Cloud Computing Infrastructure accommodates carrier needs.
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Targeted towards telecommunications carriers, Cloud Platform Suite provides infrastructure for carrier cloud computing. This IT and network integration package includes virtualized servers, data storage, networking equipment, software, and solutions with integrated operation management systems. Designed to transform carrier switch centers into data centers without major renovation, solution includes support of DC 48 V power supply and rack-style air-conditioning units.
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NEC Announces Its 'Cloud Platform Suite' for Carriers
NEC's IT Network Integration Package Supports Cloud Services for Telecommunications Carriers ---
Tokyo and Barcelona - Booth 8A125, Hall 8 - NEC Corporation today announced the launch of its IT and network integration package, the "Cloud Platform Suite," in support of cloud computing services for telecommunications carriers.
The new package provides an infrastructure for carrier cloud computing which includes virtualized servers, data storage, networking equipment, software and solutions with integrated operation management systems. Shipments of the Cloud Platform Suite are scheduled to begin in late February 2010.
"In recent years, as the opportunities for cloud services have expanded, carriers placed greater emphasis on the consideration of a cloud computing platform," said Toshiyuki Mineno, Senior Vice President, NEC. "NEC's Cloud Platform Suite represents a key building block to its next-generation network solutions, including femtocell and LTE, which provide essential integrated solutions to the complex needs of telecommunications carriers."
NEC's Cloud Platform Suite provides the following features:
1. Reduces total costs and lead time by the easy transformation of switching centers to data centers
The package is designed to transform carrier switch centers into data centers without major renovation, thereby reducing cost and lead time. It includes support of a DC- 48V power supply and rack-style air-conditioning units that minimize the need for the additional installation of air conditioning.
2. Simplified configuration and low-cost operations
The package includes integrated operation software that automatically manages virtual environments as well as hardware resources. The software has a user friendly interface that enables carriers to create a virtualized system easily by clicking on pre-installed templates. This easy-to-use interface enables users to accommodate quick expansion and failure recovery of the system.
NEC also provides its predictive system, performance analysis software "MasterScope Invariant Analyzer." The software automatically identifies potential performance issues that are undetectable by conventional monitoring tools. It enables the carrier to run a quick failure analysis and manage trouble shooting of its cloud service.
3. Power efficiency
Cooling costs are reduced through a Hot Air Containment System (HACS) that encloses hot air emitted from racks into a narrow space and cools it down intensively. The total costs of the data center are reduced further by rack style servers, storage and network devices that conserve electricity.
NEC's Cloud Platform Suite will feature an additional option, the Programmable Flow Switch and Controller, which will deliver efficiency and visualization to data center networks and be available by the end of March 2011.
This new technology will soon evolve to manage networks in dispersed data centers and enable carriers to provide a high-quality cloud service via a sophisticated cloud platform through the integration of its carrier-grade global network and information technology.
In addition, NEC offers operations support systems software, "NetCracker," to enable the integrated operation and orchestration of carrier cloud services. NetCracker accelerates the delivery and efficient operation of carrier cloud services by automating order-to-activate operation cycles of networks and by providing end-to-end visibility and optimization of network resources.
Looking forward, NEC aims to continue strengthening its platform portfolio in support of the expansion of cloud computing business.
About NEC Corporation
NEC Corporation is one of the world's leading providers of Internet, broadband network and enterprise business solutions dedicated to meeting the specialized needs of a diversified global base of customers. NEC delivers tailored solutions in the key fields of computer, networking and electron devices, by integrating its technical strengths in IT and Networks, and by providing advanced semiconductor solutions through NEC Electronics Corporation. The NEC Group employs more than 140,000 people worldwide. For additional information, please visit the NEC website at: www.nec.com.
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