Pacnet expands Asia network 
ConvergenceAsia staff
05/05/2009

Independent telecommunications service provider Pacnet has completed the first phase of a comprehensive rollout of new upgraded capacity using Xtera's NXT submarine line terminals, in its EAC-C2C cable network connecting Japan, Korea, China, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Taiwan and Singapore.

The addition of network infrastructure provider Xtera's new 10 Gbit/s channel system adds both capacity and resilience to one of Asia's most robust and well-connected subsea cable networks. This is the initial step in a number of phases designed to enhance the network and continue to grow Pacnet's customer base.

Pacnet's deployment uses Xtera's NXT Submarine Line Terminal Equipment (SLTE), an advanced system that provides DWDM transmission on long-span submarine cable systems and offers the highest possible upgrade capacity. In addition, seamlessly upgrading a live, traffic carrying system required logistics in seven different countries and the flexibility to accommodate evolving customer service requirements including provisioning an additional link in parallel with the main deployment.

Said Bill Barney, CEO of Pacnet, "Our customers' traffic is our highest priority and we have been able to make this significant network upgrade without any service disruption. Xtera has been a true partner from system start to full operation. We look forward to further growth on our flagship EAC-C2C network, and to increasing our services to support the continuing demand for capacity expansion from our customers."

The NXT system is highly optimised for operation in the submarine environment, with advanced monitoring capabilities that support rapid system response to faults, low power consumption, high reliability sealed clam-shell circuit packs, and NEBS Zone 4 earthquake compliance. The NXT supports 20 Gbit/s DPSK (Differential Phase Shift Keying) which greatly increases capacity in existing fibre, while being completely compatible with the existing terminal architecture.

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