Re: Access hardware for small FTTP deployment

[Baldur Norddahl <baldur.norddahl () gmail com>]

Hi

I would use PON or WDM and move the active equipment to a more sane
location. We use Zhone which have a one unit four port OLT (MXK-194). Or if
you do not mind using GEPON instead of GPON then look at some Chinese
suppliers. You can probably get a GEPON switch for about 1000 USD.

Another option is DWDM using either bidirectional or fiber pairs. But I
think you will find that the total cost of the required SFP modules will be
higher than using PON.

Regards,

Baldur


On 16 May 2014 05:18, Chris <hs.citizen () gmail com> wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> We are looking at doing a small FTTP deployment in a community of about 30
> homes and I'm searching for options regarding access layer hardware.
>
> Initially we thought of a simple point-to-point ethernet setup with
> 1000Base-BX to each premises and a 48-port access switch. However, finding
> an appropriate piece of hardware has proven challenging because of our
> requirement of a 60+ degrees Celcius operating temperature (due to outdoor
> cabinet placement).
>
> The only one I found that meets the temperature requirement was Cisco's ME
> 2600X with 44 SFP ports, 4 SFP+ and 65degC max, but it's a bit pricey for
> our liking. Other offerings from HP (5800-24G-SFP), Juniper (EX4550),
> Brocade (CES-2048F) were nice, but all only had 40-45degC max operating
> temp.
>
> I'm interested to see what other people are doing for these types of small
> setups. Does anyone know of any other reasonably priced access switches,
> 32+ SFP ports, and able to withstand 60degC or higher operating
> temperature?
>
> We are also considering GPON, but given that we would only need one
> interface for such a small deployment, most of the hardware out there seems
> like overkill. Are there good small OLTs?
>
> Cheers,
> Chris