Lucent Technologies to Deploy Next-Generation Broadband Access for Malaysia's Maxis.Solution from Lucent's Accelerate Portfolio Helps Maxis Evolve to an Advanced, All-IP Network Architecture; Network Supports IP-Based ADSL See DSL. ADSL - Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line Services PARIS Paris, in Greek mythology Paris or Alexander, in Greek mythology, son of Priam and Hecuba and brother of Hector. Because it was prophesied that he would cause the destruction of Troy, Paris was abandoned on Mt. -- Lucent Technologies (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :LU) today announced that it has been selected by Maxis, the leading Malaysian mobile service provider, to deploy a next-generation, all-IP network to support ADSL broadband access See broadband and wireless broadband. services. Under the terms of the three-year contract, Lucent will provide Maxis with its AnyMedia[R] Line Access Gateway (LAG). Lucent will replace existing Maxis legacy access systems (used to support traditional voice services) with Lucent's next generation AnyMedia LAG 1900 and 4300 systems, access gateways that support narrowband as well as broadband and leased line A private communications channel leased from a common carrier. Most digital lines require four wires (two pairs) for full-duplex transmission. (communications, networking) leased line services in a single system. With Lucent's AnyMedia solution, Maxis will be able to offer ADSL services to both new and existing customers. "Lucent, as a long standing technology partner, has helped us from the beginning to evolve our network toward a converged broadband network," said Dr. Nikolai Dobberstein, Head of Products & New Businesses of Maxis. "Lucent's solutions will enable us to move toward a single, IP-based network to support high-speed ADSL capabilities." Lucent Worldwide Services will provide a variety of professional services (job) professional services - A department of a supplier providing consultancy and programming manpower for the supplier's products. such as installation, integration and system quality assurance for the deployment. "Malaysia, and the Asian Region, are important NGN (Next Generation Networks) An umbrella term for mixed voice and data networks running over the IP protocol. See IP Multimedia Subsystem. markets for Lucent and we appreciate the opportunity to assist Maxis, a recognized leader in the delivery of advanced services, in moving to an IP-based next-generation network," said Bart Vogel, president, Lucent Technologies Asia Pacific. The AnyMedia[R] LAG system is a flexible, multi-service access platform that enables Maxis to provide ADSL, VDSL See DSL. VDSL - Very high bit-rate Digital Subscriber Line , Ethernet and traditional voice in a single integrated platform. The system streamlines operations by using a single integrated network A network that supports both data and voice and/or different networking protocols. See converged network and new public network. management system for voice and data traffic, cutting operational expenses while simplifying network migration. "Lucent is excited to play such a key role in this important project, one of the first true next-generation network deployments in the Asia-Pacific region," said Rob Piconi, vice president and general manager, Broadband Solutions, Lucent Technologies. "Lucent's AnyMedia platform is leading the way in helping operators in the region move away from traditional circuit voice networks to more efficient and economical IP-based architectures." About Maxis Communications Berhad Maxis is Malaysia's leading telecommunications company and market leader that provides high quality voice and data services to 8.5 million customers. Its mobile postpaid and prepaid services are offered under the Maxis and Hotlink hotlink - A mechanism for sharing data between two application programs where changes to the data made by one application appear instantly in the other's copy. Under System 7 on the Macintosh the users establishes a hotlink by doing a "Create Publisher" on the server and brands respectively. The company reaffirmed its leading position through a clear strategy of developing premium brands, providing quality network and customer services and introducing innovative services and products. Maxis also offers domestic fixed line and international gateway services. Its broadband infrastructure includes fibre optic, microwave and VSAT (Very Small Aperture satellite Terminal) A small earth station for satellite transmission that handles up to 56 Kbits/sec of digital transmission. VSATs that handle the T1 data rate (up to 1.544 Mbits/sec) are called "TSATs. technologies. Maxis' regional footprint includes operations in Indonesia through subsidiary, PT Natrindo Telepon Seluler, and India through Aircel Limited. For more information on Maxis, please visit http://www.maxis.com.my/. About Lucent Technologies Lucent Technologies designs and delivers the systems, services and software that drive next-generation communications networks. Backed by Bell Labs research and development, Lucent uses its strengths in mobility, optical, software, data and voice networking technologies, as well as services, to create new revenue-generating opportunities for its customers, while enabling them to quickly deploy and better manage their networks. Lucent's customer base includes communications service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide. For more information on Lucent Technologies, which has headquarters in Murray Hill, N.J., USA, visit http://www.lucent.com. |
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