Ericsson announces 3G cdma2000 Mobile Switching Center

Ericsson announces 3G cdma2000 Mobile Switching Center Ericsson today announced the 3G cdma2000tm Mobile Switching Center (MSC). Built on Ericsson's latest global AXE platform, the MSC will provide superior capacity and scalability in an exceptionally small package. "By leveraging Ericsson's global platform technologies we are able to quickly bring highly competitive products to the market," said Åke Persson, president of Ericsson CDMA Systems. "The MSC for cdma2000 is yet another example of Ericsson's technology leadership in switching platforms." One of the strengths of the cdma2000 MSC is the fact that it incorporates the Ericsson AXE platform used across all Ericsson mobile networks. With more than 13,000 AXEs in operation worldwide, and more than 2000 operating in mobile networks, the introduction of this MSC based on the advanced AXE810 platform further solidifies Ericsson's market leadership in mobile switching. High processing and switching capacity coupled with a remarkably small footprint will ensure cost-effective operation of the core network. Costs for power and cooling, spares handling and housing are drastically reduced due to the compact size and the incorporation of common hardware components that are easily configured with software. Also, the scalability inherent to the platform makes it an excellent choice for networks of all sizes as operators phase their approach to build out of cdma2000 networks. Operators that have AXEs deployed in their cdmaOne networks will be able to seamlessly evolve them to cdma2000 with a software upgrade only. The MSC's high capacity and scalability combine to give the operator a strong foundation for providing advanced revenue-generating services. Circuit-switched and high-speed packet-based services, WAP and Unified Messaging are examples of services seamlessly integrated with the cdma2000 MSC. As with Ericsson's recently announced cdma2000 Radio Access Network, the MSC has been designed with the flexibility to seamlessly evolve along with cdma2000 technology. As new 1xEVDO and 1xEVDV phases of cdma2000 are introduced only a software upgrade will be required for the MSC to work with other elements of Ericsson's total cdma2000 solution. The MSC also supports ANSI-41E and the open A interface defined in IOS version 4. "Ericsson is highly committed to products and services that protect operator investments," continued Persson. "Open interfaces and forward- looking design ensure that the cdma2000 products of today will be easily upgraded in line with the rapid evolution of this highly flexible technology." Ericsson is the leading communications supplier, combining innovation in mobility and Internet in creating the new era of mobile Internet. Ericsson provides total solutions covering everything from systems and applications to mobile phones and other communications tools. With more than 100,000 employees in 140 countries, Ericsson simplifies communications for customers all over the world. Read more at http://www.ericsson.com/press FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT Charlotte Rubin, Public Relations Manager Ericsson Business Unit CDMA Systems Phone: +1 858 332 6589; E-mail: charlotte.rubin@ericsson.com Kathy Egan, Vice President, Communication, Ericsson Inc. Phone: +1 212 685 4030; E-mail: kathy.egan@ericsson.com About cdma2000 By enabling the mobile Internet with an industry leading cdma2000 solution Ericsson opens up new markets and revenue opportunities for operators. cdmaOnetm is one of the fastest growing wireless technologies in the world, currently serving more than 71 million subscribers. Developed by the industry's premier CDMA experts, Ericsson's CDMA solutions offer operators unique performance advantages and smooth evolution to 3G by leveraging the full strength of Ericsson's expertise in wireless, IP/datacom and Mobile Internet technologies. cdma2000 1xEV will improve data rates within 1.25 MHz of spectrum. The first phase, 1xEV DO, will support data rates in excess of 2 Mbps for an efficient, best effort approach for data delivery. Phase 2 - 1xEV DV- focuses on real-time voice and data capabilities and performance enhancements. Ericsson is participating actively in defining the standards for 1xEV. cdmaOne is a trademark of the CDMA Development Group. cdma2000 is a trademark of the Telecommunications Industry Association.