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Anritsu upgrades Network Master Pro with 400GbE measurement

Wed, Sep 01, 2021

Simultaneous dual-port 400GbE and 200GbE measurement is supported by the portable 400G network tester MT1040A-020. The 400G dual / 100G quad channel option offers upgraded functions to Anritsu’s Network Master Pro.

Installing the MT1040A-020 option in the MT1040A supports simultaneous dual-port 400G Ethernet (400GbE) measurements using a combination of two 400G measurement modules. Data transmission and receiving (Tx and Rx) tests can be performed simultaneously making it possible to test networks and also measure the latency and execute quality tests of 400G equipment using a single MT1040A unit. Additionally, testing of 200GbE used in data centres is also supported.

The upgrade to support 400GbE is in response to customers’ requirements to deploy and operate high-speed networks.

The introduction of 5G services, increased cloud computing, as well as a rapid increase in teleworking, has driven requirements for increased network speeds and larger data capacities, explained Anritsu. 400GbE can reinforce these networks but to configure stable, high speed, large capacity networks, equipment must be assured beforehand. At the same time, reducing network costs, while increasing complexity of network functions and test items demands evaluation of network equipment.

The 400GbE Network Master Pro MT1040A is a portable tester for evaluating the communications quality of various network types operating at speeds ranging from 10Mbits per second to 400Gbits per second. The stackable measurement modules can be configured to support simultaneous dual-port 400GbE measurements using a combination of two 400G measurement modules, for quality tests (for example bit error rate or BER, throughput, frame loss/latency) of 400GbE equipment. The MT1040A also supports 200GbE, offering network operators a cost-effective, all-in-one quality tester, added Anritsu.

The unit has a useful, automatic, one-button test function for pass / fail evaluation of multiple test results.

Anritsu has provided innovative communications test and measurement solutions for 125 years. Anritsu’s philosophy engages customers as true partners to help develop wireless, optical, microwave / RF, and digital solutions for R&D, manufacturing, installation, and maintenance applications, as well as multi-dimensional service assurance solutions for network monitoring and optimisation.

Anritsu also provides precision microwave / RF components, optical devices, and high-speed electrical devices for communication products and systems.

The company develops advanced solutions for 5G, M2M, IoT, as well as other emerging and legacy wireline and wireless communication markets.

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Wind River develops reference system based on Intel FlexRAN for 5G vRAN

Tue, Aug 31, 2021

Wind River and Intel are jointly developing a 5G virtual radio access network (vRAN) which integrates the Intel FlexRAN reference software for systems using third generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors with built-in AI acceleration. Also included are Intel Ethernet 800 network adapters and the Intel vRAN dedicated accelerator ACC100 with Wind River Studio.

The collaboration will optimise new capabilities using the future next generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors (code-named Sapphire Rapids).

Wind River Studio provides a cloud-native platform for the development, deployment, operations, and servicing of mission-critical intelligent systems. Its cloud infrastructure capabilities include a fully cloud-native, Kubernetes container-based architecture based on the StarlingX open source project for the deployment and management of distributed edge networks at scale. Studio is characterised by low latency and a small footprint infrastructure to allow the flexibility to grow new business and further improve total cost of ownership, explained Wind River. Intel FlexRAN is a vRAN reference implementation for virtualised cloud-enabled radio access networks.

Operators are pursuing vRAN for greater agility following the shift to cloud-native approaches, driven by 5G. There is the potential for vRAN to act as an anchor tenant for far-edge cloud but challenges include system integration, operational complexity for multi-vendor vRAN and edge cloud server performance.

Using the reference design, prospective customers and vRAN solution providers will be able to review evaluation packages consisting of Intel FlexRAN reference software pre-integrated with Wind River Studio to simplify and accelerate customer trials and deployments of 5G vRAN.

“As 5G opens up new opportunities across industries, there will be an increasing need to put greater intelligence and compute to the edges of the network, where new use cases evolve and thrive. As such, operators must adopt a low-latency far-edge cloud architecture to enable these new use cases in an intelligent, AI-first world,” said Kevin Dallas, president and CEO at Wind River.

“As operators realise the benefits and embrace a virtualised, software-defined architecture, our products, ecosystem, and years of experience help accelerate this shift to flexible, agile networks,” said Dan Rodriguez, Intel corporate vice president and general manager, Network Platforms Group.

Wind River delivers software for intelligent systems. Its technology has been powering the safest, most secure devices in the world since 1981. Wind River offers a comprehensive portfolio, supported by world-class global professional services and support and a broad partner ecosystem. The company says its software and expertise are accelerating digital transformation of mission-critical intelligent systems that will increasingly demand greater compute and AI capabilities while delivering the highest levels of security, safety, and reliability.

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Wind River develops reference system based on Intel FlexRAN for 5G vRAN

Tue, Aug 31, 2021

Wind River and Intel are jointly developing a 5G virtual radio access network (vRAN) which integrates the Intel FlexRAN reference software for systems using third generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors with built-in AI acceleration. Also included are Intel Ethernet 800 network adapters and the Intel vRAN dedicated accelerator ACC100 with Wind River Studio.

The collaboration will optimise new capabilities using the future next generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors (code-named Sapphire Rapids).

Wind River Studio provides a cloud-native platform for the development, deployment, operations, and servicing of mission-critical intelligent systems. Its cloud infrastructure capabilities include a fully cloud-native, Kubernetes container-based architecture based on the StarlingX open source project for the deployment and management of distributed edge networks at scale. Studio is characterised by low latency and a small footprint infrastructure to allow the flexibility to grow new business and further improve total cost of ownership, explained Wind River. Intel FlexRAN is a vRAN reference implementation for virtualised cloud-enabled radio access networks.

Operators are pursuing vRAN for greater agility following the shift to cloud-native approaches, driven by 5G. There is the potential for vRAN to act as an anchor tenant for far-edge cloud but challenges include system integration, operational complexity for multi-vendor vRAN and edge cloud server performance.

Using the reference design, prospective customers and vRAN solution providers will be able to review evaluation packages consisting of Intel FlexRAN reference software pre-integrated with Wind River Studio to simplify and accelerate customer trials and deployments of 5G vRAN.

“As 5G opens up new opportunities across industries, there will be an increasing need to put greater intelligence and compute to the edges of the network, where new use cases evolve and thrive. As such, operators must adopt a low-latency far-edge cloud architecture to enable these new use cases in an intelligent, AI-first world,” said Kevin Dallas, president and CEO at Wind River.

“As operators realise the benefits and embrace a virtualised, software-defined architecture, our products, ecosystem, and years of experience help accelerate this shift to flexible, agile networks,” said Dan Rodriguez, Intel corporate vice president and general manager, Network Platforms Group.

Wind River delivers software for intelligent systems. Its technology has been powering the safest, most secure devices in the world since 1981. Wind River offers a comprehensive portfolio, supported by world-class global professional services and support and a broad partner ecosystem. The company says its software and expertise are accelerating digital transformation of mission-critical intelligent systems that will increasingly demand greater compute and AI capabilities while delivering the highest levels of security, safety, and reliability.

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5G module accelerates AIoT says Advantech

Tue, Aug 31, 2021

Extending the AIW-300 series, the AIW-355 is a 5G module for Advantech Industrial Wireless (AIW) designed for artificial intelligence on the net (AIoT) which requires ubiquitous connectivity, dynamic mobility and security. The AIW-355 is intended for use in edge computing devices, mobile gateways and mobile devices around the world, said Advantech.

AIW-355 uses 5G which delivers a ten-fold increase in speed compared to 4G and supports the connection of up to one million devices per square km. 5G also enables a 100-fold increase in capacity, a 10-fold decrease in latency, compared to 4G. It also reduces lag times to 1ms compared to 10 to 20ms for 4G.

The AIW-355 features the Snapdragon X55 5G modem and supports 5G NR SUB6 frequencies in both 5G standalone (SA) and non-standalone (NSA) operations. It is compatible with LTE and WCDMA standards and is backwards compatible with LTE-A and 3G networks.

The wireless module also features a M.2 3052 form-factor M.2 Key B USB interface to accommodate most mainstream carriers and to also ease 5G integration. There are also a multi-constellation GNSS receiver and USB 3.1 high-speed interfaces integrated into the module.

In addition to high speed capabilities for industrial monitoring, remote medical treatment, transportation and surveillance systems, the AIW-355 provides the 5G capabilities needed to support city-based video surveillance systems which rely on high speed transmission and low latency.

There are three versions of AIW-355 available for applications in North America, Europe and China. Every version supports both 5G SA and NSA network architectures and delivers faster transmission speeds, better carrying capacities, and lower network latency. Each model can operate in temperature ranges of -30 to +75 degrees C and is compatible with Windows and Linux.

Founded in 1983, Advantech provides system integration, hardware, software, customer-centric design services, embedded systems, automation products, and global logistics support. It co-operates closely with partners for a wide range of applications in diverse industries. The company’s mission is to enable an intelligent planet by developing automated and embedded computing products and solutions that facilitate smarter working and living.

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