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- In Stock: 1
- Manufacturer: Nortel
- Model or Part: NTN457BA
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 14.00lb
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Overview
The Nortel NTN457BA, also known as the OPTera Metro 3000 Rear Top I/O module, is a high performance interface card designed for dense metro Ethernet deployments. Engineered for reliability and scalability, this rear mounted I/O solution provides seamless connectivity between the OPTera Metro 3000 chassis and external fiber or copper networks. Its compact form factor and robust construction make it ideal for carrier grade installations where space and uptime are critical.
Key Features
- Supports both 10G Ethernet and 1G Ethernet ports for flexible bandwidth provisioning
- Hot-swap capable for zero-downtime maintenance
- Advanced error detection and correction to ensure data integrity
- Built-in diagnostics and LED status indicators for quick troubleshooting
- Compatible with existing OPTera Metro 3000 chassis and software releases
- Low power consumption with efficient thermal design
Technical Specifications
- Port configuration: 2 x 10G SFP+ and 4 x 1G RJ45
- Connector type: Rear panel, hot-swap cage
- Operating temperature: 0 to 45 deg C (32 to 113 deg F)
- Power draw: Max 15 W per module
- Dimensions: 1U height, standard rack mount
- Compliance: RoHS, FCC Part 15 Class B
Typical Applications
- Metro Ethernet aggregation points
- Carrier backhaul and fronthaul networks
- Enterprise campus interconnects
- Data center edge routing
- Service provider residential gateway extensions
By integrating the Nortel NTN457BA Rear Top I/O module, network operators can expand capacity, simplify cable management, and maintain high availability across their metro transport infrastructure.