New FibroLAN µFalcon-S Ethernet Access Device with Vitesse's Caracal Switch Engine and IEEE1588v2 PHYs Introduced at Mobile World Congress 2012
Vitesse Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ: VTSS), a leading provider of advanced IC solutions for Carrier and Enterprise networks, announced that FibroLAN is using Vitesse's Caracal™ Carrier Ethernet Switch Engine (VSC7428) and quad-port IEEE1588v2VSC8574 SimpliPHY™1G PHYs in its latest generation Ethernet Access Device (EAD) targeted at Metro Ethernet services delivery. FibroLAN, a leading developer of integrated fiber-optic broadband access systems and Carrier Ethernet solutions, debuted its µFalcon-S platform for 4G/LTE mobile backhaul networks this month at the Mobile World Congress 2012 in Barcelona, Spain.
"It was evident that Vitesse was the ideal choice to supply the Ethernet switch and transceiver for our newly introduced µFalcon-S Ethernet Access series," said Shamir Stein, CEO of FibroLAN. "Vitesse's Caracal switch engine and 1588v2 SimpliPHY seamlessly met the precise timing demands as well as its other Carrier Ethernet capabilities of our highly advanced application, without adding unnecessary complexity or increased cost to the design."
Introduced in 2010 and 2011, respectively, the VSC7428 Caracal Switch Engine and VSC8574 quad-port GE PHY are part of Vitesse's broad portfolio of IEEE1588v2 timing solutions for mobile backhaul and network IP Edge applications. Both devices deliver highly accurate timing synchronization and Operations, Administration and Maintenance (OAM) support, critical for Carriers implementing mobile backhaul and delivering MEF services over their access networks. Integrated with Vitesse's EcoEthernet 2.0 green technology, both the switch and PHY exceed the IEEE 802.3az specifications requirements while delivering unprecedented energy efficiency.
"We are excited to be working with a best-in-breed mobile access systems provider like FibroLAN," said Uday Mudoi, director of product marketing at Vitesse. "This agreement strengthens Vitesse's position as the premier solutions provider for the IP Edge and small cell markets. Our technology enables customers such as FibroLAN to stay ahead of mobile networking requirements and advance technology in mobile backhaul. We are thrilled that our efforts to develop cutting-edge products with innovative features for Mobile Access are gaining recognition in the marketplace."
Serving the Carrier Ethernet Market
Vitesse is focused on Ethernet networking, the dominant networking protocol in being deployed in Carrier Networks today. With over 25 years of expertise in telecom and IC development, Vitesse is well positioned to enable Carrier OEMs and their service provider customers to deliver Ethernet-based services globally over their emerging 4G/LTE-A networks, as well as preserving investments in their installed bases. To learn more about Vitesse's extensive product portfolio for Carrier Ethernet and its patented technology:
- Vitesse's Carrier Ethernet Solutions: www.vitesse.com/ce
- Caracal Switch Engine: www.vitesse.com/products/product.php?number=VSC7428
- VSC8574 1G PHY: www.vitesse.com/products/product.php?number=VSC8574
- 1588 timestamping technology: www.vitesse.com/ce/ce_timing
About FibroLAN
FibroLAN delivers integrated access systems and solutions for carriers, service providers and mobile operators. The FibroLAN product portfolio includes a comprehensive toolbox for various Mobile Backhauling and Carrier Ethernet Access applications through a wide range of CPEs/NTUs, MACs (for up to 10Gbps rates) and dedicated OAM tools. The Company's products are characterized by their integrated, advanced features, reliability and ease of deployment and maintenance. Founded in 1996, FibroLAN is headquartered in Yokneam, Israel. For more information, visit www.fibrolan.com.
About Vitesse
Vitesse designs, develops and markets a diverse portfolio of high-performance, cost-competitive semiconductor solutions for Carrier and Enterprise networks worldwide. Engineering excellence and dedicated customer service distinguish Vitesse as an industry leader in high-performance Ethernet LAN, WAN, and RAN, Ethernet-over-SONET/SDH, Optical Transport (OTN), and best-in-class Signal Integrity and Physical Layer products for Ethernet, Fibre Channel, Serial Attached SCSI, InfiniBand®, Video, and PCI Express applications. Additional company and product information is available at www.vitesse.com.
Vitesse is a registered trademark and Caracal and SimpliPHY are trademarks of Vitesse Semiconductor Corporation in the United States and other jurisdictions. All other trademarks or registered trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective holders.
Contacts:
Editorial Contact:
Vitesse
Ronda
Grech, +1-805-388-3700
pressrelations@vitesse.com
or
FibroLAN
Shamir
Stein, +972-4-959-1717
shamir@fibrolan.com
