BB-DCS/ADM Integration
Seamless Integration and Unmatched Scalability
Combining BB-DCS and ADM functionality and optical layer intelligence in one compact network element offers an extremely cost-effective alternative to traditional SONET/SDH network solutions. Sycamore switches provide unmatched capacity (2.5 Tbps), high-density aggregation for a range of service interfaces (from DS3 and E1 to OC-192/STM-64, Gigabit Ethernet, and 10 GigE), support for high order and low order (VT/VC) switching, and full grooming capability for efficient multiservice and ring aggregation at metro or regional switching sites. High port density and high performance traffic routing for circuit, packet, and cell services between core networks and metro edge networks deliver ongoing operational efficiencies and maximum return on investment.
Sycamore optical switches deliver the high-speed bandwidth required for broadband applications. Unprecedented capacity, pay-as-you-grow bandwidth licensing, in-service scalability, and edge-to-core platform integration allow maximum design flexibility in right-sizing Sycamore switches to the traffic demands at each switch site. Network operators gain all the cost savings (reduced CapEx and OpEx) and performance advantages (increased flexibility and scalability) of a multiservice cross-connect – and the powerful new bandwidth management capabilities of an optical switch – in a single network element that integrates seamlessly with existing equipment and OSS.
Collapsing stacks of traditional equipment into one switch lowers capital costs while substantially reducing network complexity and improving scalability. The advanced networking software embedded across Sycamore switch platforms, and compliance with current and pending network standards, further enhance interoperability and scalability in large, multi-vendor environments.
A large North American carrier chose the SN 16000 Intelligent Optical Switch for an integrated BB-DCS/ADM application for the following reasons:
- Reduced capital costs – lower equipment cost, footprint, and power consumption; less engineering and installation complexity
- Reduced operational expenses – smaller number of network elements for fault and performance management; fewer elements to provision and interconnect
- Efficient delivery and management of network services – protection switching capabilities ensure customer SLAs are met
- New protection/restoration mechanisms, including asymmetric rings, mesh
- Incremental, non-disruptive network evolution
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