7 Snapshot of Carrier Ethernet Compliance
Evolution of Carrier Ethernet Solutions 513
How Service Providers Are Employing Carrier Ethernet Solutions Today
As mentioned earlier, while there are multiple solutions for delivering Carrier
Ethernet, the specific set of solutions that are optimal for a Service Provider to consider
is largely a function of several variables such as its strategy, existing infrastructure,
types of services being offered, competitive positioning, and other prevailing
conditions that are relevant. Some real-life scenarios illustrate common deployments
and highlight the complex reality of how Carrier Ethernet solutions are offered
today.
Scenario 1
A Service Provider wants to provide Internet access service with an Ethernet handoff
that could vary between 1M and 10M. The Service Provider owns a TDM infrastructure
(T1/E1) between the target customer locations and its own Point Of Presence (POP),
where it connects to a router that serves as a gateway to the Internet.
Commercial Solution Total Cost of Ownership
Copper Relatively low. Supports other services as well. Speed to market a plus.
HFC Relatively low and carries other (video/broadcast) services as well.
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