Name: Passport DS3A Function Processor (FP) Interface
Brand: Nortel
Price: 91.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Nortel NTFP181A Passport DS3A Function Processor (FP) Interface

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In Stock: 1
Manufacturer: Nortel
Model or Part: NTFP181A
Condition: Refurbished
Weight: 22.00lb

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Description

Overview

The Nortel NTFP181A Passport DS3A Function Processor (FP) Interface is a high performance module designed to extend the capabilities of the Passport series of routers. It provides a reliable, low-latency interface for DS3A (Digital Signal 3) connections, enabling seamless integration of voice, data, and video services across a wide range of network environments. Built to Nortel's rigorous standards, this FP interface delivers robust signal processing, flexible configuration options, and easy installation, making it an ideal choice for service providers and enterprise networks seeking to maximize bandwidth utilization and service quality.

Key Features

Supports full duplex DS3A transmission with transparent payload handling
Integrated clock recovery and jitter reduction for high quality signal integrity
Plug-in design for rapid deployment and minimal downtime
Compatibility with all Passport router platforms that accept FP modules
Comprehensive management through standard Nortel CLI and SNMP interfaces
Low power consumption and compact form factor for space constrained racks

Technical Specifications

Interface type: DS3A (44.736 Mbps)
Connector: BNC or RJ48C (depending on configuration)
Operating temperature: 0 to 55 degrees Celsius
Power supply: 48 V DC from host router
Dimensions: 1U rack height, 17.5 inches width
Supported protocols: T1/E1 framing, SONET/SDH mapping, PCM, and proprietary Nortel payloads
Management: CLI, SNMP v1/v2c, RMON

Applications

Carrier grade voice over IP (VoIP) gateways and PSTN interconnects
Enterprise WAN aggregation for high speed data and video streams
Backup and disaster recovery links that require reliable DS3A transport
Service provider edge routing where multiple DS3A circuits are terminated
Network monitoring and performance testing environments that need precise timing and low jitter

By incorporating the Nortel NTFP181A FP interface, organizations can achieve higher throughput, improved reliability, and greater flexibility in designing and scaling their communications infrastructure.