The network upgrade includes the deployment of third-generation (3G) CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Revision A technology in Ntelos markets in Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio and North Carolina.
Bobby McAvoy, vice president of wireless engineering and operations at Ntelos, said: We have decided to upgrade our networks using Alcatel-Lucent CDMA technology based on their proven ability to deliver a 3G solution that will transform our network to a next-generation system, bringing the benefits of new, advanced services to our customers and improving our operations.
In addition, Alcatel-Lucent will provide its industry leading IP/MPLS solution, which includes the Alcatel-Lucent 7750 Service Router and 7450 Ethernet Service Switch, to deploy an IP routing and IP RAN backhaul solution.
