Sprint PCS, Nortel Networks to build next generation, all-IP-based mobility network test bed
The companies plan to test a new architecture—Nortel Networks e-mobility Multimedia Core IP Network—designed to position operators, service providers and third-party vendors to provide profitable, seamless, high-speed wireless access to information virtually 'anytime, anywhere.' This new architecture is expected to be commercially available in the fourth quarter of this year.
Building on Nortel Networks leadership in IP telephony, the network will be the first in the world to demonstrate seamless mobility across many access technologies using Nortel Networks cutting-edge IP Mobility solution—providing secure, anywhere, anytime Internet or intranet access. For example, a user's suite of applications and services will be continuously available while moving freely across terrestrial and wireless IP networks.
The network will also feature Nortel Networks advanced SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) application server for initiating real-time multimedia voice, data and video sessions such as flexible call management, service customization and multimedia conferencing regardless of the user access method.
Sprint PCS plans to test multiple access technologies, including cdmaOne and cdma2000 IXRTT, the latter of which is designed to support 144 kilobits per second packet data transmission and to enable operators to effectively double voice capacity. Sprint PCS also plans to test 802.11 wireless LAN (local area network) technology to deliver next generation communication services through open IP telephony protocols. This combination of products and technologies is meant to provide a high-speed, high-capacity network capable of enhancing Web access for end users, regardless of location or means of access, including wireless, terrestrial, DSL (digital subscriber line) or cable modem.
Edited by Winn Hardin
Managing Editor, Wireless Design Online