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3M Mobile Network Solutions3M Mobile Network Solutions
From the
mobile switching center
across the backhaul network
to the base station,
3M offers an unmatched
value proposition for
wireless applications.
From the
mobile switching center
across the backhaul network
to the base station,
3M offers an unmatched
value proposition for
wireless applications.
THE GROWING PROMISE OF WIRELESS.
The call for more content, greater speed and new communication protocols is
exploding across the U.S. and in many global markets, with strong demand for service
on the part of subscribers located beyond established areas of the public service
telephone network. As businesses become increasingly reliant on data communication
and internet-related services, wireless transmission is coming into its own as an
effective alternative for bandwidth delivery at high data rates.
Wireless communication has moved from a stop-gap solution to a fully functional
and highly competitive alternative for delivering broadband access. Mobile wireless
technology has the demonstrated potential to meet the needs of a full range of
communications services in small population-center markets, and for remote
locations and specialized facilities where conventional telco infrastructure cannot satisfy
the demand.
Services such as carrier-class telephony, high speed internet access, voice-over-internet,
direct broadcast satellite TV, real-time duplex video and video-on-demand represent
substantial revenue opportunities for telecommunication providers and network suppliers.
These services can now be effectively provided by means of a wireless infrastructure,
which also eliminates the high costs of establishing right-of-way, installing poles,
trenching cables and placing hard-wired facilities in areas of severe weather or difficult
terrain. It makes it possible to provide subscribers with the full range of broadband
services within a matter of hours rather than days or even weeks.
PUBLIC SWITCHED TELEPHONENETWORK (PSTN)
The worldwide switched voice network.
PHYSICAL-MEDIA LAYER
The cable or physical medium overwhich data flows. Includes electrical
signals as well as all connecting, splicing, switching, splitting and
termination components.
CELLULAR
A typical cellular wireless site servesmobile phones in a dedicated area,
and is implemented by a cell operatorthat receives backhaul service from
a telco or network operator.
WIRELESS POINT-TO-MULTIPOINT
BROADBAND/WIMAX
Signals are fed from a central office or other location to the
base station, and then by wireless point-to-multipoint to remote
customer equipment.
WIRELESS POINT-TO-POINT
A wireless hut installation is typicallyused in remote locations where theoperator does not have access to a fiber ring. Signals are transmitted to the hut by wireless point-to-point transmission from another location,
and passed to subscribers over conventional outside plant distribution, including both
POTS and data.
KEY TERMS
CONVERGENCE TO
INTERNET PROTOCOL.
Traditional Public Switched
Telephone Network (PSTN) is
limited in its ability to handle the
exploding demand for services, and
is vulnerable to traffic overload.
Because the packet-based nature
of Internet protocol is not subject
to this capacity limitation, it is fast
becoming the connectivity choice
for high-volume, mixed transmission
requirements and the common
unifying element in worldwide
communication growth.
FIXEDTELECOM
MOBILETELECOM
MEDIA DATA
WIRELESSINTERNET
Historically, wireless and internet
applications have been on
fundamentally separate tracks.
However, approximately
seventy-five percent of today’s
cellular subscribers use the
Internet, and by 2005 an
estimated one billion wireless
subscribers are expected to
seek Internet access. While
the transition to packet-based
applications requires new
connectivity and switching
hardware, the nature of the
physical-media layer of the
OSI model remains unchanged.
THE PHYSICAL-MEDIA LAYER FOUNDATION.
The Open Systems Interconnection Model (OSI) definesseven layers that describe the functionality of a network,from physical connections to the user applications, andincludes all signal details and transfer protocols.
THE PHYSICAL-MEDIA LAYER. • The physical path which the information
will travel across• Each layer affects the overall service quality;
but none is more critical than the media layer• All communication processes are dependent
upon the media layer
APPLICATION
PRESENTATION
SESSION
TRANSPORT
NETWORK
DATA LINK
PHYSICAL-TRANSMISSION
PHYSICAL-MEDIA
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
3M OFFERS UNMATCHED
PHYSICAL-MEDIA LAYER
RESOURCES.
3M supports wireless
implementation with the complete
range of components for the
physical-media layer to leverage
an existing infrastructure or
to develop completely new
networks. With decades of network
experience in telecommunications
access, 3M has a full and growing
product portfolio, extensive
research and development
resources, and a strong presence
in over 60 countries. The world’s
telecom service providers have long
relied on 3M innovations for craft
productivity and signal integrity.
Major operators, carriers,
equipment providers and vendors
in the world are customers of
3M’s central office, outside plant
and customer premises cable
connectivity management,
as well as protection, test
and measurement and locating
and marking resources. 3M’s
quality-driven and customer-
focused telecommunications
organization is nourished
by a long-standing culture
of innovation.
• One of the industry’s largestportfolios of end-to-end packaged solutions for the physical-media layer
• Both copper and fiber optic connectivity for rapid deployment of reliable fixedand wireless networks
• Full supplier infrastructure withquality products, training andlocal support on a global basis
With 3M as expert technical
service assistance, service
providers and network equipment
manufacturers can assemble
and implement effective,
future-proofed physical-media
solutions for mobile wireless
networks from the Mobile
Switching Center across the
Backhaul Network to the Base
Station, and at customer premises.
BENEFITS OF
PARTNERING WITH 3M.
• Maximize craft productivity by means of well-designed and proven products
• Maintain signal integrity byeffectively protecting againstconditions that deteriorate network facilities anddegrade service
• Adapt to future networkupgrades with products thatare adaptable to change whileproviding reliable service
CELLULAR.
• Implemented by cell operators
• Backhaul service providedby telco or network operator
• Multiple cell operators may be in tower
• Site may be owned by celltower company
WIRELESS
POINT-TO-MULTIPOINT
BROADBAND/WIMAX.
• Used when an operator wantsto deploy services quickly
• Operator does not haveaccess to or does not want to upgrade last mile
• Signal is fed from centraloffice or another location by wireless broadband point-to-multipoint to remoteequipment at the customer
• Customer home/apartment iswired with structured cablingfor voice and data service
WIRELESS NETWORK
SOLUTIONS.
INTERNET,PUBLIC
&PRIVATE
NETWORKSINTERNET
BACKBONE/CORE
NETWORK
CENTRALOFFICE
LARGECORPORATIONS
CORPORATEBRANCH OFFICES
SMALLBUSINESSES
RESIDENCES
CellTower
UP TO SIX COMPANIESTELCO
CO-LOCATIONEQUIPMENT
OC 3 OR T1LEASE LINES
CellTower
WIRELESS
POINT-TO-POINT.
• Used when an operator does not have access to a fiber ring
• Typically in remote applications
• Hut signal comes from another location by wirelesspoint-to-point
• RF signal is fed into Accessequipment to feed OSP applications—POTS and Data
• Smaller systems can be integrated into RT’s (RemoteTerminals/Cabinets)
RFEQUIPMENT
ACCESSEQUIPMENT
MDF5000 LINES
OSP
DDF16 E1
CellTower
Mobile Switching Center/Central Office
BaseStation
Backhaul/Outside Plant
THE MOBILE
SWITCHING CENTER.
This center serves as a
network node in a wireless
telecommunications network
and as a point of access to
the Public Switched Telephone
Network. Also sometimes known
as a Mobile Telephone Switching
Office or Mobile Switching Office,
it is similar to a central office
switch that bridges a mobile
telephone network with digital
and fiber distribution frames,
fiber-optic and copper cable
assemblies, vault closures and
cross-connect blocks and
electrical protection. 3M is
uniquely positioned to provide
packaged solutions for the
entire physical network.
BACKHAUL/OSP.
The backhaul network (outside
plant installation) provides the
signal path between the mobile
switching center and the wireless
base station. It comprises fiber
optic or copper cables and
splices, closures, cabinets
and cross-connect blocks.
Maintenance requires locating
and testing capabilities,
with underground markers
to rapidly pinpoint and expose
components without damage.
MOBILE SWITCHING CENTER
CENTRAL OFFICE
Digital Distribution FramesIDC ConnectivityFiber Distribution UnitsFiber Optic Cable AssembliesMechanical Optical Splicing SystemsVault ClosuresCable and Wire ManagementCross Connect Blocks
BACKHAUL/OUTSIDE PLANT
ClosuresCross Connect CabinetsCross Connect BlocksCopper ConnectorsLocating and Testing Tools
3M SOLUTIONS FOR WIRELESS NETWORKS
Fixed WirelessPoint-to-Multipoint
WirelessPoint-to-Point
BaseStation
BaseStation
Cellular
BASE STATION.
The base station converts
backhaul signals to radio
frequency for transmission
to subscribers, receives radio
frequency signals for conversion
to backhaul format, and manages
cellular traffic for one or more
service providers. It comprises
copper and/or fiber cable
assemblies, splicing systems,
closures and distribution frames.
BASE STATION/CELL TOWER
EMI and RFI Shielding TapesVinyl and Mastic TapesInsulated PuttyCoax Sealing KitsPST KitsCold Shrink Tubing Pressurized ClosuresDigital Distribution FramesIDC and Shield Bond ConnectorsFiber Distribution UnitsFiber Optic Cable Assemblies and ConnectorsMechanical Optical Splicing Systems
CUSTOMER PREMISES
Fiber Patch Panels and Cable AssembliesFiber Optic InterconnectsCopper Twisted Pair Connectors and AssembliesCategory 6 Structured CablingFire Barrier Materials
RELY ON THE 3M DIFFERENCE FOR
PRODUCTIVITY AND DEPENDABILITY.
3M is distinguished by its 100-year tradition of innovation across a wide range of
products and technologies, decades of telecom experience, and support resources
around the globe. Customers benefit from 3M’s Six Sigma quality processes that
deliver a complete portfolio of durable, long-lasting copper and fiber solutions products
for the physical-media layer. This industry-leading product line is complemented by full
after-sale technical service, product training and field support. You can turn to 3M with
confidence for copper, fiber and wireless solutions that span the entire network.
Contact your local 3M representative for more information, or call the 3M
Communication Markets Division at: 800/426 8688.
www.3MTelecommunications.com
Communication Markets Division3M Telecommunications6801 River Place Blvd.Austin, TX 78726-9000800/426 8688Fax 800/626 0329www.3MTelecommunications.com
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