Managed Ethernet Converter to Fractional E1 or T1 services

LAN Extension over E1/T1 Services

• LAN extension over Clear-Channel or Fractional (Nx64kbps) E1 or T1 services
• Two RJ45 Ethernet ports, offering local Switched Ethernet connections up 10/100Mbps
• Ethernet Jumbo Frame Support (up to 10kbyte)
• Fully manageable via Serial Terminal (user-friendly context-sensitive menu system), Telnet/SSH, SNMP and Web Browser. TACACS+ for secure Management authentication
• Carrier Ethernet OAM protocol support, for Connectivity Management
• Integrated ‘Bit Error Rate Testing’ (BERT) for WAN link verification and troubleshooting
• 802.1q VLAN support with prioritisation based on 802.1p and/or DSCP markers
• Bandwidth control per Priority queue, for differentiated traffic QoS across the WAN
• RSTP support
• Integral auto-sensing AC (110V-250V) or -48VDC PSUs
• 'Zero-touch' installation with remote proxy management option for ease-of-use
• Link Loss alarm Forwarding
• Optional 1U rack-mounting kit
• 1Gb: 1-port, 4-port , 8-port and 16-port E1 or T1 versions also available

The WCM1101 is a member of the MetroCONNECT family, offering Managed LAN extension over either Clear-Channel or Fractional E1 or T1 Wide Area Networks. The WCM1101 supports two RJ45 LAN interfaces. Over-sized Ethernet frames, of up to 10,000 bytes, are supported.

Ethernet VLANs are supported, either by pass-through of existing Tags or by the Push and Pop of Tags on ingress and egress at Ethernet ports. Pre-embedded prioritisation schemes can be honoured, or alternatively prioritisation can be over-written under Management control. Bandwidth limitation per port and per prioritisation can be implemented, providing a mechanism for differentiated QoS for multiple services. Management is offered via each of; Serial Terminal connection, Telnet, SNMP or Web Browser application. Management security is offered via SSH and TACACS+ authentication. Support is also offered for ‘Carrier Ethernet’ Link OAM Management (IEEE802.3ah), enabling status information to be shared with connected equipment if required.

In line with all other members of the MetroCONNECT Ethernet Service Delivery family, the WCM1101 supports Metrodata’s ‘zero-touch’ installation process, eliminating the need for skilled resources for remote-site installations.

The WCM1101 supports integrated ‘Bit Error Rate Testing’ (BERT), an invaluable aid during both installation and subsequent troubleshooting. This facility enables integrity testing of the WAN link, prior to application of Ethernet traffic, eliminating doubt as to the location of connectivity problems.

Ethernet traffic is encapsulated by the WCM1101, for transmission over an E1 or T1 link, using a number of optional schema, including support for the ITU-T G.7040 standard ‘Generic Framing Procedure’ (GFP). The product can be used for both simple Point-to-Point networks, using two WCM1101 products linked via either terrestrial or wireless (e.g. microwave) WAN services, or as part of a Point-to-MultiPoint topology, using the MetroCONNECT WCM1400, 1800 or 1820 products, the MC12000 Ethernet Service Delivery Chassis, or third-party aggregation platforms.

The WCM1101 is available in a choice of 100-250 VAC or -48 VDC integrated power supplies.

The WCM1101 can easily be rack mounted in either a 1U two unit rack mount kit, a 6U eighteen unit rack mount kit.

The WCM1101 is part of a wide range of Ethernet extension products from Metrodata.