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Eclipse™ Packet Node, enabling the 4G mobile broadband future

The explosive demand for the next-generation mobile user

experience is forcing operators to quickly implement data-

intensive, packet-based services, which now threatens

networks with a potential capacity crunch.

The traditional reliance on copper leased

lines and fiber as the means of inter-

connecting base stations will clearly

not support the backhaul demands

of 4G/LTE. In contrast, microwave

backhaul technology will allow

mobile operators to increase their

network capacity and efficiency,

while also lowering their overall

operational costs.

Mobile Network Evolution

The Eclipse Packet Node wireless backhaul solution

provides the scalable capacity, IP network intelligence and

key convergence features required.

Mobile operators can avoid the backhaul bottleneck and

meet these growing demands by evolving their

backhaul networks to support high-speed IP,

simplifying the most difficult network migration

hurdles as they introduce new broadband

services using HSPA, WiMAX or eventually LTE.

Eclipse Packet Node

Capacity Eclipse Packet Node delivers scalable, Gigabit IP wireless transport for 4G backhaul.

Convergence Simplified migration for existing networks to lower costs and reduce risks.

“Any-G” Transport

A compelling combination of advanced and innovative

features enables maximum use of available frequency

spectrum to achieve speeds never before seen.

Co-channel operation with XPIC, to achieve double density ■

links in a single frequency channel

256 QAM Adaptive Coding and Modulation and Coding ■

increases channel capacity for new IP data by up to 500%

Layer 1 Link Aggregation enables combination of multiple ■

radio paths into a single virtual Gigabit transmission pipe

Advanced packet processing can increase the Ethernet ■

throughput across the radio link by up to 50%

Advanced redundant packet networking, providing end-to- ■

end QoS, enhanced MEF Certified Carrier Ethernet features and OAM support

With such an arsenal of features available, operators

now have an opportunity to significantly reduce the

$/Mbit/MHz equation of their backhaul networks.

Operators need to introduce new broadband services

supported with IP transport applications, while also

maintaining the quality and continuity of the existing

TDM-based backhaul network for valuable voice

subscribers.

Eclipse Packet Node convergence features provide a

smooth evolutionary path, without forklift upgrades

or having to adapt TDM services over new IP

infrastructure.

Hybrid Native Mixed-Mode operation supports both new IP ■

and existing TDM services

Comprehensive TDM networking capabilities using Harris ■

Stratex Networks’ Super-PDH™ technology provides advanced support for legacy traffic

Adaptive Optimization™ enables RAN optimization and ■

bandwidth recovery from existing TDM backhaul to maximize 99.999% availability for new packet data transport

Integrated network synchronization, including IEEE 1588v2 ■

and Synchronous Ethernet

Eclipse Packet Node enables operators to build upon

existing investments in TDM backhaul deployed for

support of legacy 2G and 3G ATM/IMA infrastructure,

enabling an evolved approach to deploying and

eventually migrating to all-IP.

Eclipse Packet Node is ready for the Next Generation

Eclipse Packet Node uniquely combines high-speed native IP transport with advanced convergence features, providing

operators with a ‘4G-ready’ solution that also supports a smooth transition from their existing network infrastructure.

Eclipse Packet Node

The heart of the Eclipse Packet Node is a modular intelligent nodal indoor unit, which provides high-speed IP transport,

multi-service convergence and aggregation for wireless backhaul networks.

Eclipse Packet Node, supporting multi-service convergence

Advanced Packet PlaneTM architecture Eclipse Packet Node introduces a new high-speed packet plane to support significantly enhanced IP

nodal capacities required for 4G network backhaul evolution.

Packet node supports the highest nodal packet processing capability and highest link throughputs of any other platform on the market:

25 Gbit/s aggregate nodal switching capacity ■

5 Gbit/s of packet handling capacity ■

2 Gbit/s of nodal packet radio traffic capacity ■

Up to 600 Mbit/s of IP throughput in single 30 MHz channel (using XPIC) ■

Up to 1 Gbit/s of IP throughput in a single 50 MHz channel (using XPIC) ■

Eclipse Packet Node has all the horse power and upgrade capability built-in, so that operators can be sure of a fully scalable solution to meet their future backhaul capacity demands, whenever and wherever in the network they may arise.

Advanced network features simplify operational complexities

Eclipse Packet Node builds in Layer 2 intelligence and MEF Certified Carrier Ethernet features.

Advanced QoS features, including port and VLAN ■

prioritization, VLAN Q and Q-in-Q tagging

Simplified network synchronization with all-packet ■

Synchronous Ethernet and IEEE 1588v2 support

IEEE 802.3ag/ah enabled on board to provide ■

end-to-end OAM

RWPR™ (Resilient Wireless Packet Ring) supports ■

Ethernet ring and mesh network protection

Ethernet diagnostics, including RMON performance data, ■

history and data-dashboards

Native mixed-mode supports legacy NxDS1, DS3 and ■

OC-3 requirements

Flexible modular architecture enables key transmission features

The modular Eclipse Packet Node design enables simple link and network expansion and multi-service traffic interfaces, all through simple card exchange.

Advanced link features, such as Adaptive Coding and ■

Modulation and XPIC

Super-efficient frequency utilization through high modulation ■

support up to 256 QAM in all channel bandwidths

Innovative coding enhancements for improved RF path ■

performance, with up to 6 dB of additional system gain

NEBs Level 3 environmental compliance ■

Strong security features to prevent unauthorized access and ■

configuration changes

NetBoss ■®, ProVision™ and Eclipse Portal™ for remote and

local management

Eclipse Packet Node is

certified Carrier-Ethernet

compliant to MEF 9 and

MEF 14. Certification

provides an assurance of

interoperability, now and

into the future.

Eclipse Packet Node

Eclipse Packet Node offers the choice of flexible configuration radio frequency (RF) options, providing the choice of either indoor or outdoor mounted RF units.

All RF options incorporate the latest technology to optimize both system performance combined with low power consumption and market-leading reliability.

Indoor RF Unit Outdoor RF Unit

Eclipse Packet Node, supporting multi-service convergence Flexible RF Options

Indoor RF Unit

A new generation of indoor RF unit delivers high performance and maximum expansion flexibility:

All-indoor architecture provides easy access and simplified maintenance ■

Comprehensive frequency options, including 6 to 11 GHz common carrier ■

bands and 5.8 GHz unlicensed band operation

Non-protected or 1+1 protected configurations in just 1.5 or 3RU respectively, ■

for a fraction of the space required for previous-generation designs

Occupies a fraction of the rack space required for previous-generation designs ■

Standard and high-transmit power options ■

Industry-leading low power consumption compared to other radios in its class ■

helps operators meet green objectives for improving site energy efficiency

Innovative antenna coupling unit (ACU) enables a wide variety of system ■

architecture options

Expansion port for the easy addition of more radio paths to an existing nodal ■

site, or to add channels

Outdoor RF Unit

Eclipse Packet Node works seamlessly with the Eclipse range of high-performance outdoor units (ODUs):

Compact outdoor design mounts ■

directly behind the antenna to minimize waveguide connection losses.

Common design supports frequency ■

bands from 5 to 38 GHz.

Simple coaxial cable connection to ■

indoor nodal unit, separated by up to 1,000 ft.

Environmentally hardened to withstand ■

extremes of temperature and driven rain/snow.

Independent of link capacity and ■

payload to enable remote provisioning under software control.

Proven reliability with more than 100,000 ■

global deployments.

Eclipse Packet Node

Gigabit IP transport speeds

Leap ahead to avoid the 4G backhaul capacity crunch ■

Maximize bandwidth utilization with Adaptive Coding and ■

Modulation (ACM)

Double frequency efficiency using co-channel operation with ■

XPIC

Enhance link throughput using advanced packet processing ■

The lowest cost per Mbit/s/MHz wireless transport solution ■

Adaptive Optimization™ enables bandwidth recovery

Novel combination of Adaptive Modulation and intelligent ■

pseudowires

Boost the throughput of existing backhaul links by more ■

than 500%

Optimize existing TDM backhaul traffic to unlock used bandwidth ■

Make optimum use of frequency resources, while enabling new ■

packet-based services

Create more high availability throughput for key IP traffic ■

Drive network convergence with maximum efficiency ■

Highest nodal packet-handling capacity

Enable significant packet traffic capacity growth with new ultra ■

high-speed Packet Plane

Transform nodal packet handling capacity by 1000% ■

Support pure native Ethernet/IP transport for maximum efficiency ■

Enable more than 2 Gbit/s of aggregated IP traffic over multiple ■

radio paths from a single nodal indoor unit

Seamless integration with advanced ACM and XPIC features ■

Up to 200 Mbit/s of TDM traffic processed using an independent ■

backplane

Hybrid Mixed-Mode supports network migration

Minimize migration cost and risk with hybrid Native Mixed-Mode ■

IP+TDM transport

Take an evolved approach to deploying or migrating to all-IP ■

infrastructure

Build upon existing investments in legacy 2G and 3G TDM ■

backhaul

Efficient multi-service traffic support without encapsulation or ■

emulation

Minimize service interruptions through smooth introduction ■

of new IP data to support 4G/LTE

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Eclipse Packet Node

Eclipse Packet Node drives the convergence of existing mobile voice and new 4G data-orientated services.

With the most comprehensive IP transport features of any other wireless backhaul solution in its class, Eclipse Packet Node gives operators the peace of mind that the solution they deploy today will provide a smooth migration path to all-IP networks needed tomorrow.

Helping you navigate the path to full-on 4G Network Evolution

Harris Stratex Networks

The migration path to all-packet networks is not straight-

forward, and there are many paths for an operator to choose

from, depending on legacy network requirements, evolution

path to 4G, CAPEX and OPEX limitations and objectives,

and existing backhaul infrastructure.

Harris Stratex Networks has been providing turnkey wireless

backhaul solutions for mobile networks for the past 20

years. Our products are deployed in over 250 mobile

networks worldwide, and for the past 3 years we have been

helping our customers prepare their networks for the 4G

challenge.

We can help with full packet network design, deployment

and commissioning, and even managed network services.

We understand how mobile networks operate, and are

actively involved in key industry bodies that are determining

the role of Ethernet/IP, such as the Metro Ethernet Forum

(MEF) Mobile Backhaul Study Group, which we have chaired

since its inception in 2006 to promote and define the use

of Carrier Ethernet services for mobile/cellular backhaul

networks, and their evolution.

Harris Stratex Networks is uniquely positioned to help

operators navigate the options to evolve the networks they

have today, to the networks they will need for tomorrow.

Unlike some IP-only wireless transport solutions, Eclipse Packet Node supports cost-effective and efficient introduction of new high-speed packet transmission alongside existing TDM traffic, instead of imposing the requirement to emulate legacy traffic over IP in the access portion of the network.

Eclipse Packet Node provides the complete solution operators can rely on to support all their backhaul needs all the way to LTE and beyond.

Packet Node Drives Network Convergence

Eclipse Packet Node

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