RAD Introduces Version 2.1 of its Gmux-2000 Modular Carrier-Class TDM Pseudowire Gateway

RAD Data Communications has launched Version 2.1 of the Gmux-2000 modular carrier-class TDM pseudowire gateway.

Version 2.1 features doubled capacity, reaching two full channelized STM-1 or OC-3 links over packet networks using pseudowire technology. This is in addition to its already existing capacity of 196 E1 or T1 links. Version 2.1 also provides protection against hardware failure in STM-1 and OC-3 modules for increased reliability, as well as Gigabit Ethernet line redundancy based on 802.3ad. Bandwidth efficiency is enhanced by support for MPLS encapsulation of the TDM pseudowire.

The Gmux-2000 TDM pseudowire gateway is ideally located at large customer sites, points of presence (POPs), and central offices of carriers wishing to transport a large capacity of TDM traffic over packet-switched networks. It is designed to meet the particular requirements of cellular operators, offshore call centers, long distance service providers, and alternative carriers, all of which can benefit from ongoing lower operating expenses (Opex) and a remarkably fast payback on capital expenses (Capex). The Gmux-2000 platform’s high compression ratio packed into its modest 6U-high chassis reduces co-location costs and frees up valuable rack space, and is especially significant in reducing use of expensive microwave links and non-traffic related Opex.

The Gmux-2000 is a modular platforms that works in conjunction with RAD’s entire IPmux pseudowire gateway product line, as well as with the modular Megaplex integrated access multiplexer and RAD’s Vmux voice compression products.