ZyXEL Communications Multi-service Access Platform MSAP2000 - Manual (Page 12)

1. System Introduction
MSAP2000 Technical Manual V3.0 1-1
1. System Introduction
1.1. Overview
MSAP2000 is a next generation access platform, which supports
triple-play services such as voice, data and video services on a single
shelf. Access network using MSAP2000 is made up of a Central Office
Terminal (COT) and a Remote Terminal (RT) when using SDH trunking;
the COT and RT can be connected by various transmission media, such
as copper wires, optic fibers, or microwave. For NGN network, MSAP2000
can also serve as the single-ended multi-media access gateway for the
triple-play services. The Service Provider’s interface can then be
extended to remote areas such as industrial sites, commercial districts,
and suburban and rural areas, to resolve limitations caused by line
shortage and longer transmission distance.
Not only can MSAP2000 provide service under an existing TDM structure,
it can also offer Service Providers to add-on supplementary features,
based on their own requirements. Modules and software can be installed
based on individual network plans or customer requirements, and existing
TDM networks can seamlessly migrate onto next generation IP network.
MSAP2000’s Remote Terminal (RT) provides several types of user
interfaces, such as PSTN (Narrowband) for POTS and Payphones,
2W/4W E&M analog modules, ISDN for leased line services, G.703 E1
modules, Nx64Kpbs with V.35 interface, G.SHDSL modules, Ethernet
modules for broadband services, and the most up-to-date ADSL2/2+
interface modules. MSAP2000’s flexible system architecture and
modular design makes it an extremely cost-efficient Multiservice Access
Platform. MSAP2000’s comprehensive modular design can assist
Service Providers to deploy their own Access Network within a relatively
short period of time, allowing for the provision of a range of high-speed
and high-quality telecommunication services.
Moreover, MSAP2000’s built-in an Ethernet interface with embedded
SNMP Agent for connection to the SNMP Network Management System.
User-friendly and easy-to navigate GUIs (graphical user interfaces)
provide a full set of OAM&P functions, which include configuration,
maintenance, fault management, performance monitoring, and security
management. This richly integrated Network Management System can
help Service Providers to cut-down on operation costs, as well as provide
a manageable and efficient interface for subscribers to work with.
MSAP2000 allows seamless migration from TDM/ATM network to all IP
network by replacing the network interface modules. Common control
modules, as well as universal shelf all can be re-used to ensure the
effectiveness of the earlier investment.