Efficient's integrated access device earns interoperability certification
The SpeedStream 7851 earned certification after meeting or exceeding a wide range of rigorous compatibility tests completed in Jetstream's interoperability laboratory, a facility that duplicates a true customer environment with GR-303 trunks and industry standard switches.
"Earning this certification proves that Efficient Networks is committed to maintaining their leadership position in the VoDSL arena," said Stephen Gleave, Jetstream's vice president of marketing. "By offering seamless interoperability with Jetstream's broadband gateway solutions, Efficient's NG-IAD will facilitate implementation of VoDSL services that support the highest possible quality of service and reliability."
The certification was awarded only after it was demonstrated that Efficient's NG-IAD could meet the most stringent performance requirements of today's VoDSL market--in a real-world environment that was connected through the actual phone network for live testing.
The device passed all tests with flying colors and proved itself capable of fully supporting Jetstream's VoiceBand (tm) message-based signaling protocol. VoiceBand is compliant with Common Channel Signaling, part of the ATM Forum's Broadband Loop Emulation Services (BLES) standard.
"One enabler for the successful deployment of VoDSL technology is real world interperability between central office gateway products and CPE solutions," said Mike Lowe, senior analyst for emerging broadband access at Pioneer Consulting (Boston, Massachusetts). "As a result, the certification of Efficient's NG-IAD by Jetstream is likely to have a very positive impact on the growth rate of this burgeoning market."
"Efficient Networks is committed to delivering the highest quality integrated access products in the marketplace and this certification is proof positive of this strategy," said Todd Tatum, Efficient's senior product manager. "With the SpeedStream 7851 and the Jetstream CPX-1000, service providers can now offer comprehensive end-to-end VoDSL solutions that feature the toll-quality, carrier-class quality of service and reliability, their customers demand-and deserve."
About Efficient Networks
Efficient Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: EFNT) is a leading global provider of broadband Internet access products that employ digital subscriber line (DSL) technology. The company's voice and data access solutions enable high-performance network services for both small to mid-sized businesses and consumers. As part of its complete broadband solution, Efficient also provides network management systems that extend from the core of carriers' networks to the subscribers' desktops.
Efficient works closely with network equipment vendors, incumbent and competitive carriers, and Internet service providers around the world. The company's goal is to accelerate the adoption of broadband networks and services. Efficient Networks is based in Dallas, Texas, with sales and support offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.efficient.com.
About Jetstream Communications
Jetstream Communications Inc. is the leading provider of Voice over Broadband (VoBB) equipment to incumbent and competitive local exchange carriers. The company was named number one in Voice over DSL shipments in Q3 2000 by leading market research firms. Jetstream's patented Voice over Broadband solution, part of the Jetstream Formation(tm) portfolio, has driven the standard for bundled voice and data service delivery over DSL, T1/E1 and Wireless broadband access networks.
Based in San Jose, California, Jetstream is a privately held, venture-backed company led by a seasoned management team consisting of veterans from both the telecommunications and data communications industries. Jetstream's solutions are installed in leading competitive, local and long-distance carriers and Integrated Communications Providers (ICPs) around the world. For more information, see the company web site at www.jetstream.com.