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iDirect Proprietary & Confidential
The iDirect iNFINITI Broadband VSAT Solution
The iDirect iNFINITI Broadband VSAT Solution
Leading IP Convergence over SatelliteLeading IP Convergence over Satellite
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iDirect Technologies: Establishing a Dominant PositioniDirect Technologies: Establishing a Dominant Position
Driving the Satellite Industry IP RevolutionDriving the Satellite Industry IP Revolution
Evolution to IP has started to materialize in the satellite industry as embedded base of legacy VSAT systems are being replaced with next-generation systems
iDirect Driving Revolution – superior technology; does not face the significant hurdles that have historically limited deployment of broadband satellite services
Strong & Growing Market Presence – sold more than half of all broadband satellite hubs sold worldwide in 2005
Market Share Expected To Continue To Increase – vendor of choice due to low cost, high QoS/performance, support of VoIP and streaming video, high security
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Technology LeaderTechnology Leader
Voice, video and data
Enterprise-class terrestrial broadband service quality and performance
Single hub chassis can access five different satellites vs. one for all competitors
Star, Mesh, Point-to-Point and Hybrid networks
Enables real private networks
Provides unprecedented channel speeds – 8.4Mbps upstream & 18.2Mbps downstream
Supports C, Ku and Ka band transponders with carrier class redundancy
Integrated advanced security, including world’s first FIPS 140-2 certification
Launch of enhanced iNFINITI solution in Q2 2005
World’s Most Advanced Solution Built From the Ground Up To Support IP
World’s Most Advanced Solution Built From the Ground Up To Support IP
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Feature Rich, Best TCO SolutionsFeature Rich, Best TCO Solutions
Portfolio of Satellite Networking Solutions Specifically Tailored to Meet Customers’ Needs
Portfolio of Satellite Networking Solutions Specifically Tailored to Meet Customers’ Needs
Complete, Most Feature Rich Solution – remote satellite router encompasses satellite modem, IP router, TCP/HTTP optimization over satellite, QoS/prioritization and encryption in a single network appliance
Ease of Use – Network Management Software offers industry-leading tools for network control, visibility and ease-of-use
Lowest Cost – iDirect’s hub and remote solutions provide a lower cost of ownership – 40-50% higher bandwidth efficiency than competitors
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2001-2004
Products
2005+
(iNFINITI launch)
Network Topology:Star Single Architecture for Star, Mesh,
iSCPC, Spread Spectrum & Hybrid
Network Speed Downstream: 9.1 Mbps 18.2 Mbps
Network Speed Upstream: 4.2 Mbps 8.4 Mbps*
Market Segment: Broadband BroadbandNarrowband
WiFi, WiMax and Cellular Backhaul
Next Generation Capabilities – iNFINITINext Generation Capabilities – iNFINITI
iNFINITI = Evolutionary Improvement in CapabilitiesiNFINITI = Evolutionary Improvement in Capabilities
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Top Tier Customer BaseTop Tier Customer Base
Over 150 Channel Partners…Over 150 Channel Partners…
Government35%
Commercial65% Government End Customers
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First in Hub Market ShareFirst in Hub Market Share
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Hubs Shipped - 2004 (Comsys)
iDirect (37% )Hughes (24% )Viasat (21% )Gilat (13% )RCS Total (5% )
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NetworkOperatorReseller
EndCustomer
Teleport GatewaySatellite CapacityNOCBackbone ConnectionData Center
Sales Integration ServicesValue Add ServicesInstallations & SupportCustomer Satisfaction
• Medium/Large Enterprises
• Multinational Corporations
• Governments & Embassies
• Intelligence Community
• Educational Institutions
• ISPs
• Network Integrators
• IP Solutions Providers
• System Integrators
• Teleport Operators
• Satellite Operators
Distribution ModelDistribution Model
Broadband IP
Applications
Ubiquitous Connectivity
Demand Creation
Equipment Sales & Professional
Services
Network Equipment & Professional
Services
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Industry Recognition: Growth, InnovationIndustry Recognition: Growth, Innovation
Technology Fast 50: Virginia
Technology Fast 500
2004 Product Innovation Of The Year
2003 & 2004
2004 Top Three Finalist (John Kealey)
2003 2004
WORLD TELEPORT ASSOCIATION2004 Teleport Technology Of The Year
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New Investors: ST via VT Engineering (US)New Investors: ST via VT Engineering (US)
IDirect Agrees to Sell Itself for $165 Million
By Ellen McCarthy
iDirect Technologies Inc., a Herndon firm that sells network equipment to satellite companies, agreed to be acquired yesterday
by Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd. for $165 million in cash.
The acquisition is the second big deal this week in the consolidating satellite industry. On Monday, satellite giant Intelsat Ltd., which has most of its operations in the District, said it was acquiring PanAmSat
Holding Corp. for $3.2 billion.
Under the terms of the IDirect deal, the 11-year old Herndon firm will be acquired by Singapore Technology's U.S. holding company. IDirect
will continue to operate under its own name and existing management team. No layoffs are expected among its 150
employees.
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iDirect iNFINITI: Delivering Broadband
Services
iDirect iNFINITI: Delivering Broadband
Services
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Market PresenceMarket Presence
Return Data Rates
Functions
Topology
Access Method
16K – 128K Service
Transaction/POS
Narrowband
Slotted Aloha
Narrow Band POSMarket Type
128K – 4.2Mb
Enterprise Applications
Shared
D-TDMA
Broadband
1Mb – 45Mb
Telco/Video Broadcast
Dedicated
Dedicated SCPC
SCPC
iDirect Technologies Fills The Gap Between Narrowband VSAT and Dedicated SCPC
i D I R E C T
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The iDirect SolutionThe iDirect Solution
iDirect's Broadband VSAT Network System Provides Highly Reliable, Secure, Two-way TCP/IP Transmission for iDirect's Broadband VSAT Network System Provides Highly Reliable, Secure, Two-way TCP/IP Transmission for
High Speed, Multi-media Service Applications on any Topology (Star, Star/Mesh, Point-to-Point/SCPC)High Speed, Multi-media Service Applications on any Topology (Star, Star/Mesh, Point-to-Point/SCPC)
C or Ku-Band Satellite C or Ku-Band Satellite
Internet/ Leased
Line/MPLS
Network Network Operator Operator Teleport Teleport
iDirectBroadband VSAT Hub
The new iDirect Hub Chassis Line Card supports network speeds of 18 Mbps Downstream, and 4.2 Mbps Upstream.A single 20 slot Hub Chassis supports aggregate speeds of 360 Mbps.
By simply adding a separate line card, the iDirect solution can support different topologies from the same chassisIt can also support multiple satellite links
iDirect Satellite
RouterStar/Mesh TopologyStar/Mesh Topology
Mesh Connection
SCPC TopologySCPC Topology
SCPC Connection
SCPC Connection
Star TopologyStar Topology
Star Connection
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The iDirect SolutionThe iDirect Solution
iDirect's Broadband VSAT Network System Provides Highly Reliable, Secure, Two-way TCP/IP Transmission for iDirect's Broadband VSAT Network System Provides Highly Reliable, Secure, Two-way TCP/IP Transmission for
High Speed, Multi-media Service Applications on any Topology (Star, Star/Mesh, Point-to-Point/SCPC)High Speed, Multi-media Service Applications on any Topology (Star, Star/Mesh, Point-to-Point/SCPC)
C or Ku-Band Satellite C or Ku-Band Satellite
Internet/ Leased
Line/MPLS
iDirectBroadband VSAT Hub
iDirect Satellite
RouterStar/Mesh TopologyStar/Mesh Topology
Mesh Connection
SCPC TopologySCPC Topology
SCPC Connection
SCPC Connection
Star TopologyStar Topology
Star Connection
Networking iDirect Cards together
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Inherent ScalabilityInherent Scalability
Internet/ Leased
Line/MPLS
iDirectBroadband VSAT Hub
C or Ku-Band Satellite C or Ku-Band Satellite
Networking iDirect Cards together allows networks to support thousands of sites
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Broadband VSAT Networks:ApplicationsBroadband VSAT Networks:Applications
Internet Access Mobile Productivity Mobile Telephony Access Networks
Network Backup / Business Continuity
Emergency Management
Video Monitoring & Surveillance Video Collaboration
Enterprise NetworksPrivate Networks
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Enterprise NetworksEnterprise Networks
Government & Education
Oil & Gas
Banks & Insurances
Medical/Hospital
Multinationals
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Mobile Broadband Market Mobile Broadband Market
Nomadic Broadband
• Emergency Management• IP-enabled SNG
• Defense
Global, On-the-move Broadband
• Maritime• Railway• In-flight• Defense
Wireless Internet
• Global Edge Connect: VSAT + WiMAX
Cellular Backhaul
• GSM backhaul• GPRS, EDGE, UMTS
Stationary end point Moving end point
Satellitefirst mile
Satellite middle mile
Terrestrialfirst mile
Satellite
Satellite
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The iDirect GSM Backhaul Business CaseThe iDirect GSM Backhaul Business Case
The implementation of GSM over satellite is commonly used in many regions of the world. Traditionally, this has been supported via a legacy SCPC connection (as depicted above).
● In a point-to-point legacy SCPC connection, each link must be engineered to accommodate the busy hour traffic of the access BTS.
● Satellite transmission however, is very bandwidth sensitive since every kHz of satellite bandwidth must be leased and incurs an additional cost.
● Legacy SCPC provides a “brute force” method of solving Abis backhaul by throwing expensive bandwidth at the connectivity requirement.
iDirect’s IP solution represents a natural evolution that will lead to significant bandwidth reductions,
and therefore cost savings.
iDirect’s IP solution represents a natural evolution that will lead to significant bandwidth reductions,
and therefore cost savings.
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Integrated Wireless MANIntegrated Wireless MAN
IP Router
iDirectiNFINITY Hub
Internet Central Central HubHub
Teleport’s RF Chain
Earth Station Earth Station at the Center at the Center of Each Venueof Each Venue
iNFINITIVSAT
Wi-Fi Access Point
NMS/OSS/BSSServer
OSSController
Wi-Fi Access Point
Laptop withBuilt-in Wi-Fi
Laptop withBuilt-in Wi-Fi
Laptop withBuilt-in Wi-Fi
iDirect CAS
Load Balancer
Edge Routerat Teleport
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The iDirect iNFINITI Product Family
The iDirect iNFINITI Product Family
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iDirect Hub ProductsiDirect Hub Products
Private HubPrivate HubPrivate HubPrivate Hub
Solution for an Enterprise
Full Featured TDMA HubSingle OB/IB Hub
Support for Star w/single Inroute 6.0.8
Mesh w/Single Inroute in 7.0
Star w/dual Inroutesin 7.1
VNOVNOVNOVNO
Virtual Network Operator
A Non-Facilities Based
Satellite Services Provider
That Desires toOperate Their Own
Networks
Hub ChassisHub ChassisHub ChassisHub Chassis
Solution for a Teleport
Full Featured MF-TDMA Hub
Extremely Flexible and Scalable Hub
Support for Star, Mesh, SCPC Topologies
1IF and 5IF Models
Mini HubMini HubMini HubMini Hub
Solution for anSmall Enterprise
Full Featured TDMA HubSingle OB/IB Hub
Limited to 15 or 30 Remote Sites
Support for Star and Mesh Topologies
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Typical Teleport ConfigurationTypical Teleport Configuration
Router
ProtocolProcessors
NMS Server &
Spare
iDirect EquipmentiDirect Equipment
NMS GUI(Configuration & Monitoring)
Internet/Backbone
5IF Hub Chassis
Redundant Architecture
CorporateVPN
Private Network
RF
RF
iCAS Compression
Server
WiFi/OSS/BSSServer
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iNFINITI Hub ChassisiNFINITI Hub Chassis
Compact, 20 Slot, 10U, 19” Rack Mountable *
Scalable – Grow As You Need
Flexible● Multiple Multi-inroute Networks Within the Same Chassis *
● Multiple RF Outputs – Up to 5 Different Satellites From One Chassis
M:N Universal Line Card Redundancy Automatic Failover
N:1 Power and Fan Redundancy
iNFINITI 5IF HubiNFINITI 5IF Hub
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2
3
4
5
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Hub Chassis – Slot GroupsHub Chassis – Slot Groups
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Slot Group 1Slot Group 1 Slot Group 2Slot Group 2 Slot Group 3Slot Group 3 Slot Group 4Slot Group 4 Slot Group 5Slot Group 5
• Up to 5 Multi-inroute networks per chassisUp to 5 Multi-inroute networks per chassis• Each Group uses timing on the backplaneEach Group uses timing on the backplane• Groups can be combined to increase multi-inroutesGroups can be combined to increase multi-inroutes• A Single outroute-inroute network can take any slot as it does not use timing on the backplaneA Single outroute-inroute network can take any slot as it does not use timing on the backplane
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Hub Slot Groups – Configuration ExampleHub Slot Groups – Configuration Example
Network 4
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Slot Group 1Slot Group 1 Slot Group 2Slot Group 2 Slot Group 3Slot Group 3 Slot Group 4Slot Group 4 Slot Group 5Slot Group 5
• Slot Groups 1, 2, and 3 are Jumpered on the Backplane to share timingSlot Groups 1, 2, and 3 are Jumpered on the Backplane to share timing• Network 1 has one outroute and 11 inroutes (or some spares ex, 10 inroutes and one spare)Network 1 has one outroute and 11 inroutes (or some spares ex, 10 inroutes and one spare)• Network 2 has one outroute and one inroute (does not use timing on the backplane)Network 2 has one outroute and one inroute (does not use timing on the backplane)• Network 3 has one outroute and 3 inroutes (one Spare)Network 3 has one outroute and 3 inroutes (one Spare)• Network 4 has one outroute and 3 inroutesNetwork 4 has one outroute and 3 inroutes
Network 1 Network 3 Network 4Network 2 Available Slot
Upstream (inroute)
Downstream (Outroute)
Network 3Network 2Network 1
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iNFINITI Line CardsiNFINITI Line Cards
Same cards for any band (Ku, C, Extended C, Ka)
1:1 or N:1 Redundancy (with M1D1)
Hot Swappable
Allows an Operator to scale services as needed
● Granularity 1Kbps● Up to 18.2Mbps TDM downstream and
4.2Mbps TDMA upstream; 8.4Mbps TDMA upstream with iDS 8.0
● Up to 18.2Mbps TDM downstream for SCPC operation
Line Card Models● Minimum speeds:
Outbound 128Kbps Inbound 64Kbps
● M1D1: One Modulator and Demodulator
Up to 18Mbps on the outbound Up to 4.2Mbps on the inbound
with .793 FEC and 2.9Mbps with .66 FEC
● M0D1: One Demodulator Up to 4.2Mbps on the inbound
with .793 FEC and 2.9Mbps with .66 FEC
● M0D1-NB : One Demodulator Up to 242Kbps on the inbound
with .793 FEC and 196Kbps with .66 FEC
● M1D1-SCPC: SCPC Service – available iDS 7.0
Support for 128Kbps to 18Mbps
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iNFINITI Private HubiNFINITI Private Hub
Ideal for corporations that need private network
iNFINITI Private Hub supports TDM/TDMA Star Network and Multi-star network with all iDirect features
iNFINITI Mesh Private Hub supports Star/Mesh operation with all iDirect features
Provides one downstream/upstream network Capability
Supports standard outdoor electronics (BUC/LNB)
Completely redundant
Hardware upgrade path to 5IF
Customer HQCustomer HQ
LAN Switch
VoIP
Remote Site Remote Site
iDirectPrivate
Hub
iDirect
Satellite Router
LAN Switch
VoIP
Remote SiteRemote SiteNMS Servers
Protocol Processors
WAN
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iNFINITI Mini HubiNFINITI Mini Hub
15 Users and 30 User Licenses
Ideal for managed small star service
TDM/TDMA star network with all iDirect features
Provides one downstream/upstream network capability
Supports standard outdoor electronics (BUC/LNB)
Optional redundancy
Customer HQCustomer HQ
LAN Switch
VoIP
Remote Site Remote Site
iDirectMini Hub
iDirect
Satellite Router
LAN Switch
VoIP
Remote SiteRemote SiteNMS Server
Protocol Processor
WAN
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iNFINITI Satellite RoutersiNFINITI Satellite Routers
iDirect 7000iDirect 7000iDirect 7000iDirect 7000iDirect 5000iDirect 5000iDirect 5000iDirect 5000
Business Critical Applications for Enterprise
Customers
18 Mbps/8.4* Mbps IP Data Rate
Adaptive ChannelCompression
Application QoSTCP Optimization
8-Port LAN Switch
Mesh Mode (Optional), SCPC Mode,
AES/3DES Link Encryption (Optional)
iDirect 3000iDirect 3000iDirect 3000iDirect 3000
Entry Level - Optimized for Internet Access, Basic
Voice and Video
18 Mbps/4.2 Mbps IP Data Rate
Adaptive ChannelApplication QoS
TCP Optimization
Star Mode Only
Model 3100 – Star Only
Military and Custom Applications
18 Mbps/8.4* Mbps IP Data Rate
PCI Slot
Adaptive ChannelCompression
Application QoSTCP Optimization8-Port LAN Switch
Mesh Mode, SCPC Mode AES/3DES Link
Encryption (Optional)
Model Star Mesh SCPC Security
5100 X X
5150 X X X
5300 X X X5350 X X X X
Model Star Mesh SCPC Security
7300 X X X7350 X X X X
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Feature NetModem 2+ Series 3000 Series 5000 Series 7000 iNFINITI iConnex
Current Remote Functionality CurrentBackw ards
compatible w ith existing Netw orks
Backw ards compatible w ith
existing Netw orks
Backw ards compatible w ith
existing Netw orks
Backw ards compatible w ith existing Netw orks
IP Data Rate: Outbound 9 Mbps 18 Mbps 18 Mbps 18 Mbps 18 Mbps
IP Data Rate: Inbound4.2 Mbps Large block 1.4 Mbps small block
4.2 Mbps 4.2 Mbps
8.4 Mbps in Q4/2006 4.2 Mbps
8.4 Mbps in Q4/20064.2 Mbps
8.4 Mbps in Q4/2006
LAN Ports Single 10/100 Base-T Single 10/100 Base-T8-Port Sw itch and
Single 10/100 Base-T8-Port Sw itch and
Single 10/100 Base-TSingle 10/100 Base-T
Internal Hard Drive No NoOption (On Product
Roadmap)Option (On Product
Roadmap)No
Expansion None None None 1 Standard PCI Slot Option
Encryption Option None Option Option Yes
SCPC Mode ( Ovenized OSC.) Yes No Yes Yes Yes
Star/Mesh Ready No No Option Yes Yes
Adaptive Coding & Modulation No Yes (Q4 2006) Yes (Q4 2006) Yes (Q4 2006) Yes (Q4 2006)
Data Compression No No Yes Yes Yes
Internal Pow er Supply No No No Yes No
48 Volt Option - Supports higher pow er BUCs (up to 10W)
No No No YesOnly w ith iConnex-R
version
Internal Fans No No No Yes No
Ambient Temperature Range 0-50C 0-50° C 0-50° C 0-60° C Customer specif ic
Processor Speed (Mhz) 80 266 533 533 533
SDRAM (MB) 16 64 128 128 128
Flash (MB) 8 16 32 32 32
Rack Mount Optional Kit Required Optional Kit Required Optional Kit Required Yes NA
Rack Mount Space 2U 2U 2U 1U NA
Product Comparison MatrixProduct Comparison Matrix
iDirect Technologies Proprietary and Confidential Rev B8/11/2005
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Building an IP Business with iDirectBuilding an IP Business with iDirect
iDir
ect
5IF
Hub
Chass
is
iDirect's Broadband VSAT Solution Allows One to Scale the Business in a Very Cost-Effective ManneriDirect's Broadband VSAT Solution Allows One to Scale the Business in a Very Cost-Effective Manner
Sp
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Ku-Band Shared Network
Ku-Band Star Ku-Band Star TopologyTopology
Star Connection
Sp
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C-Band Shared Network Star and
Star Mesh
C-Band Star and C-Band Star and Mesh TopologyMesh Topology
Mesh Connection
Sp
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Ku-Band Private
Network on Satellite 3
Private NetworkPrivate Network
SCPC Connection
SCPC RemotesSCPC Remotes
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The iDirect Broadband VSAT SolutionThe iDirect Broadband VSAT Solution
Lower Operating Cost with Single Hub● Up to 5 satellites from same hub
● Up to 20 transponders from same hub
● Up to 20 networks on same hub – VPNs and Private Networks
● Global and hemi-beams, cross-strapping
● More IP bits/Hertz space segment
● Network scalability: From 10s to 1000s remote sites
● Address all Broadband VSAT markets Star Star/Mesh iSCPC
● IP QoS
● Virtual Network Operator
Secure
Mobile
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The iDirect DifferenceThe iDirect Difference
Unparalleled Configuration Flexibility
Access Multiple Satellites from Single Hub
Real Private Networks
Five Function Remote
Most Efficient Use of Transponder Capacity
Turbo Product Codes
Discontiguous Transponder Space Usage
Deterministic TDMA
Enterprise Class IP Application Support
Application QoS
Highest Return Rate
Integrated Security (AES/FIPS)
Real-time Traffic Management (VoIP)
Lowest Total Cost of Ownership
Reduction in space capacity cost (IP
bit/Hertz)
Low Capital Entry Cost
iDirect Proprietary & Confidential
iDirect iNFINITI GlobalNetwork Management
System
iDirect iNFINITI GlobalNetwork Management
System
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iNFINITI Global NMSiNFINITI Global NMS
Industry Leading Global NMS● Industry-first global IP service provisioning and management
Industry-first integrated management of all network topologies● Star, star/mesh, multi-star, iSCPC, mobile
Integrated Features Management● Full control end-to-end of IP and Satcom network layers
Central management and simplicity allows better customer service and support, and lower operations costs● Centrally manages and monitors all satellite routers: Software
updates and configurations
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iNFINITI Global NMSiNFINITI Global NMS
Internet/ Leased
Line/MPLS
iDirectBroadband VSAT Hub
C or Ku-Band Satellite C or Ku-Band Satellite
Thousands of remote sites can be controlled by a single NMS platform
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Internet/ Leased
Line/MPLS
Multiple NMS systems can be managed by a single centrally located system
iNFINITI Global NMSiNFINITI Global NMS
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iNFINITI Global NMS - DetailsiNFINITI Global NMS - Details
Use the same Global NMS for all networks● Global and regional
GUI Enhancements to Ease Management and Monitoring● Specific NMS features geared toward global networks
All Network Elements defined in a single NMS
Single Remote defined in Multiple Networks● All instances together constitute a single “Roaming Remote”
Remote may Freely Roam between Networks● Same or different Protocol Processors● Same or different Teleports● Same or different Satellites/Transponders
Remote’s On-Board Configuration contains All Network Configurations
Global NMS available in iDS Release 7.0
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NMS ArchitectureNMS Architecture
RealtimeNetwork Data
Configuration,Firmware Updates
RemoteNetworks
RemoteNetworks
Monitor
Monitor, ControlAnd Report
Linux Back-End
ConfigDatabase
RealtimeArchive
ServerSuite
ConfigureAnd Control
RemoteUser
iMonitor
NOC Station
iBuilder
NOCStation
iMonitor
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iNFINITI Global NMSiNFINITI Global NMS
Integrated NMS System for IP and Satcom network layers● ALL Features Manageable from NMS
Application QoS, CIR, VLANs, IP
Comprehensive Network Management System● Multiple Access and Authentication
● Configuration, Monitoring, Fault Isolation, Analysis
● Client-Server, 3-Tier Architecture
● Modularity, Flexibility, Simplifies Maintenance
Linux Server Back-End● Performance, Stability, Maturity, Accessibility
SQL Database
● Built-in Database for all Statistics
SNMP Proxy
Linux Back-End
ServerServerSuiteSuite
RealtimeNetwork Data
Configuration,Firmware Updates
iDirect VSAT
Networks
iDirect VSAT
Networks
Monitor,Report
Monitor andControl
ConfigDatabase
RealtimeArchive
ArchiveConsolidation
Control
RemoteUser
iMonitor
NOC Station
iBuilder
NOCStation
iBuilderiMonitor
Linux Back-End
ServerServerSuiteSuite
ServerServerSuiteSuite
RealtimeNetwork Data
Configuration,Firmware Updates
iDirect VSAT
Networks
iDirect VSAT
Networks
Monitor,Report
Monitor andControl
ConfigDatabase
RealtimeArchive
ArchiveConsolidation
ArchiveConsolidation
Control
RemoteUser
iMonitor
RemoteUser
iMonitor
NOC Station
iBuilder
NOC Station
iBuilder
NOCStation
iBuilderiMonitor
NOCStation
iBuilderiMonitor
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iBuilder Screen ShotsiBuilder Screen Shots
Major Network ComponentsAccessed Through Tree View
Template Based Configurations
Intuitive & Information RichData Entry Forms
44iDirect Proprietary & Confidential
iMonitor Screen ShotsiMonitor Screen Shots
IP Activity by Protocol
Historical Data
Inroute Slot Allocation Before/After Rate Shaping
45iDirect Proprietary & Confidential
iCNM iDirect Customer Network MonitoriCNM iDirect Customer Network Monitor
iDirect Proprietary & Confidential
iDirect iNFINITI: Addressing Satellite Network
Challenges
iDirect iNFINITI: Addressing Satellite Network
Challenges
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iDirect iNFINITI: Addressing Satellite Network ChallengesiDirect iNFINITI: Addressing Satellite Network Challenges
Satellite network bandwidth (space segment) is limited and costly
Satellite network latency - round trip delay of 480-520msec
Eavesdropping
Managing Bandwidth
Managing Delay
Encryption
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iDirect iNFINITI: Optimizing the Broadband VSAT NetworkiDirect iNFINITI: Optimizing the Broadband VSAT Network
Managing Bandwidth● Application QoS
Application QoS ensures bandwidth guarantees to mission-critical application, thus allowing sizing the network appropriately.
Classification, Prioritization, Queuing
● Network QoS Prioritize real-time traffic over
non-real-time traffic within an inroute group (D-TDMA)
Frequency Hopping MF-TDMA
● Data compression Lossless compression Lossy compression cRTP
● IP bits/Hertz efficiency
Managing Delay● TCP Acceleration
● Mesh connectivity
Encryption of Satellite Link
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iDirect iNFINITI: Optimizing the Broadband VSAT NetworkiDirect iNFINITI: Optimizing the Broadband VSAT Network
Managing Bandwidth● Application QoS
Application QoS ensures bandwidth guarantees to mission-critical application, thus allowing sizing the network appropriately.
Classification, Prioritization, Queuing
● Network QoS Prioritize real-time traffic over
non-real-time traffic within an inroute group (D-TDMA)
Frequency Hopping MF-TDMA
● Data compression Lossless compression Lossy compression cRTP
● IP bits/Hertz efficiency
Managing Delay● TCP Acceleration
● Mesh connectivity
Encryption of Satellite Link
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Remote Site ConfigurationRemote Site Configuration
• Satellite ModemSatellite Modem
• IP RouterIP Router
• Application QoSApplication QoS
• TCP AcceleratorTCP Accelerator
• EncryptionEncryption
• Satellite ModemSatellite Modem
• IP RouterIP Router
• Application QoSApplication QoS
• TCP AcceleratorTCP Accelerator
• EncryptionEncryption
VSAT Antenna
L-BandIFL
iNFINITI Satellite Router
10/100Ethernet
10/100MbpsEthernet Switch
Users
PCs
VoIPPhones
Remote LANRemote LAN
Remote TerminalRemote Terminal
Video
NetworkOperator
Simple Deployment…Simple Deployment…
• Integrated, single box solution
• Standard IP/Ethernet Connection to LAN
• No power needed at VSAT Antenna
• Centrally Managed
Simple Deployment…Simple Deployment…
• Integrated, single box solution
• Standard IP/Ethernet Connection to LAN
• No power needed at VSAT Antenna
• Centrally Managed
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iDirect iNFINITIReal Time Traffic Management iDirect iNFINITIReal Time Traffic Management
Hub
NM-1
OutrouteInroute
1 2 5 75
NM-1
66cRTP reduces overall bandwidth required
QoS identifies, classifies and prioritizes traffic *11
SAR, Fragments and Interleaves to ensure proper dequeuing *22
Feathering of Timeslots minimizes jitter affects *44
CIR (Static or Dynamic, application Triggered) *33
55 Network QoS Ensures proper priority across shared medium *
77QoS, SAR, CIR on the outroute
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iDirect iNFINITI: Optimizing the Broadband VSAT NetworkiDirect iNFINITI: Optimizing the Broadband VSAT Network
Managing Bandwidth● Application QoS
Application QoS ensures bandwidth guarantees to mission-critical application, thus allowing sizing the network appropriately.
Classification, Prioritization, Queuing
● Network QoS Prioritize real-time traffic over
non-real-time traffic within an inroute group (D-TDMA)
Frequency Hopping MF-TDMA
● Data compression Lossless compression Lossy compression cRTP
● IP bits/Hertz efficiency
Managing Delay● TCP Acceleration
● Mesh connectivity
Encryption of Satellite Link
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Multiple Inbounds per OutboundMultiple Inbounds per Outbound
Remotes
TDMDownstream
TDMA Upstream
Remotes Remotes Remotes
Hub
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Frequency Hopping – MF-TDMAFrequency Hopping – MF-TDMA
Group 1 Remotes
TDM Downstream
Fast Hopping MF-TDMA
512 Kbps
512 Kbps
2 Mbps
Group 2 Remotes
2 Mbps
Inroute Group 1 Inroute Group 2
Bandwidth Demand Analysed and Allocated every TDMA frame
“Fast” frequency hopping, on a burst-by-burst basis
Remotes can be configured with Min. CIR, Max. Rate, and Dynamic CIR
Application Triggered Dynamic CIR ensures high bandwidth efficiency
Hub
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Frequency Hopping – MF-TDMAFrequency Hopping – MF-TDMA
TDMA
Time TimeTime Time
Frequency
1-100 101-200 201-300
MF-TDMA
1-300
101
151
151
185
185
Each inroute serves a subset of VSATs Inroute group bandwidth available to all VSATs
1
51
51
85
85
201
251
251
285
285
101
151
185
1
51
85
201
251
285
151
185285
85
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iDirect iNFINITI: Optimizing the Broadband VSAT NetworkiDirect iNFINITI: Optimizing the Broadband VSAT Network
Managing Bandwidth● Application QoS
Application QoS ensures bandwidth guarantees to mission-critical application, thus allowing sizing the network appropriately.
Classification, Prioritization, Queuing
● Network QoS Prioritize real-time traffic over
non-real-time traffic within an inroute group (D-TDMA)
Frequency Hopping MF-TDMA
● Data compression Lossless compression Lossy compression cRTP
● IP bits/Hertz efficiency
Managing Delay● TCP Acceleration
● Mesh connectivity
Encryption of Satellite Link
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Why Compression?Why Compression?
One of the greatest challenges of broadband satellite service is the cost of space capacity on service provider networks. This challenge continues to intensify as more users around the globe utilize satellite as their primary means of Internet access.
Bandwidth costs have a significant impact on the cost structure of satellite service providers. They also have a direct impact on a service provider’s ability to compete effectively in the market.
The key to accomplishing this balance is through the efficient utilization of available bandwidth.
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Lossy versus Lossless CompressionLossy versus Lossless Compression
Lossless and lossy compression are terms that describe whether or not, in the compression of a file, all original data can be recovered when the file is uncompressed.
With lossless compression, every single bit of data that was originally in the file remains after the file is uncompressed. All of the information is completely restored.● TCP Payload Compression
Lossy compression is a form of data reduction. It permanently eliminates unnecessary data in static images coming from the Internet. Lossy compression reduces the resolution of JPEG images coming from the Internet, but it does so in a way that end users cannot detect the differences between compressed and uncompressed images. ● iDirect Compression and Acceleration Server iCAS
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TCP Payload CompressionTCP Payload Compression
The TCP Payload Compression feature provides increased bandwidth for TCP streams on both the upstream and downstream channels in periods of channel congestion. ● Uses zlib, an open source compression library
● When turned on, compression is activated for both upstream and downstream for the specific remote
● Compression is activated dynamically in times of congestion. If no congestion is present, data passes through the compression layer unchanged
TCP Payload Compression will be available on 5xxx and 7xxx iNFINITI remotes with iDS 7.0
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iDirect iCAS: Lossy JPEG CompressioniDirect iCAS: Lossy JPEG Compression
IP Router
iDirectiNFINITY Hub
Internet Central Central HubHub
Teleport’s RF Chain
Earth Station Earth Station at the Center at the Center of Each Venueof Each Venue
iNFINITIVSAT
Wi-Fi Access Point
NMS/OSS/BSSServer
OSSController
Wi-Fi Access Point
Laptop withBuilt-in Wi-Fi
Laptop withBuilt-in Wi-Fi
Laptop withBuilt-in Wi-Fi
iDirect CAS
Load Balancer
Edge Routerat Teleport
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Compressed Real-Time Protocol (cRTP)Compressed Real-Time Protocol (cRTP)
cRTP can significantly reduce the bandwidth requirements of VoIP flows● RTP-based applications utilize large numbers of small packets
● The 40-byte IP/UDP/RTP header often accounts for a significant fraction of the total packet length.
● cRTP is a standard header compression technique.
Benchmarks● 11.5 Kbps per voice call with G.729 compression
● 8.5 Kbps per voice call with G.723a compression
● Overall VoIP calls using cRTP achieves a 50% savings in bandwidth.
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iDirect iNFINITI: Optimizing the Broadband VSAT NetworkiDirect iNFINITI: Optimizing the Broadband VSAT Network
Managing Bandwidth● Application QoS
Application QoS ensures bandwidth guarantees to mission-critical application, thus allowing sizing the network appropriately.
Classification, Prioritization, Queuing
● Network QoS Prioritize real-time traffic over
non-real-time traffic within an inroute group (D-TDMA)
Frequency Hopping MF-TDMA
● Data compression Lossless compression Lossy compression cRTP
● IP bits/Hertz efficiency
Managing Delay● TCP Acceleration
● Mesh connectivity
Encryption of Satellite Link
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IP bits/Hertz EfficiencyIP bits/Hertz Efficiency
Symbol Rate
Mod
BPSKQPSK8PSKTransmission
RateFEC
Information RateTDM
Overhead
IP Data RateOr
User Data Rate Guard Band
Mhz
Outroute
Symbol Rate
Mod
Transmission Rate
FEC
Information RateTDMA
Overhead
IP Data RateOr
User Data Rate Guard Band
Mhz
Inroute
Throughput Rates: How do they relate?
BPSKQPSK8PSKD-TDMA TPC
TPC 1.2
1.2
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iDirect iNFINITI: Optimizing the Broadband VSAT NetworkiDirect iNFINITI: Optimizing the Broadband VSAT Network
Managing Bandwidth● Application QoS
Application QoS ensures bandwidth guarantees to mission-critical application, thus allowing sizing the network appropriately.
Classification, Prioritization, Queuing
● Network QoS Prioritize real-time traffic over
non-real-time traffic within an inroute group (D-TDMA)
Frequency Hopping MF-TDMA
● Data compression Lossless compression Lossy compression cRTP
● IP bits/Hertz efficiency
Managing Delay● TCP/HTTP Acceleration
● Star/Mesh operation
Encryption of Satellite Link
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TCP AccelerationTCP Acceleration
Impact of Satellite Delay● TCP is “window” driven to prevent receiver saturation
● Uses a “slow start” concept to reduce congestion - therefore takes time to build up to full capacity
● Reacts to network congestion by throttling back if sender detects lost packets
● Will confuse occasional lost packets with congestion - therefore can over react to bit error loses
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TCP/HTTP AccelerationTCP/HTTP Acceleration
Satellite
Router
Hub
www.intelsat.com
CustomerHub/Switch
Satellite Router
User • TCP Acceleration Process
• Maintains TCP Session with Server
• Maintains TCP Session with Remote (Optimized for Satellite Link)
• TCP session setup for HTTP traffic is accelerated
Enhanced TCP Session
TCP Session
QueuesRetransmissionResequencing
TCP Session
Internet
TCP Acceleration in both directions
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iDirect iNFINITI: Optimizing the Broadband VSAT NetworkiDirect iNFINITI: Optimizing the Broadband VSAT Network
Managing Bandwidth● Application QoS
Application QoS ensures bandwidth guarantees to mission-critical application, thus allowing sizing the network appropriately.
Classification, Prioritization, Queuing
● Network QoS Prioritize real-time traffic over
non-real-time traffic within an inroute group (D-TDMA)
Frequency Hopping MF-TDMA
● Data compression Lossless compression Lossy compression cRTP
● IP bits/Hertz efficiency
Managing Delay● TCP/HTTP Acceleration
● Star/Mesh operation
Encryption of Satellite Link
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iDirect Star TopologyiDirect Star Topology
Hub
Remotes
Downstream64K – 18 M
Upstream64K – 4 M
Remotes Remotes Remotes
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Why Mesh?Why Mesh?
Inefficient use of satellite bandwidth● Remote-to-remote traffic requires twice the bandwidth of data
transferred
Significant Latency: >1sec roundtrip● Remote-to-remote traffic requires a double hop over the satellite
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High Level Mesh ArchitectureHigh Level Mesh Architecture
Backbone / Internet
Enterprise HQ
Hub
TDMDownstream
Remote B
MF-TDMA Upstreams
Remote A
Mesh Connection
Star Connection
Star TDM Downstream and Mesh Control
Generally required for Single Hop Voice and Video
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Hub R R R
Star Communications and ControlMesh Control
Remote Terminals withTDMA Transmit (Star/Mesh)
TDM Receive (Star)TDMA Receive (Mesh)
TDMA Carriers for Star Return and Mesh Traffic with MF-TDMA and D-TDMA
TDM Forward Channel
TDMA Mesh ArchitectureTDMA Mesh Architecture
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Mesh System RequirementsMesh System Requirements
Hub must be able to “see” itself – no spot/hemi-beam support
Mesh remote must be able to “see” itself
BUC and antenna are sized to achieve EPEBW at the satellite – for all remotes in Mesh IG● the equal-power-equal-bandwidth point (EPEBW) ensures the
highest possible mesh availability
M1D1 is required as transmit line card
M1D1/M0D1 is required as receive line card
Remote must be iNFINITI 53xx or 73xx
PLL LNB is required at remote
Outroute/inroute must be on the same band and same transponder
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Star/Mesh Network DesignStar/Mesh Network Design
Benefiting from the Star Topology● The hub maintains tight control of transmissions to and from
remotes
● A common network management system is provided through the hub station
● Information transfer is optimized for star topology information networks, such as those maintained by centralized corporations and service/content providers -> the majority of data traffic still takes the star route
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Star/Mesh RF Network DesignStar/Mesh RF Network Design
RF design for mesh operation● With Star topology, the RF design of the return link can be arranged
to minimize dish size and transmit power at the remote VSAT. The resulting weak carrier signals can be received by the larger diameter hub station antenna; VSAT (very small aperture terminal) is the remote Earth station in the star network architecture
● With Mesh design, the VSATs need to be dimensioned appropriately to allow remote-to-remote mesh connectivity
Link Budget Implications ● Generally 25% of standard Star throughput
If Star LBA is 2 Mbps, then Mesh would be about 512 kbps
● Network Design Implications Additional Overhead involved (2 bytes + SAR)
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Sample Link BudgetSample Link Budget
Horizons 1 (127W) – Star and Mesh Ku-band VSAT Sizing - QPSK
Assumptions1. Transponder specific values
SFD -95 dBW/m2 (0 G/T and 0 dB attn)
Attn 10 dB IBO/OBO 6/3 dB BW 36 MHz
2. Availability 99.75% 3. Hub 6.1M in Silver Spring, MD
VSAT Sizing
Forward Link Return Link
Ant (m)
HPA (W)
Trans-ponder Usage
Star Mesh
Max Info
Rate / IP Data (kbps)
Max Info Rate / IP Data
(kbps)
0.793 TPC
0.66 TPC
0.66 TPC
0.793 TPC
1.2
2BW Limited
675/524 150/115 175/150
4 1350/1050 300/230 350/300
1.8
2BW Limited
1550/1220 325/250 400/350
4 3100/2440 650/500 800/700
Hub VSAT
G/T (dB/K) 5 2
EIRP (dBW) 50 47
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Star/Mesh OperationStar/Mesh Operation
Star/Mesh is basically an overlay model, and will be tuned in iDS release 7.0 towards VTC and VoIP (UDP) traffic.
The mesh traffic can be triggered on a service level basis.
For a VoIP call, this means that a remote will send voice signaling (TCP) over a star (remote to hub) topology and RTP/cRTP traffic (UDP) via a direct remote-to-remote meshing.
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Phased Mesh ReleasePhased Mesh Release
Phase 1: Single Carrier Only● Can have multiple SINGLE Carrier Mesh inroutes sharing One OB
● UDP traffic only
Phase 2: MF-TDMA based Multi-Carrier● All Carriers have to be same size, FEC, Modulation
● Support for both UDP and TCP traffic
● Encryption support; TRANSEC over mesh link
Phase 3: MF-TDMA based Multi-Carrier● Different size inroutes
probably sized in multiples of a smallest carrier 256, 512, 768, 1024, etc.
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iDirect Star/Mesh BenefitsiDirect Star/Mesh Benefits
Benefits● Meets most “Mesh” requirements of Star/Mesh● Generally Smaller Antenna’s / ODU’s● MF-TDMA with Adaptive Channels Increase Efficiency● Higher System Efficiency than Full Mesh● Simpler System Management
Adding Capacity is Just Adding another Inroute Do not have to “Touch” every site Centralized Statistics Collection and Availability
Other Star/Mesh characteristics:● Not Full Mesh – We can operate like one, but the efficiency benefits
are with star/mesh operation● Not SCPC Mesh – TDMA star/mesh is more scalable and bandwidth
efficient● General Scalability Issue – Number of concurrent connections
depends on carrier size● All remotes in a mesh inroute must be mesh capable
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Broadband VSAT Network OptimizationBroadband VSAT Network Optimization
Managing Bandwidth● Application QoS
Application QoS ensures bandwidth guarantees to mission-critical application, thus allowing sizing the network appropriately.
Classification, Prioritization, Queuing
● Network QoS Prioritize real-time traffic over
non-real-time traffic within an inroute group (D-TDMA)
Frequency Hopping MF-TDMA
● Data compression Lossless compression Lossy compression cRTP
● IP bits/Hertz efficiency
Managing Delay● TCP Acceleration
● Mesh connectivity
Encryption of Satellite Link
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Remote SiteRemote Site
Headquarters Headquarters LAN/WANLAN/WAN
IP Router
Satellite Router
Hub
IP Router
Internet
SecureVPN
3DESLink
Encryption
Enterprise Security without Affecting PerformanceRetains the Benefits of TCP Acceleration and QoS
AES Link Encryption SecurityAES Link Encryption Security
TCP AccelerationApplication QoS
Remote SiteRemote Site
Satellite Router
Encrypted Line
Unencrypted Line
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Remote SiteRemote Site
iDirect Satellite Router
Hub
Corporate Standard
LinkEncryption
Use Enterprise Specified Security/Encryption Devices
Data Security without Affecting PerformanceRetains the Benefits of TCP Acceleration and QoS
External Encryption ArchitectureExternal Encryption Architecture
Enterprise Specified Secure Link
External Encryption
iDirect NAiDirect NAData AcceleratorApplication QoS
External Encryption
iDirect NAiDirect NAData AcceleratorApplication QoS
HeadquartersHeadquarters
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iDirect iSCPCiDirect iSCPC
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SCPC vs. iSCPCSCPC vs. iSCPC
SCPC● Single Channel per Carrier (SCPC)
One physical modem at each site for each link at that site
● No TDMA overhead TDMA overhead typically takes 20% to 40% of gross kbps after error
correction SCPC overhead typically takes 2.5% of gross kbps after error
correction
iSCPC is like SCPC except…● iSCPC is a term invented by iDirect. It is not standard industry
jargon.
● iSCPC interfaces only with IP. It has no clear channel mode.
● iSCPC includes built-in networking and applications layer software: TCP acceleration for links with long latency Built-in Application QoS IP Router with multiple routing policy alternatives
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iDirect iSCPC FeaturesiDirect iSCPC Features
Data Rate – 64Kbps to 18 Mbps
IP Only
Feature Rich Router● Application QoS/Prioritization (Classed Based Queuing)
● TCP/Web Acceleration
● RIP v2 or Static Routes
● Local DNS Cache
● NAT
● DHCP/DHCP Helper
● cRTP
● AES/3DES Link Encryption (Optional)
GUI Based Management – iSite and iNMS (iDS 7.0)
Same Remote Satellite Router Hardware Platform as Star or Star/Mesh● Reduces Sparing
● Reduces Training Requirement
● Flexibility to use as either TDMA or SCPC (Configuration Change Only)
iDirect iSCPC IDU iDirect iSCPC IDU
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iSCPC Performance LimitsiSCPC Performance Limits
Simplex (Multicast and UDP Only) or Duplex Mode
Can be Symmetric or Asymmetric
QPSK is the Currently Available Modulation (Jan 06)
BPSK (& possibly 8PSK) will be available with iDS 7.0
Various FEC options available – 0.879, 0.793, 0.533, 0.495, 0.431
Tested Performance (5150) as of Release 6.0.9● 1500 Byte Packet Size (UDP)
One Direct Traffic
– 16 Mbps Both Directions Traffic
– 20 Mbps Total● 512 Byte Packet Size (UDP)
One Direct Traffic
– 6 Mbps Both Directions Traffic
– 8 Mbps Total
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iSite iSCPC ConfigurationiSite iSCPC Configuration
Full Configuration Support For:Modem Parameters
IP Configuration (Including VLANs)QoS
Comparing Active/Latest Configuration
Also Supports all Pointing/Commissioning Tools
In iSCPC Mode
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The iDirect Virtual Network Operator
The iDirect Virtual Network Operator
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How can we reduce Cost and Complexity of Service Provisioning?How can we reduce Cost and Complexity of Service Provisioning?
Virtual Network Operator (VNO) model● A VNO is not a virtual operator
● Virtual Network = virtual assets
Ecosystem between Host Network Operator (HNO) and Virtual Network Operator (VNO)
The VNO has full control over
IP Service Provisioning & Delivery
including IP Routing and IP QoS/SLA
without the cost and complexity of
building and maintaining a VSAT
or even a terrestrial IP infrastructure
The VNO has full control over
IP Service Provisioning & Delivery
including IP Routing and IP QoS/SLA
without the cost and complexity of
building and maintaining a VSAT
or even a terrestrial IP infrastructure
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Virtual Network Operator ModelVirtual Network Operator Model
HNO provides / VNO leases:● Space segment
● Hub, teleport and co-location facilities
● Internet access
● Commissioning and network management
HNONMS
IP Appliance
Hub
VNO2VNO NMS
IP Appliance
NMS Client
NMS Client VNO1VNO NMS
IP ApplianceInternet
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Virtual Network Operator Model - BenefitsVirtual Network Operator Model - Benefits
Reduced CAPEX
Reduced network complexity
Increased flexibility
Reduced time to market
Ecosystem between satellite operator (HNO) and service provider (VNO)
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Virtual Network OperatorVirtual Network Operator
Virtual Network OperatorVirtual Network OperatorVirtual Network OperatorVirtual Network Operator
Provides Hub, Teleport & Space Segment
Commissions Remotes
Provisions Services
iNFINITY Broadband VSAT Solution
Service & Support
Host Network OperatorHost Network OperatorHost Network OperatorHost Network Operator
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Virtual Network OperatorVirtual Network Operator
Virtual Network OperatorVirtual Network OperatorVirtual Network OperatorVirtual Network Operator
Provides Hub Chassis & Facilities
Manages RF & Baseband Chain
Provides Space Segment, Co-Lo, Uplink
Connectivity to VNO NMS Clients
Provides Level-1 Technical Support
Gets VNO Package from HNO
● Line Card, VNO Client NMS
● Protocol Processor & NMS Server
Manages Remotes
● Commissioning, Configurations
● IP QOS Settings, IP Routing Issues
iNFINITY Broadband VSAT Solution
Service & Support
Host Network OperatorHost Network OperatorHost Network OperatorHost Network Operator
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iNFINITI-Based Broadband VSAT Service
Architecture
iNFINITI-Based Broadband VSAT Service
Architecture
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Broadband VSAT ServicesBroadband VSAT Services
VPN Services
MPLS Service Extension
Mobile/Maritime Service
Internet Access
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VPN Service:End-to-End VLANs (802.1p/Q)VPN Service:End-to-End VLANs (802.1p/Q)
VLAN 31
VLAN 22
VLAN n
IP over Ethernet
Remote 2
Remote 4
VLAN 22
IP over Ethernet
Remote 3
VLAN 31
VLAN n
VLAN 31
VLAN nRemote 1
10.0.1.0/24
10.0.2.0/24
66.0.2.0/24
66.0.9.0/24
10.0.1.0/24
66.0.1.17/28
IP over Ethernet 66.0.1.0/28
Remote 3
Remote 1Remote 3
Remote 2
Remote 1Remote 3
66.0.1.0/28
66.0.2.0/2466.0.9.0/24
VLAN n
10.0.1.0/24VLAN 22
10.0.1.0/2410.0.2.0/24
VLAN 31
Remote 4 66.0.1.17/28
• Private Networks
• Map to MPLS/ATM/Leased Lines
• Closed User Groups
• Overlapping Private Addressing
• QoS Per VLAN
Hub Router
IP/MPLS
Leased Lines
Internet/VPN
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MPLS Service ExtensionMPLS Service Extension
Extending MPLS VPNs and MPLS QoS
● MPLS VPN to 802.1Q VLAN mapping
● MPLS QoS to 802.1p/DiffServ/ToS
● mapping
• iDirect Network
MPLS MPLS NetworkNetwork
Site A1
Site A2
Site B2
HQ-A
Router with MPLS Connectivity to MPLS Backbone
HQ-B
Site B1PE
VLAN
802.1pDiffServ
TOS
VLAN
802.1pDiffServ
TOS
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Remote SiteRemote Site
Satellite Router
Hub
Corporate Standard
LinkEncryption
Use Enterprise Specified Security/Encryption Devices
Data Security without Affecting PerformanceRetains the Benefits of TCP Acceleration and QoS
VPN Service:External Encryption ArchitectureVPN Service:External Encryption Architecture
Enterprise Specified Secure Link
External Encryption
Network AcceleratorNetwork Acceleratorwith
Application QoS
External Encryption
HeadquartersHeadquarters
Network AcceleratorNetwork Acceleratorwith
Application QoS
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Mobile/Maritime ServiceMobile/Maritime Service
Applications: Moving trucks, ships, SNG
Solution requires a stabilized antenna platform; auto-pointing antenna integration
Lat/Long information provided through GPS
Hub maintains connectivity with remote as it moves ● Timing Offsets, Frame Start Delay, etc.
Automatic beam switch-over, based on● Geographic location
● Beam availability and quality
Backup Teleport/Network
Global NMS
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Internet Access: Integrated Turnkey Wireless MAN Internet Access: Integrated Turnkey Wireless MAN
IP Router
Internet
CompressionServer
Central Central HubHub
OSS/BSSServer
Earth Station Earth Station at the Center at the Center of Each Cityof Each City
Satellite Router+VSAT
Long RangeWi-Fi
AccessPoint
PC
Wi-FiCPE
EthernetOSS/BSSController
BroadbandHub
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iDirect iNFINITI
Broadband VSAT Networks
fulfill the growing demand of
corporations and organizations
for
Broadband IP anywhere
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Real-Time Traffic Management Details
Real-Time Traffic Management Details
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Managing Application QoSManaging Application QoS
Application QoS - Enables real-time classification, and prioritization of data traffic
Traffic classification & prioritization can be performed using● Source and/or Destination IP Address● Source and/or Destination IP Subnet● Source and/or Destination Port Number● Source and/or Destination Port Range● Diffserv and ToS Bits● VLAN ID● Protocol (TCP, UDP, HTTP, ICMP, IGMP)
Configurable Queue Lengths For Each Service Level
A percentage of bandwidth assigned to each service level
Configurable drop policy
Traffic can be rate limited in both directions
LAN TrafficLAN Traffic
Service Queues
Satellite Network
RTTM Slide
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SAR – Segmentation and ReassemblySAR – Segmentation and Reassembly
Dequeue
2345
ij
1RF Out
QoS DistributorVoIP Packets (60 Byte)
FTP Packets (1500 Byte)
DequeueRF Out
QoS Distributor
VoIP Packets (60 Byte)
FTP Packets (1500 Byte)
SAR
56 4444 3333 2222
fghijk abcde
1111
abcdefgh
1ab
The Large FTP Packet will delay voice in a
congested state
1abc
As packets are divided into equal sized
packets, a voice packet has to wait a maximum
of one burst.
d1
Packet Arrival Time
RTTM Slide
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Static CIR & Dynamic CIRStatic CIR & Dynamic CIR
Static CIR Committed to Site even if it is not used
Dynamic CIR Allocated to a remote only when traffic present < 1 sec allocation time Allocation may be triggered by an Application
R1
CIR
Shared Pool
Bandwidth Allocated to R1 even if there is no traffic at Remote
R1
Shared Pool
R1
Shared Pool
Data Traffic
Bandwidth Allocated to R1 in best effort manner
R1
Shared Pool
CIR
CIR Bandwidth Allocated to R1 since Application Triggered Dynamic CIR
Voice TrafficRTTM Slide
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2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 7512 13 14
R1
1
Frame 1 Frame 2 Frame 3
VoIP Packets VoIP Packets VoIP Packets
Delay
Frame 1 Frame 2 Frame 3
VoIP Packets VoIP Packets VoIP Packets
Delay
Delay
Significant variation in delay causes jitter.
Minimal variation in delay significantly reduces jitter.
Bandwidth allocated to R1
Timeslot Feathering AllocationTimeslot Feathering Allocation
RTTM Slide
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Network QoSNetwork QoS
Network QoS● Prioritize real-time traffic over non-real-time traffic across shared
satellite bandwidth
● Allocate traffic demand for each remote appropriately
rtrt - Real-time Traffic (e.g. VoIP) - Real-time Traffic (e.g. VoIP)nrtnrt - Non-Real-time Traffic (e.g. FTP) - Non-Real-time Traffic (e.g. FTP)
Network
Inroute 1 Inroute 2 Inroute 3 Inroute 4
rt nrt rt nrt rt nrt rt nrtPrioritization
Prevents non real time traffic from one remote impactingReal Time Traffic on a different and unrelated remote
RTTM Slide
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Broadband VSAT NetworksBroadband VSAT Networks
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Broadband VSAT Networks:IP ConvergenceBroadband VSAT Networks:IP Convergence
IP is dominant Protocol
Data is the dominant application
Internet traffic continues growth at a fast pace
Network Convergence for data, voice, video● CAPEX savings: Single platform for all network services
● OPEX savings: Simplified network operation, management and maintenance
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Broadband VSAT Networks:Satellite vs. TerrestrialBroadband VSAT Networks:Satellite vs. Terrestrial
Pro Satellite● Geographical coverage unsurpassed
Can access any remote location Uniform service characteristics
● Extremely reliable (>99.9% up time)
● Extremely reliable data broadcast or multicast
● Single vendor typically
● Easy remote site deployment
● Supports multiple applications Streaming video & audio applications Data applications Voice applications; Voice over IP
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Broadband VSAT Networks:Satellite vs. TerrestrialBroadband VSAT Networks:Satellite vs. Terrestrial
Pro Satellite (cont.)● Ideally suited for point-to-multipoint and large distributed networks
● Capable of asymmetric bandwidth
● A single point of management allows for easier traffic analysis/management
● Operational low Bit Error Rate; typically >10-9
● Capable of simultaneous delivery of data to an unlimited number of remotes
● Independence from typical telephone infrastructure
● Private network capabilities
● Mobile/wireless communication, independent of location
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Broadband VSAT Networks:Satellite vs. TerrestrialBroadband VSAT Networks:Satellite vs. Terrestrial
Contra Satellite● Space segment cost
● Propagation Delay (double hop = 0.5 s)
● Eavesdropping
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Misc. SlidesMisc. Slides
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Competitive Solution vs. iDirectTypical Remote Site ImplementationCompetitive Solution vs. iDirectTypical Remote Site Implementation
VoIP
Server
Desktops
PacketeerPacketeerQoS/Prioritization
MentatMentatTCP Acceleration
CiscoCiscoIP Router
Non-iDirectSatellite Modem
70 Mhz – Ku Up-Converter
70 Mhz – Ku Down-Converter
70 Mhz Ku-Band
Complex, Expensive, Multiple Points of Failure, Difficult to Manage, Support
Simple, Integrated, Full-featured, Cost Effective
Customer Value Slide
Ku-BandL-Band
iDirectiDirectTCP/Web Acceleration
QoS/Prioritization3DES Encryption
IP RouterSatellite Modem
Up-Converter
LNB
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iDS SoftwareiDS Software
IP Routing Software● RIPv2● Static Routes
Performance Enhancement● TCP Acceleration, HTTP Acceleration, RTTM
Feature Set
IP Features● DNS Caching● DHCP and DHCP Helper● NAT (PAT)
Quality of Service and Filtering ● System QoS - Rate Limits, CIR (Dynamic &
Static), Minimum CIR
● Application QoS - Class Based Weight Fair Queuing
● Filters – Access Control Lists
IP Routing Software● RIPv2● Static Routes
Performance Enhancement● TCP Acceleration, HTTP Acceleration, RTTM
Feature Set
IP Features● DNS Caching● DHCP and DHCP Helper● NAT (PAT)
Quality of Service and Filtering ● System QoS - Rate Limits, CIR (Dynamic &
Static), Minimum CIR
● Application QoS - Class Based Weight Fair Queuing
● Filters – Access Control Lists
Layer 2 Features● 802.1q VLANs● 802.1p Priority Bits● MTU Auto-discovery Integrated with TCP
Acceleration
Security● 3DES Encryption (Optional)● FIPS Certified Version (Optional)● Hub Authentication
Satcom● Mobile Mode● Turbo Product Codes FEC● L-Band (Ku/C/Ka)● Interface to Integrate with Auto-pointing
Antenna’s● TVRO Port● Automatic Uplink Power Control● TDMA, Mesh and SCPC
Management● Centralized Management● Over the air upgrades● Configuration Backup
Layer 2 Features● 802.1q VLANs● 802.1p Priority Bits● MTU Auto-discovery Integrated with TCP
Acceleration
Security● 3DES Encryption (Optional)● FIPS Certified Version (Optional)● Hub Authentication
Satcom● Mobile Mode● Turbo Product Codes FEC● L-Band (Ku/C/Ka)● Interface to Integrate with Auto-pointing
Antenna’s● TVRO Port● Automatic Uplink Power Control● TDMA, Mesh and SCPC
Management● Centralized Management● Over the air upgrades● Configuration Backup
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iDirect TPC vs. RSV Downstream BER PerformanceiDirect TPC vs. RSV Downstream BER Performance
1.E-12
1.E-11
1.E-10
1.E-09
1.E-08
1.E-07
1.E-06
1.E-05
1.E-04
1.E-03
1.E-02
1.E-01
1.E+00
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Eb/No
BE
R
Standard Network Operating Range
ShannonLimit
ShannonLimit
Other RSVOther RSVOther RSVOther RSV
iDirectiDirectiDirectiDirect
RSV requires 1.5 dBincremental power to provide the same level of service.
At 5dBEb/No
1/100 bits lost
1/100,000,000 bits lost
iDirectiDirectiDirectiDirect
Other RSVOther RSVOther RSVOther RSV
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Typical DVB Implementation (1 network) Vs.iDirect IP Implementation (Up to 20 Networks) Typical DVB Implementation (1 network) Vs.iDirect IP Implementation (Up to 20 Networks)
QoS/Prioritization
Satellite Modem
DVB Encapsulator
Real Time NMS
Non-Real Time NMS
Net Enforcer Server
Demodulators
Router
Up/Down Converter
Modulator
LAN Switches
iDirect Hubw/Universal Line Cards
NMS ServerProtocol ProcessorLAN Switch
Typical DVB Hub Typical iDirect Hub
Demodulators
iDirect Hub Slide
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Configuration FlexibilityConfiguration Flexibility
Hub
Router
Small Remote Site512 kbps / 128 Kbps
1 Mbps / 256 Kbps
2 Mbps / 512 KbpsWith 32 kbps CIR
Router
Medium Remote Site
Router
Large Remote Site• Each remote can be configured with Each remote can be configured with
a different bandwidtha different bandwidth
• Per remote bandwidth increase Per remote bandwidth increase
through configurationthrough configuration
• Configure CIRs, Minimum and Configure CIRs, Minimum and
Maximum RatesMaximum Rates
• MF-TDMA provides efficient MF-TDMA provides efficient
Bandwidth usageBandwidth usage
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