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23rd July 2004 - Nokia has won a contract with Hotwire
Communications in the United States, to supply its IP
DSLAM platform for broadband connectivity and a triple
play of bundled services, including voice, video and
data over DSL. Deliveries and network implementation
have already begun and are expected to continue through
to 2005.
The deal covers the supply of the Nokia D500 IP DSLAM
(Digital Subscriber Line Access Multiplexer) solution,
which delivers integrated IP functionality unlike any
other IP DSLAM in the broadband industry. The Nokia
solution, including related support services, brings
unrivalled benefits for operators, for not only fast
Internet services, but is also ideal for bringing multimedia
service delivering capacity including voice and video.
It will also include ADSL2+ features for enhanced bandwidth.
Hotwire Communications is a privately held BLEC (Building
Local Exchange Carrier) based in Philadelphia, PA, serving
the Philadelphia, New York, DC and New Jersey regions.
The company specializes in providing DSL, cable and
voice services for multiple apartment complexes.
"We at Hotwire realize that every customer is unique
and has distinct needs. Hence, we chose the Nokia solution
for its multicasting and ADSL 2+ features and the flexibility
to migrate to IP-based services, while providing the
customization that makes sense for our customers. Our
current service packages have proven very successful
and we hope to add new features for our growing marketplace,"
says Jim Slattery, Hotwire Communications
"This deal, with an innovative company such as
Hotwire, underlines the strengths and flexibility of
the Nokia D500 IP DSLAM. It is an ideal platform, deployed
with other operators globally, who are looking to make
the most out of triple play and other new services,
such as interactive gaming and video streaming,"
says Tapio Sulkava, Head of Global Sales and Marketing,
Broadband Systems, Networks, Nokia.
As one of the broadband industry's leading vendors,
Nokia has a renowned track record in broadband and narrowband
products. Nokia works together with best-in-class companies
to enable broadband services for more than 50 customers
across the globe, covering the European, Asia-Pacific,
China, and the North and South American markets.
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