The Interface Unit creates an intelligent Ethernet management platform with ADC KRONE's Ethernet Network Interface Unit (ENIU). Installed at the remote premises, the ENIU provides the demarcation point between the customer and carrier network.

By providing the ability to demarcate the network at the customer interface, the ENIU enables the carrier to remotely assess whether trouble conditions reside within the carrier or customer network.

Features

• Supports in-band remote signal loopback for troubleshooting and testing as well as remote failure indications and link monitoring for checking service performance
• Features UTP (RJ45) or SFP based optical connections for customer and carrier interface
• Loss of power "cut through" ensures that electrical signal integrity is maintained on RJ45 interfaces if power to the unit is lost
• Configurable to 10Mbps or 100Mbps Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) on carrier and customer demarcation sides
• Bandwidth can be port limited in 1Mb increments
• Includes enclosed carrier-side interfaces with LED performance indicators on the front of the unit
• Fully compliant with IEEE 802.3ah First Mile standards for Operation Administration & Maintenance (OAM)
• Accepts -48Vdc or AC power
• Saves operations time by limiting technician despatch for troubleshooting and turn-up
• Reduces network downtime through proactive network management via remote access for testing and performance monitoring
• Enables quicker service restoration through single end testing of signal
• Easily integrates Ethernet network management into existing operations by mirroring current maintenance practices for DS1/DS3 architectures
• Standards-based solution allows interoperability with switches, routers and test equipment