This unit targets mainly operators without own copper infrastructure. Its compact size with all connections at the frontside implies a minimal space. This may strongly reduce the cost for renting space in the Central Offi ce. It is possible to use variable bit rates to extend the reach of the transmission over longer distances.

Data is delivered to the backbone network on G.703/G.704 interfaces on which both transparent and fractional operation is supported. In case of service delivery at speeds lower than 2 Mbps, grooming (concentration) of different users on a single E1 circuit can be provided. The specifi c 2300 concentrator model incorporating remote powering can be used to power network termination equipment, like specifi c versions of the Crocus SHDSL family. The 2300 Router Series is part of the family of TDRE compliant products (Total Dynamic Routing Engine).

For management purposes the concentrator features a 10/100 Base-T connection, a local console interface, and a G.703/G.704 interface. The 2300 SHDSL Series includes a management concentration and proxy function. This allows complete management (including over an IP network) of all connected remote modems.

At the local level it is possible to manage the equipment over a management console interface by means of a PC maintenance tool (TMA), a command line interface or a menu driven interface. On IP level the equipment supports Telnet, SNMP, HTTP or TFTP/FTP. In this way it is possible to integrate the unit in any existing network management environment.

Alternatively the unit and its remote modems can be managed by the TMA Element Management application.

Typical applications in a carrier environment include the provisioning of high-quality data services like leased lines or Frame Relay and the concentration of multiple circuits interconnecting base-stations of a mobile operator. Enterprises or organisations with own copper infrastructure can use this type of equipment to meet their own communication requirements without having to invest in a new transmission infrastructure.