Calix paves way for CE 2.0 and LTE-advanced backhaul services

PETALUMA, USA: Calix Inc. announced a new solution for the delivery of Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) Carrier Ethernet (CE) 2.0 services and LTE-Advanced mobile backhaul services by communications service providers. Composed of three main pillars, the solution is architected to address the emerging trends toward cloud-based and mobile work environments:

- Service Verify: A new Compass software application that allows service providers to stay one step ahead of their subscribers through proactive monitoring, management, and marketing of service level agreement (SLA) contracts and performance;

- The E5-308 and E5-520 Ethernet Service Access Nodes (ESANs): Two fixed form factor expansions to the E-Series line of access platforms and nodes that enable faster time-to-revenue from anywhere in the network for advanced business and mobile backhaul services; and

- Enhanced consulting services: New services that get CE 2.0 and LTE-Advanced backhaul services up and running quickly for service providers enabling new options that can transform their businesses.

This unique combination of software, systems, and services allows service providers to expand their portfolio and offer differentiated advanced business and mobile backhaul services to claim additional market share.

The E5-520 and E5-308 ESANs also support:

• Advanced Flow Classification for predictable Quality of Service

• High-fidelity network timing for next-generation mobile backhaul service requirements

• Four 10 gigabit Ethernet (GE) ports and 20 1GE SFP Ethernet ports (E5-520)

• Four 1GE SFP Ethernet ports and four 1GE UTP RJ-45 Ethernet ports (E5-308)

• Redundant and hot-swappable AC and DC powering options

"Business services and the backhaul of the growing number of small cells are two of the most strategic areas of opportunity for service providers to grow their revenues in the coming years," John Colvin, Calix senior VP of North American sales.

"With this in mind, Calix built Service Verify and the new E5 nodes to help service providers differentiate themselves in this competitive market and take advantage of new revenue possibilities. We believe this combined solution of software, systems, and services will allow service providers to bring winning services to market quickly, stay ahead of emerging market requirements, and accelerate their business transformation by expanding their presence in the business and wholesale markets."