Passive Optical Network Design

- Architectures, Topologies and Products

Teresa Bazzle
J anuary 22, 2014
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Agenda
Todays session
PON Architectures and Topologies
Typical Product Sets
Next week
Design and Cost Considerations
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FTTH Generic Layout
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Splitters
Photonic devices that split downstream
optical signals into multiple outputs and
vice versa
Passive no powering required
FTTx networks use even splits based on
powers of two
1x2, 1x4, 1x8, 1x16, 1x32, 1x64, 1x128
Typically dual window wideband
operation (1260 to 1360 nm and 1480 to
1625 nm)
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Architecture & Topology
Architecture
The logical or theoretical view of the network
How the network is designed, driven by the goals of the business
model and by the choice of network electronics
Location of splitter(s) is key decision
Topology
The physical layout/configuration of the network
Establishes where components are physically located and physical
routes of cables in OSP
Specifies how the architecture is actually implemented in the map
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Architecture Selection
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Architecture Models
Service Provider
Gigabit PON (GPON)
Ethernet PON (EPON)
RFOG
10 Gigabit PON (XG-PON)
Gigabit Ethernet (GEPON)
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Central Switch Homerun (CSH)
1x32 splitters
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Central Switch Homerun
Benefits
Dedicated optical path (provider-to-subscriber)
All splitting at central point
Only splices/connectors in field
Highest bandwidth capacity and adaptability
System administration from one location
Cost Considerations
Additional up-front capital investment
Fiber-rich feeder and distribution system
Central Switch Center (CSC) / Central Office (CO) real estate
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Local Convergence (LC)
1x32 splitters
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Local Convergence
Benefits
Balances network scalability with up-front CAPEX
Ability to transition to point-to-point with feeder upgrade
All splitting at central point
Provides dedicated optical path from LCP to subscribers
Fiber lean feeder and fiber-rich distribution system
Cost Considerations
Requires truck-roll to LCP for splitter connection / management
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Distributed Splitting (DS)
1x4 splitter
1x4 splitter
1x4 splitter
1x8 splitter(s)
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Distributed Splitting
Benefits
Uses fiber-lean feeder and distribution system
Minimal up-front network CAPEX requirements
Cost Considerations
Possible limitations on adaptability and scalability
No single splitter configuration or adaptation point
More complex system administration
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Segmented Splitting (SS)
1x32 splitter
1x32 splitter
1x32 splitter
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Splitter Utilization and Take Rate CSH and LCP
Both architectures use single split ratio in single location
CSH splitters in CO
LCP splitters in convergence point near homes
Potential for very efficient utilization of splitters
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Splitter Utilization and Take Rate Distributed Split
Each NAP splitter uses one splitter output leg from LCP splitter
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Splitter Utilization and Take Rate Segmented Split
1x32 splitters in separate locations along cable path
Feeder fiber can be used in same cable as distribution fiber
Typical FTTx Product Sets
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PON Product Benefits
Support fast installation / deployment of network
Minimize requirements for highly skilled labor and expensive
equipment
Provide opportunities to defer products until needed
Product quality guaranteed by manufacturers
Eliminate power requirements through all-passive network
Reduced maintenance costs through life of plant
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Product Application Areas
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Central Switching Center Products
Modular components provide scalability and growth
Balance between installation skill level, install time and product
cost
Products
Connector Housings / Panels
Splitter Modules (CSH)
Racks
Troughs and J umper Management Panels
Cable Assemblies
Splice Management
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Feeder Cable Products
Ribbon Cable - High density applications
Typically 12-F ribbons
Counts to 864-F
Loose Tube Cables - Mid to low density
applications
Typically 12-F per buffer tube
Counts to 432-F
Cable type selected based on customer
experience and splice equipment
availability
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Local Convergence Point
May be splice point or cross-connect cabinet in CSH architectures
Houses splitters in LC, DS and SS architectures
Connectors provide for easy adds, drops, changes
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Local Convergence Point Products
Cross connect cabinet / SCAPC jumpers
Splice closure / terminal
Splitter cabinet
Splice closure / terminal with splitters
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Distribution Cable Products
Bulk Loose Tube or Ribbon Cable
Pre-terminated cable
Taps pre-installed by factory, utilize multi-fiber connector
Reduces amount of access and splicing in field
Tap placement customized based on unique requirements
Multiports / MSTs connected in field as needed
Allows deferment of drops and multiports / MSTs
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Network Access Point (NAP)
Transition point between distribution cable and drop cables
Typically located in front of or behind homes / businesses
Can be located on pole or strand, in pedestal or in vault
Groups of 4, 6, 8 or 12 drops
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Network Access Point (NAP) Products
Splice closures
Splice terminals
Multiports / MSTs
Taps included in pre-terminated cables
Stored on strand or pole, in vaults or pedestals
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Combining NAP Products
Splice terminals and multiports can be combined
More homes accessed from single cable access point
Example:
Cable access point
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Connecting to the ONT
Outdoor ONT
Direct connection from drop cable
Outdoor drop cable
Indoor ONT
Transition between outdoor and
indoor drops
Outdoor cable / Transition box /
Indoor cable
Indoor / outdoor drop cable
Eliminates transition requirement
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Next webinar session:
Passive Optical Network Design
- Design and Cost Considerations
January 29
th
, 2:00-3:00 pm EST
Teresa Bazzle
Systems Engineer II / Senior Engineer
Corning Cable Systems
828-901-5505
teresa.bazzle@corning.com