Metro Ethernet
Brocade Metro Ethernet solutions offer flexibility for service providers that want technology choice as they design their networks. From simple Layer 2 to advanced MPLS capabilities, Brocade products enable the creation of high-capacity Metro Ethernet networks that can support voice, video, and data services.

Because all Brocade Carrier Ethernet products are MEF 9, MEF 14, and MEF 21 certified, providers can offer standardized servicessuch as E-LINE, E-LAN, and E-TREE. In addition, advanced Layer 2 resiliency features—such as IEEE 802.1w, Metro Ring Protocol (MRP), Ethernet Ring Protection Switching (G.8032), and Virtual Switch Redundancy Protocol (VSRP)—enable providers to design an always-on network, thus maximizing the customer experience.

Brocade offerings for Metro Ethernet deployments include the compact Brocade NetIron CES 2000 Series and the Brocade MLX Series of routers. The NetIron CES 2000 Series features advanced Layer 2 technologies for the metro rings while the high-capacity Brocade MLX Series aggregates multiple metro rings. In, addition these Brocade products support advanced MPLS capabilities that offer providers the flexibility to design an advanced routed Metro Ethernet architecture that can meet future scalability demands.

Transit/Wholesale
Leading-edge services such as High-Definition (HD) video streaming, cloud services, and mobile broadband have significantly altered network traffic behavior. Instead of localized flows with occasional bursts, traffic flows are more collaborative over geographical distances, and the traffic flows last longer.

These new traffic patterns not only consume enormous amounts of network capacity, but also deflate the revenue per bit. Brocade high end routers such as the Brocade MLX Series and the NetIron XMR Series provide massive routing capacity and industry-leading wire-speed 10 and 100 GbE port densities—enabling the right mix of scalability and economic value for some of the world's largest transit and wholesale IP networks.

Broadband to Business
As today's organizations become increasingly global and build remote offices, the ability to share information becomes even more critical. The ability to offer high-speed connectivity services for these highly distributed enterprises is essential for service provider profitability.

With Brocade Carrier Ethernet routers, service providers can offer high-bandwidth Ethernet connectivity with fast downloads and uploads, along with distributed enterprise connectivity services through a transparent service such as Layer 2 Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). They can provide even more control through Layer 3 VPN services.

All Brocade routers, including the compact NetIron CER 2000 Series and the modular Brocade MLX Series and NetIron XMR Series support advanced QoS mechanisms that enable providers to offer a range of time-critical to best-effort services, thereby maximizing their revenue opportunities.

• Best Practices Guides

  • OAM Best Practices in Mission-Critical MPLS, IP, and Carrier Ethernet Networks (732.1 KB)

• Data Sheets

  • Brocade 6910 Ethernet Access Switch (733.1 KB)

  • Brocade MLX Series Routers (1001.8 KB)

  • Brocade NetIron CER 2000 Series (914.3 KB)

  • Brocade NetIron CES 2000 Series (1.1 MB)

  • Brocade NetIron XMR 4000, 8000, 16000, 32000 (1002.6 KB)

  • Brocade Premier And Premier-Plus Support – Service Provider (618.5 KB)

• Solution Guides

  • Multiplay Solution for Independent Operating Companies (202.3 KB)

• Success Stories

  • SpringNet: Metro Provider Captures New Business with Upgraded Network (514.3 KB)

• Technical Briefs

  • Achieving Superior Resiliency and Fast Convergence with Brocade Metro Ring Protocol (MRP) (640.2 KB)

  • Service Provider Voice Over IP (VoIP) (208.4 KB)

• White Papers

  • Leveraging the Benefits of Provider Backbone Bridges (888.7 KB)

  • The Business Case for the Brocade Carrier Ethernet IP Solution in a Metro Network (198.6 KB)

  • What is Carrier Grade Ethernet? (769.6 KB)