uplinks to Ethernet and SONET/SDH networks.

The ML698 mini-aggregator provides 802.1q VLAN-aware wire-speed bridging, double tagging (VLAN stacking) for end-user VLAN transparency, L2 (Ethernet priority), L3 (ToS/Diff-Serv) classification with four traffic classes, RSTP/STP, link aggregation, bandwidth monitoring, multicast/broadcast limiting, as well as LLCF (Link Loss Carry Froward) and advanced OAM capabilities. The ML698 supports full Intra-switching between the HSLs connected to it.

Advanced loop diagnostics capabilities are integrated as part of the ML698, including a Time-Domain Reflectometer (TDR), enabling an effective troubleshooting tool to locate most DSL-affecting copper problems. The information gathered includes accurate end-to-end loop length measurement, as well as identification of various fault types impacting signal continuity between loop spans.

The ML698 can be managed In- and Out-of-Band by Actelis’ MetaASSIST™ View graphical craft application and via the multi-platform Element Management System, MetaASSIST EMS. The management protocols include standard TL1 Command Line Interface (CLI), Cisco like CLI * and SNMP using standard MIBs for seamless integration with third-party Network Management Systems (NMS).

* Future Feature

ML690 Highlights

• IEEE 802.3ah Ethernet in the First Mile (EFM) 2Base-TL Solution
• MEF Certified Ethernet Capabilities
• Rapid Service Deployment
• Superior Rate, Reach & Reliability
• Low Delay and Jitter for Voice and Video Transmission
• Worldwide Spectral Compliancy
• OSMINE, NEBS III, FCC, UL, CE
• Environmentally Hardened

ML690 Applications

• Transparent LAN Service
• Fast Internet Access
• Metro Ethernet Extension
• Private Campus Network Intra-Connection
• MDU/MTU Backhaul
• DSLAM Backhaul
• WiFi and Cellular Backhaul (Radio Access Network)
• Leased Lines Replacement

ML690 Markets Served

• BOCs, PTTs, Independent Operators, Competitive Operators
• Federal, State and Local Government Agencies
• Education, Health Care, Utilities, Private Campuses