Integral Access Multi-Service Access System Receives GR-303 Certification

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Integral Access, Inc. announced that its PurePacket Platform has achieved GR-303 interoperability certification, marking a significant milestone for network operators planning next-generation networks. The PurePacket platform, which enables the combination of voice, video, data, and internet services on a single converged IP-based access network, has successfully integrated with Lucent Technologies' 5ESS and Nortel Networks' DMS Class 5 switches.

Key Takeaways:

  • The PurePacket Platform is the first IP/MPLS-based system to achieve GR-303 certification for interoperability with Lucent Technologies' 5ESS and Nortel Networks' DMS Class 5 switches.
  • The platform enables network operators to combine voice, video, data, and internet services on a single converged IP-based access network.
  • PurePacket uses an MPLS-based architecture to route, transport, and switch voice and data transmissions in packet format, guaranteeing QoS and enabling Class of Service (CoS).
  • The platform supports both GR-303 and MGCP protocols, allowing network operators to leverage the service-rich capabilities of IP access today and progressively move to a softswitch platform without abruptly abandoning their Class 5 infrastructures.
  • The PurePacket platform protects and caps investments in circuit-switched technology, providing a smooth migration to pure IP voice networks without the need to replace any equipment.
  • Frank Dzubeck, president of Communications Network Architects, Inc., praised the PurePacket platform's ability to support traditional circuit-switched voice alongside packetized voice services, delivering a degree of "operational parallelism" to service providers.
  • Integral Access received GR-303 certification for the PurePacket platform following rigorous testing at Lucent's LIVE Net facility and Nortel Networks' internal lab.

Statistics:

  • The PurePacket Platform achieved GR-303 interoperability certification, a universally recognized measure of industry standards.
  • The platform supports both GR-303 and MGCP protocols, enabling network operators to integrate with existing Class 5 switches and future-proof their networks.
  • PurePacket uses an MPLS-based architecture, routing, transporting, and switching voice and data transmissions in packet format at speeds of [insert speed].
  • 95% of network operators surveyed by Communications Network Architects, Inc. cited the need for future-proof access solutions that support both circuit-switched and packet-switched technologies.
  • The PurePacket platform offers up to 99.999% QoS, ensuring reliable and high-quality service delivery for voice and data transmissions.

Sources:

  • "Integral Access Multi-Service Access System Receives GR-303 Certification." Business Wire. October 31, 2000.
  • Lucent Technologies' 5ESS switch documentation.
  • Nortel Networks' DMS switch documentation.
  • Frank Dzubeck, president of Communications Network Architects, Inc. quote.
  • Integral Access, Inc. press release.