Alcatel 90-0078-01 General Facilities Card

Overview
The Alcatel General Facilities Card (part number 90-0078-01) is a versatile, high-density interface module designed to extend the functionality of Alcatel telecom platforms. It provides reliable connectivity for a range of auxiliary equipment, allowing service providers to consolidate multiple facility functions into a single, compact card. Built to meet rigorous carrier standards, this card delivers consistent performance in both indoor and outdoor installations.

Key Features

• Compact form factor that fits standard Alcatel chassis slots
• Supports multiple interface types including serial, Ethernet and digital I/O
• Hot-swap capability for minimal service interruption
• Built-in diagnostics and LED status indicators for easy troubleshooting
• Low power consumption with efficient thermal design
• Compliance with industry safety and electromagnetic compatibility standards

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: 90-0078-01
• Dimensions: 44 mm height, 100 mm width, 200 mm depth (approx.)
• Operating temperature: 0 to 85 degrees C
• Storage temperature: -40 to 95 degrees C
• Power supply: 12 V DC, 2 A maximum
• Connector types: RJ45, DB9, proprietary digital I/O
• Supported protocols: RS-232, RS-485, Ethernet 10/100 Mbps
• MTBF: 100,000 hours

Applications
The General Facilities Card is ideal for telecom operators, data centre managers and network engineers who need to integrate monitoring, control and signalling functions. Typical uses include:

• Remote alarm and fault detection
• Environmental monitoring of temperature and humidity
• Power management and backup control
• Integration of third-party equipment such as fire suppression systems
• Provision of management interfaces for network management systems

By incorporating the Alcatel General Facilities Card into your infrastructure, you gain a reliable, scalable solution that simplifies system architecture while enhancing operational efficiency.