Application Note - LRE SOHOware Long Reach Ethernet (LRE) Solution
LRE Technology Benefits SOHOware solution is based on Very high bit-rate DSL (VDSL) robust technology Solution supports transfer rates in access of 10 Mbps Aggregates multiple lines into single Fast Ethernet uplink Extends Ethernet to over 4000 feet Requires only standard Cat-3 phone wiring Still allows multiple phone lines to be used for voice Completely managed solution Supports all applications including IP Telephony Better performance, Lower installation cost
VDSL Deployment adsl Modem Telco Demarc Cross Over Administrative LAN VDSL Switches Internet Firewall router Subscriber Server PBX 10/100 Switch Existing Cat.3 CPE Modem in Guest Room Optional Wireless AP for Public Areas
Port-Based V-LAN Security Feature: Provide a suite of Layer 2 switching features such as the port based V-LAN function on the system. Prevent client ping or reach other clients on Microsoft Network Neighborhood. Enable or disable packet broadcast function on a per port basis. Benefit: Simplifies subscriber's security and protection. Maintains confidentiality between user groups, Prevents generation of unnecessary broadcast packets conserving network bandwidth. Network Neighborhood
Feature: Remote Configuration Offers standard web browser user interface. Permits remote view and/or modify system configuration via Internet. Support Web UI for remote control. Verifies and authorizes specified IP Address for system administrators. Benefits: Simple and inexpensive access method. Secure and easy network operation. This system provides the Web UI for remote control. Prevents hacker invading the system. Keeps record of authorized access thereby enhancing security. Authorized & Specified IP Address for Administration Unspecified IP Address
Bandwidth Management Feature: The maximum bandwidth is configured individually via each port. There are eight different bandwidth levels (64K, 128K, 256K, 512K, 1M, 4M, 10M, Unlimited) that can be provisioned. Benefits: This function is helpful for system administrator or ISP to control the network bandwidth on a on each port. 64K 512K 10M 8 level bandwidth setting
Feature: IP Number Control This function can control IP number for each port. The allowed numbers are up to 8 per port. Benefits Enables ISP to control IP Address distribution and management. An IPS can charge more for more IP addresses. IP Number is set to 2 IP Number is set to 3 Only 2 Concurrent users Only 3 Concurrent users
Service Enable/Disable Feature: Enables an ISP to set each port Disable or Enable just by software configuration. Benefit: Convenient and flexible management tool, lowering the cost of making changes through software. Remote Enable/Disable Internet Service
Auto-Link Adjustment Feature Feature: Provides 6 level of automatic rate adjustment at each port based on line quality, distance and flow control. Benefit: Ease of maintaining system operation without any manual adjustment and testing. 1. 16.67Mbps (Symmetric) 2. 12.5Mbps (Symmetric) 3. 8.33Mbps (Symmetric) Automatically adjust speed 4. 6.25Mbps (Symmetric) according to environment 5. 4.17Mbps (Symmetric) 6. 4.17/1.56Mbps (D/U Asymmetric) Arrange the same series VDSL CPE Modem in pair ***Compatible with Cisco LRE
SNMP MIB-II Standard Feature: Supports Simple Network Management Protocol with MIB-II based private MIB tree Benefits: Inexpensive integrated network management solution in heterogeneous environments. SNMP Port 161 1. Get 2. Get Next 3. Get Bulk 4. Set MIB Browser Port 162 UDP Packet 1. Port Enable/Disable 2. Boot Up 3. Reset SNMP Agent MIB-II Standard Support
Integrated Splitter Feature: Supports POTS/ISDN feature for each subscriber through built-in splitters Offers 12 splitters integrated in the Switch. Benefits: No new wiring required for ISDN/POTS service distribution. Lowers the system cost due to 12 built-in splitters in the Switch to connect to each port. Increases system availability through built-in splitters Splitter
Long Reach Ethernet Modem Feature: Supports Ethernet over VDSL Enables symmetrical bandwidth over long distances Offers Plug & Play Installation Palm Size design Auto-Link Function VM-120 CPE Modem Benefits: Reduces equipment installation cost Requires low power and minimal maintenance cost A Small Number of Spots Installation Ethernet over VDSL CO/CPE Modem with Auto-Link Feature CO Modem CPE Modem ADSL Modem RJ-45 CAT5 Line RJ-11 Telephone Line
MDU/MTU Case Study Telephone Lines Ethernet Line Floor 2 AP Modem AP AP Floor 1 Modem Cat-3 Cat-3 SOHOware Management Station Cat-3 SOHOware LRE SOHOware LRE Cat-5 Cable Modem SOHOware Security Appliance DSL/CM
Business Case Installation of access points require Cat-5 cable to a switch/hub. Options are Lay new cat-5 cable Use existing Cat-3 phone cable Cisco LRE SOHOware LRE Installation Cost of laying new cable ~ $4,000 per AP Cost of using existing Phone Line Cisco: $6,000 LRE gateway (8 port)+$500 per AP SOHOware: $2,400 gateway (12 port)+$200 per AP SOHOware solution represents $3,600 saving on first AP and even more on subsequent APs
Long Reach Ethernet Product Specifications
SOHOware LRE Switch Specification Model EVN-1200 Hardware 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Item VDSL Port Count Uplink Port Count RS232 Console Port Per Device LED Indicator VDSL Port LED Indicator Uplink Port LED Indicator Dimension Packet Buffer Specification 12 1 1 Power Link, Act, Error Link/Act., 10/100, FDX Rack-mount-sized 444(W)x228.5(L)x44.3(H)mm 1 MB
LRE Switch Specification (cont.) Switching Function Item Specification 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Mac Address VLAN Bandwidth Control Loop Test Auto-Negotiating Switching forwarding mode Broadcast storm control DiffServ Port Mirroring Avoid the problem of HOL blocking 4K MAC address look-up table Port-Based 802.1Q VLAN Per port support 8 level upstream and down stream (64K, 128K, 256K, 512K, 1M, 4M, 10M, Unlimited) (Option) Store and forward CoS
LRE Switch Specification (cont.) 1 2 3 4 Management Function Item Menu driven configuration interface/console Web Configure/ Web-based management TFTP Client Management interface Authentication Specification and administrated with authorized specified IP address 5 6 7 8 Multiple access rights for different users SNMP IP Number Control Service Port Enable/Disable by remote control SNMP v1 MIB RFC1157 MIB-II RFC 1213 Bridge MIB RFC 1493
LRE Switch Specification (cont.) 1 Physical & Environment Item AC input Specification 90-240V AC, 50/60Hz Power Consumption: 30W 2 3 4 1 2 Operating Temperature Humidity Case Certification Item Emission(EMI) Safety 0 to 45 10% to 90% Metal Case Size: Rack-mount-sized 444 (W) x 228.5 (L) x 44.3 (H) mm Weight: About 2.5 kg Specification FCC Class A CE Class A VCCI Class A UL FCC Part 68
CPE Modem Specification 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Item Network Specification Dimension Connectors LED Indicators Power Requirement Environment Approval Specification IEE802.3 10BaseT Ethernet and IEE802.3u 100BasedTX Fast Ethernet 10 Mbps up to 1.5 km (4500ft.) with 24 AWG (0.5mm) wire pair Ethernet over VDSL Signal Level 0.9~5.1 MHz Phone port signal using low pass filter Size: 126 (W) x 80 (L) x 25 (H) mm Weight: About 150g One RJ-45 connector for Ethernet connection using UTP cable Two RJ-11 jacks (one for Ethernet and one for standard phone connection) One DC power jack System: Power Switch: Link, Error Ethernet: Link/Activity, 10/100 External Power Adapter 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption: 5V, 2.5 Amp., 5Watt Operating Temperature: 0 to 60 degree Storage Temperature: -5~65 degree Humidity: 10% to 90% FCC Part 15, FCC Part 68, VCCI Class B, UL, CE