Aggregation Switches: ML690

The Actelis Networks® ML698 expands our central office solutions, offering a compact and cost-effective Ethernet in the First Mile (EFM) mini-aggregation solution for low-pair count locations. The ML698 operates in a Point-to-Multipoint topology, connecting to up four ML600 Ethernet Access Devices (EADs) delivering symmetrical Ethernet access services to remote subscribers over multiple voice-grade copper pairs. Each of the ML600 EADs can be connected to the ML698 via a High Speed Link (HSL) comprised of 1-8 bonded copper pairs. Any combination of copper pairs per HSL can be supported to a total of 8 pairs per ML698 unit.
The ML698 bonds up to 8 copper pairs together to create a 2Base-TL aggregated link, implementing the standard IEEE 802.3ah-2004 (EFM) long-reach Ethernet-over-Copper specification.

Powered by Actelis Networks' award-winning EFMplus™ technology, the Rate, Reach and Reliability, or what we refer to as "The 3 R's of EFM™", are increased significantly using advanced Dynamic Spectrum Management (DSM) and Dynamic Spectral Shaping (DSS) techniques. This technology doubles the rate/reach in real-world field deployments. Combined with Actelis industry-leading XR239 EFM repeaters, the reach can be extended even further.

Interoperable with any standard Ethernet switch or router and aligned with Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) recommendations, the ML698 allows service providers and enterprises to use existing copper infrastructure to deliver up to 100 Mbps Ethernet service per customer in G.SHDSL.bis technologies. The ML698 is equipped with 4 10/100Base-T Ethernet interfaces and an optional 100/1000Base-FX Small Form Factor (SFP). The SFP ports can accept any standard 100Base-FX, 1000Base-FX, 1000Base-T and T3/E3 modules, providing redundant aggregation uplinks to Ethernet and SONET/SDH networks.