EXFO brings optical and Ethernet testing together to tackle
today's mobile network deployment challenges, raising the
operational-efficiency bar once again.
QUEBEC CITY,
Nov. 8, 2013 /CNW Telbec/ - EXFO Inc.
(NASDAQ: EXFO) (TSX: EXF) today announced the release of
the FTB-700G Series Optical and Ethernet Testing
Modules. By combining Ethernet and optical testing in one
module, EXFO has once again set a new benchmark in the evolution of
field-testing efficiency, continuing on its legacy of being
first-to-market with game-changing solutions such
as iOLM, EtherSAM and EXFO Connect.
Housed in the powerful FTB-1 handheld
field platform, the new FTB-700G Series is the only test
solution on the market that integrates all the functionalities
needed to effectively validate, activate and troubleshoot all
fiber-based mobile infrastructures and the services that run
over them.
The FTB-700G Series combines an impressive list
of optical tools, including a power meter and a visual fault
locator, the powerful iOLM—EXFO's most advanced OTDR-based
technology, the next-generation FIP-400B Series fiber inspection
probes, as well as a comprehensive array of packet transport
testing functionalities up to 10G, e.g. EtherSAM (ITU-T Y 1564),
SyncE/1588 PTP, CPRI, OBSAI, and SONET/SDH for complete validation
of all SLA parameters.
As fiber and Ethernet become the technologies of
choice for mobile network operators, it makes perfect sense that
today's field technicians have access to the best solutions from
both the optical and Ethernet worlds in order to speed up and
simplify the test process.
To effectively increase efficiency and coverage,
operators need to deploy new technologies and network
configurations, including packet-based networks, fiber-to-the-tower
(FTTT) backhaul and fiber-to-the-antenna (FTTA), in addition to
small cells and remote radio head (RRH). As a result, field
technicians need to develop expertise in various fields and be
fully equipped to face any situation or technology.
"Improving customer experience while keeping
operational expenses under control is a major concern for mobile
network operators," said Claudio
Mazzuca, Vice-President of EXFO's Transport and Service
Assurance Division. "By offering a solution adapted to their
reality and challenges, EXFO is empowering today's field
technicians to become experts in any given field while ensuring
that the job is always done fast and right the first time."
The FTB-700G Series is the one testing solution
designed to address the needs of today's mobile network field
technicians.
About EXFO
Listed on the NASDAQ and TSX stock exchanges, EXFO is among the
leading providers of next-generation test and service assurance
solutions for wireline and wireless network operators and equipment
manufacturers in the global telecommunications industry. The
company offers innovative solutions for the development,
installation, management and maintenance of converged, IP fixed and
mobile networks—from the core to the edge. Key technologies
supported include 3G, 4G/LTE, IMS, Ethernet, OTN, FTTx, VDSL2,
ADSL2+ and various optical technologies accounting for more than
35% of the portable fiber-optic test market. EXFO has a staff of
approximately 1600 people in 25 countries, supporting more than
2000 customers worldwide. For more information, visit www.EXFO.com
and follow us on the EXFO Blog, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook,
Google+ and YouTube.
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