JDSU has released a set of ethernet OAM capabilities that enable technicians to verify ethernet OAM features in a carrier ethernet network.
According to JDSU, the new capabilities help carriers meet service level agreements (SLAs) and offer differentiated ethernet services, and are available for the JDSU T-BERD/MTS 6000A Multi Services Application Module (MSAM), T-BERD/MTS-8000 Transport Module, and HST-3000 Ethernet Service Interface Module (SIM).
In addition, the new features include the addition of link layer OAM (IEEE 802.3ah, Ethernet first mile) and the service layer OAM (IEEE 802.1ag and ITU-T Y.1731) test features.
The company said that the new capabilities are designed for technicians who install and troubleshoot carrier ethernet circuits. Ethernet OAM features perform end-to-end testing including verification of connectivity check messages, ethernet loopback and insertion/receipt of ethernet AIS/RDI alarming.
Jim Nerschook, vice president and general manager of communications test and measurement business segment at JDSU, said: Ethernet OAM has become a requirement for ethernet network deployment because it offers the end-to-end service assurance demanded by service providers.
Adding more ethernet OAM test capabilities to an already strong set of JDSU products helps service providers bring reliable services to market quickly and easily, furthering our commitment to building customer confidence in the reliable deployment of carrier ethernet networks.
