Ericsson Introduces Comprehensive CDMA Product Portfolio With 3G Network Architecture
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 28, 2000--(NASDAQ: ERICY) Ericsson today
introduced a series of 3G-capable cdmaOne products designed to ease the transition to next-generation
cdma2000 network architecture and to position operators to compete successfully in the third
generation (3G) services market. The new products further broaden Ericsson's cdmaOne system
offerings with radio access, switching and datacom products that are based on open standards and
carrier-class core technology platforms.
"Our expanded portfolio fulfills our objective to provide an evolutionary CDMA solution that leverages
Ericsson's CDMA expertise, proven core network products and leading wireless data platforms," said
Ake Persson, president of Ericsson's CDMA Systems business unit. "Ericsson offers CDMA operators
the tools for early market entry with 3G services and a head start in moving to a layered network
architecture."
Ericsson has added five new products, each capable of supporting 3G services, to its existing CMS 11
CDMA solutions portfolio. Designed to offer operators maximum flexibility in building out new or
existing networks, these open architecture products can be installed in cdmaOne systems to support
evolution to cdma2000. All five products will be rolled out for commercial availability this year,
beginning in June.
CMS 11 Radio Base Station (RBS)
Ericsson's innovative compact RBS technology now delivers up to four carriers of capacity and
increased coverage in the new RBS 1107 model. The distributed architecture and small footprint of
Ericsson's compact base stations, which include the commercially deployed RBS 1106 and the new
RBS 1107, let operators deploy macrocell coverage and capacity in convenient and accessible locations,
such as telephone poles, rooftops, walls and existing cell site towers. All of Ericsson's compact RBS
models are designed to significantly reduce operator expenditures over the life of the network and to
support cdma2000 services with a simple field upgrade.
CMS 11 Mobile Switching Center (MSC)
The CMS 11 MSC, based on Ericsson's proven AXE switching system, offers operators a highly
reliable, scalable switch designed for carrier-class service in cdmaOne and cdma2000 networks. The
new switch brings Ericsson's powerful switching heritage to CDMA, with more than 300 million AXE
lines installed in wireline and wireless deployments worldwide.
CMS 11 Interworking Function (IWF)
To satisfy operator demands for adding data capabilities to existing cdmaOne networks, Ericsson has
developed the stand-alone IWF, based on the AXC multi-service access platform. This versatile
platform supports a range of data services, such as Internet connectivity, fax capability and Quick Net
Connect. Most importantly, Ericsson's high-capacity, redundant IWF will support the Packet Core
Network (PCN) architecture for cdma2000, delivering high-speed packet data and Mobile IP services.
Ericsson also launched two new products based on JAMBALA(TM), a core technology platform
offering multi-application support in wireless networks.
CMS 11 Home Location Register (HLR)
The JAMBALA-based HLR allows operators to cost-effectively develop, integrate and manage
diverse user features, applications and Wireless Intelligent Networking (WIN) capabilities on a common
platform designed for carrier-class operations. Ericsson's external HLR for CDMA networks provides
a rich portfolio of ANSI-41 features, plus a simple and straightforward pay-as-you-grow price model.
Offering zero downtime operation, the open architecture HLR can serve existing CDMA networks and
evolve to support 3G services.
CMS 11 Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) Gateway Ericsson's CMS 11 WAP Gateway, also built
on the JAMBALA platform, efficiently connects the mobile world with the Internet world, and can be
added to existing CDMA networks. The WAP Gateway meets WAP 1.1 specifications and can
communicate with any WAP-compliant CDMA handset. The JAMBALA-based WAP Gateway is
packaged with a suite of applications including E-mail, Personal Information Management (PIM) tools
and an HTML-to-WML converter.
The new suite of products demonstrates Ericsson's commitment to open, industry standards and offers
a framework for operators to move to a layered network architecture, while meeting requirements for
quick time-to-market solutions. Offering flexibility in how and when operators evolve to next-generation
networks, Ericsson has the end-to-end network solutions for operators to start building their 3G
networks today.
cdmaOne is one of the fastest growing wireless technologies in the world, currently serving more than
50 million subscribers. Ericsson's cdmaOne networks deliver the full advantages of CDMA technology
for strong performance in mobile, fixed and mobile Internet applications and simple migration to
cdma2000 and 3G services.
Ericsson is the leading provider in the new telecoms world, with communications solutions that combine
telecom and datacom technologies with freedom of mobility for the user. With more than 100,000
employees in 140 countries, Ericsson simplifies communications for its customers - network operators,
service providers, enterprises and consumers - the world over.
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