Maxis deploys 100G network solution

Maxis Bhd, with Alcatel-Lucent as a strategic supplier, has undertaken a major transformation of Maxis' core transmission network.

Maxis' optical backbone network is the first 100 gigabit per second (100G) single carrier with optical coherent network solution commercially deployed in the Asia Pacific.

By deploying Alcatel-Lucent’s 100 gigabit per second (100G) optical coherent network solution, Maxis is able to cope with increased data traffic, simplify its network, and reduce costs while providing higher efficiency and robustness.

In a joint statement today, Maxis’ Chief Technology Officer, Mark Dioguardi said:"Maxis remains committed to providing our customers with the best in network experience."

The statement also said by leveraging on Alcatel-Lucent’s 100G optical coherent network solution, Maxis will be able to address the growing bandwidth requirements and data usage driven by smartphones, tablets, modems and fiber-to-the-premises services.--Bernama