PARIS -- 04/28/08 --
Alcatel-Lucent (Euronext Paris: ALU) (NYSE: ALU)
today introduced the Alcatel-Lucent
OmniSwitch 6855 Hardened LAN switch, a new
Gigabit Ethernet switch specifically built for IP network deployments where
environmental operating conditions are unusually demanding. Inheriting the
benefits of the highly successful
OmniSwitch 6850 product family -- with more
than 1.5 million ports shipped -- the OmniSwitch 6855 offers flexible
configurations and the highest density of Gigabit ports in a remarkably
small ruggedized chassis.
The OmniSwitch 6855 is a hardened, fully managed Gigabit Ethernet switch,
engineered to meet stringent operating requirements including working
in temperatures of -40 deg C up to +75 deg C, and purpose-built to
withstand challenging shock, vibration and electrical conditions (e.g.
Industrial EMI/EMC, IEEE1613, IEC61850). Its superior hardware design and
maximum availability, complemented by the advanced Alcatel-Lucent Operating
System (AOS), makes the OmniSwitch 6855 particularly suitable for utility,
transportation systems, and defense installations. The switch also performs
very well within carrier Ethernet access services.
Product details of the OmniSwitch 6855
The OmniSwitch 6855 is the first industrial grade Ethernet switch that
offers up to 24 Gigabit copper and fiber port densities in a single RU high
chassis. Four models are available with replaceable and redundant AC and DC
power supplies:
-- half-size rack mountable, fanless, 10 ports fiber model (OS6855-U10)
and 14 ports copper model (OS6855-14)
-- full-size 24 ports rack mountable fiber model (OS6855-U24) and copper
model (OS6855-24).
All copper models support four Power over Ethernet (POE) ports that can
provide a flexible edge connectivity to a growing list of popular POE
devices such as video surveillance camera, wireless access points, card
readers, sensors or other special purpose powered devices.
OmniSwitch 6855, as any member of the OmniSwitch 6850 family, supports wire
speed performance for IPv4 and IPv6 traffic, extended security and
resiliency features ensuring network response time, infrastructure
longevity and support for a variety of mission-critical services and
applications.
OmniSwitch 6850 LAN Switch family updates
Embedded Traffic anomaly detection, the newest advanced security feature,
developed by Alcatel-Lucent Bell Labs, is an integrated part of the AOS
software that detects, in real time, any anomalies in the network traffic,
identifies malware, provides automated notifications to the network
administrator or automatically quarantines the offender. The integrity of
the network is constantly monitored and maintained thereby preventing any
service downtime.
Power Consumption minimized
In a recent industry review(1) of major LAN switch vendors, the OmniSwitch
6850 was recognized as using the lowest power consumption, winning 'green bragging rights'. Alcatel-Lucent is committed to
eco-sustainability by building energy efficient network products that are
designed to comply with global environmental standards, and promote green
practices throughout the ecosystem.
Metro Ethernet Forum certification
The entire OmniSwitch 6850 family, OmniSwitch 6855 included, has been Metro Ethernet Forum
(MEF) certified for metro/carrier deployments that require Ethernet
services interoperability, which benefits service providers and businesses,
assuring agreed service level specification and known international
standards.
"The new
state-of-the-art hardened Ethernet switch meets the growing demand for
always-on, secure and converged communication infrastructure expansion
beyond the enterprise campus to environmentally challenged locations,"
commented Eric Penisson, vice president Alcatel-Lucent large and mid
enterprise solutions. "In addition, embedded traffic anomaly detection puts
OmniSwitch products ahead of the competition; Green technology recognition
and MEF certification validates our commitment to open standards and
eco-friendly systems."
The OmniSwitch 6855 Hardened Gigabit LAN Switch is available now for
metro/carrier deployments requiring support for a full suite of services
and advanced QoS. Pricing starts at $4,000 US list, or $280 per Gigabit
port. For more information on the OmniSwitch 6855 please visit
http://www.alcatel-lucent.com/omniswitch6855.
Alcatel-Lucent is committed to providing innovative, open communications
solutions that give competitive advantage to dynamic enterprises worldwide.
About Alcatel-Lucent
Alcatel-Lucent (Euronext Paris: ALU) (NYSE: ALU) provides solutions that
enable service providers, enterprise and governments worldwide, to deliver
voice, data and video communication services to end-users. As a leader in
fixed, mobile and converged broadband networking, IP technologies,
applications and services, Alcatel-Lucent offers the end-to-end solutions
that enable compelling communications services for people at home, at work
and on the move. With operations in more than 130 countries, Alcatel-Lucent
is a local partner with global reach. The company has the most experienced
global services team in the industry, and one of the largest research,
technology and innovation organizations in the telecommunications industry.
Alcatel-Lucent achieved revenues of Euro 17.8 billion in 2007 and is
incorporated in France, with executive offices located in Paris. For more
information, visit Alcatel-Lucent on the Internet:
http://www.alcatel-lucent.com
(1) NetworkWorld, March 24, 2008 "10 Gig access switches" review
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