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TRuepoint® 5000 is available with Scalable Mux Cross-Connect (SMX) card, which offers integrated add/drop and cross-connect functionality as well as ring protection capability. Embedded SMX solution eliminates external multiplexers, cross-connects, loop switches, as well as cabling and patch panels required to support third-party devices. It also enables remote provisioning of microwave traffic via Web-CIT in addition to remote field upgrade capability via software keys.
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Harris Stratex Networks Introduces Embedded Add/Drop, Cross-Connect and Ring Protection Features on TRuepoint(R) 5000 Digital Microwave Radios
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., March 27 -- Harris Stratex Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:HSTX), the leading independent supplier of turnkey wireless network solutions, has announced the first release of the Scalable Mux Cross-Connect (SMX) card for the TRuepoint(R) 5000 digital microwave radio. The new SMX offers integrated add/drop and cross-connect functionality, as well as sophisticated ring protection capability-eliminating the need for costly, high-end external equipment, reducing capital and operating expenses and simplifying network operation.
SMX is an "embedded" solution that eliminates external multiplexers, cross-connects, loop switches and the cabling and patch panels required to support third-party devices. In addition to reducing equipment costs, SMX saves rack space, reduces installation time and enables remote provisioning of microwave traffic via Web-CIT, providing ongoing operational savings over the life of the network. Remote field upgrade capability via software keys ensures the lowest upgrade costs possible. This embedded solution also ensures that a single network management system (NMS) can manage both the radios and the add/drop multiplexer capability, resulting in significant NMS-related cost savings and making the network far easier to use and maintain.
"SMX will help operators requiring add/drop, cross connect or ring protection functionality reduce their capital expenses and operating expenses, while making their network significantly easier to deploy, maintain, monitor and troubleshoot," said John Koenig, vice president, product line management at Harris Stratex Networks. "TRuepoint(R) 5000 is recognized for offering the most robust and diverse protection schemes available in the market. Now, the same robustness is available for SMX. This is the latest addition to a long list of standard and optional features that make TRuepoint(R) a wireless transmission technology leader."
SMX allows operators to add or drop up to 28 DS1s into and out of multiple STS-3 or OC-3 streams. It is a non-blocking VT1.5 or STS-1 cross-connect, allowing connection of any tributary from any direction to any tributary in any direction. It supports both linear and unidirectional path-switched ring (UPSR) configurations to ensure optimal traffic direction for each VT1.5 at all times.
Any TRuepoint(R) airlink equipped with SMX can be configured as 1, 2 or 3 STS-1s. This scalable airlink capacity allows operators to make the most efficient use of available bandwidth on the network. SMX is available in optical single-mode, optical multimode and electrical interface configurations.
About Harris Stratex Networks, Inc.
Harris Stratex Networks, Inc. is the world's leading independent supplier of turnkey wireless network solutions. The company offers reliable, flexible and scalable wireless network solutions, backed by comprehensive professional services and support. Harris Stratex Networks serves all global markets, including mobile network operators, public safety agencies, private network operators, utility and transportation companies, government agencies and broadcasters. Customers in more than 135 countries depend on Harris Stratex Networks to build, expand and upgrade their voice, data and video solutions. Harris Stratex Networks is recognized around the world for innovative, best- in-class wireless networking solutions and services. For more information, visit www.HarrisStratex.com.
CONTACT: Kami Spangenberg of Harris Stratex Networks, Inc., +1-919-767-5238, or Kami.Spangenberg@HSTX.com
