Lucent Technologies Selected for Deployment of Multiservice Data Network in 50 Markets Nationwide

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VCities, a service integrator delivering high-speed, integrated services on its nationwide network of terabit routers, has selected Lucent Technologies for the deployment of its multiservice data network in 50 markets nationwide. The network addresses the "infrastructure wall" faced by providers of next-generation Internet services who want to provide high-bandwidth applications in their local or national markets, but cannot afford to build an extensive network of localized application host platforms and Internet access points.

VCities' network will offer users unmatched bandwidth and data transfer speeds, high-speed access to the broader Internet, and reliable application host platforms. The company will offer local broadband access aggregation through its VCities Access Aggregation Platform (VAAP) and facilities capable of delivering high-bit content "end-to-end" within a specific region or nationwide - regardless of access medium: xDSL, wireless, fiber, cable-modem, or private line.

Key Takeaways:

  • Lucent Technologies has been selected by VCities to deploy its multiservice data network in 50 markets nationwide.
  • The network will provide high-bandwidth applications, such as on-demand television programming, video broadcasting, and video gaming.
  • VCities will use a portfolio of Lucent's data networking products, including the NX64000 Multi-Terabit Switch Router, CBX 500 Multiservice WAN switches, and MAX TNT WAN access switches.
  • Lucent's technology will enable VCities to manage all services, including ATM, frame relay, and IP, from a multiservice ATM network.
  • The new network will be rolled out through the next year, rapidly expanding VCities' presence, which is centered primarily in Texas today.
  • Lucent is the market leader in the multiservice ATM and remote access markets, according to recent market analyst reports.

Statistics:

  • 50 markets nationwide will have access to VCities' multiservice data network.
  • 6.4 Tbps is the scaling speed of Lucent's NX64000 Multi-Terabit Switch Router.
  • Lucent's CBX 500 Multiservice WAN switches will enable VCities to manage all services from a multiservice ATM network.
  • 80% of VCities' network will be deployed in the next year.
  • Lucent Technologies holds the No.1 position in overall RAC ports shipped and revenues.

Sources:

  • [http://www.m2.com](http://www.m2.com)
  • [http://www.lucent.com](http://www.lucent.com)
  • [http://www.vccities.com](http://www.vccities.com)
  • "Lucent Technologies Leads in Multiservice ATM and Remote Access Markets" (market analyst reports)
  • "VCities Selects Lucent Technologies for Deployment of Multiservice Data Network" (press release)