If you
add up the capital and operational savings and throw in the simplicity and improved
efficiency, EFM Ethernet becomes a significantly more cost effective technology then
continuing ATM/DSL deployments.
One of the more interesting aspects of the economics of Mid-Band Ethernet services
is that they are highly profitable for both incumbent and competitive carriers of almost
any size. Access to copper loops is regulated and inexpensive. Any carrier that has access
to the copper loops can deploy Mid-Band Ethernet services. With capital costs that
are as low as traditional DSLAM prices, operational expenses that are significantly
lower than any non-Ethernet technology, and no significant up-front deployment costs
as with fiber builds, Mid-Band Ethernet is an attractive service offering for any carrier
that wants to deploy high bandwidth next-generation services.
Vendors Promoting This Solution
The following vendors have Ethernet-over-copper solutions available on the market:
Vendor Product(s) Comments
Hatteras
Networks
HN4000, HN400 Hatteras Networks provides state-of-the art Ethernet
switching and QoS capabilities in a compact, scalable form
factor, all utilizing Mid-Band Ethernet technologies for
business services.
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