Network Planning

And Link Design

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An Efficient and Optimized
Network Lowers Costs
After a network has grown and reached maturity, there
will always be areas which can be improved upon. NEC
has become aware of the value of applying its knowledge
and skills to improving existing networks. By re-planning
an existing microwave link to ensure that the network is
optimized in coverage, sufficient capacity and data
throughput, NEC ensures the maximum satisfaction and
The rate of evolution in networks is faster than ever
quality of service for our customers.

It is crucial for operators to improve network quality and reduce CAPEX and OPEX in the face of
evolving competition. NEC understands the challenges involved in upgrading networks.

Deployed Systems Microwave Planning

Microwave radio systems have been deployed widely due to quick NEC provides microwave network planning and link design service as
deployment, easy installation and disaster resiliency. The figure a part of its professional services portfolio. NEC uses advanced
shown below is an example of a mobile backhaul network in which professional M/W planning tools (i.e. Mentum Ellipse link planning tool
microwave equipment is used for the transport network. and Pathloss link design tool.)

The following functional capabilities are required to support the The tools provide:
microwave backhaul evolution: Complete profile analysis
Carrying multi-service traffic Different propagation models
Maximizing efficiency of bandwidth utilization Accurate link budget
Automated link planning functions
Line Of Site (LOS) analysis
Advanced interference calculation per link or network
Automatic frequency allocation

NEC undertakes the design of its client’s backhaul networks utilizing

NEC, the world’s leading supplier of microwave radio systems, can expert skills and advanced software, in accordance with latest ITU

provide network operators with a future proof network design, network standards. The design is based on NEC’s extensive know how gained

analysis and create a network expansion or optimization plan. from substantial field experience around the globe as the world’s leading
supplier of microwave transmission solutions.

Reasons For Service

Services include:
Site selection and network topology planning
NEC offers professional support services to operators who are
Link budget calculation
considering upgrading their backhaul/backbone network to support
Interference calculation
high-capacity traffic. NEC’s professional services provide a
Effective frequency assignment and planning.
comprehensive investigation of the ways to improve their network.
Capacity and quality objectives
System architecture
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Microwave Planning

Photo: Mentum Ellipse planning tool view Automatic Interference Analysis

Real time LOS analysis made easier with high resolution maps. Automatic channel allocation is possible without the need of manually assigning
frequencies. Projects can be shared by multiple users via database.

Optimization Service

NEC’s optimization service helps operators to identify potential bottlenecks for traffic distribution as well as equipment optimization. Planning
ahead for traffic growth in backhaul networks is critical to both network performance and manageable OPEX. Understanding what’s available in
a customers equipment inventory and how to get the best re-use value from it can make considerable CAPEX savings. Service includes:

Transmission network audit In depth analysis considering future plan with customer
Identify the specification problem areas Define the optimised network
Existing network review (Link performance, interference, etc.) Final report

Network Optimization
Due to recent rapid network deployment to increase coverage and
connectivity, some network areas are becoming increasingly complex
and are facing link performance degradation due to fading, interference,
capacity shortages, etc.

NEC can utilise its long experience to optimize overall network quality,
reliability and streamlining networks by removing bottlenecks.

Network optimization helps, operators to reduce operating cost, improve

network serviceability and consequently increase revenue as well as
subscriber satisfaction.
Impact

Extent & Scope of Optimization

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NMS, DCN design and planning

Due to often hasty network deployment and equipment from multiple vendors, operators may face
difficulties in completing DCN design. By using simple analysis's of DCN traffic models together
with best-fit selection/configuration of required equipment (modem, hybrid, router, etc.) including
multi-vendor environments. NEC is able to provide DCN design service.

NEC also provides support for centralized NMS configuration/design including network topology
and planning.

DCN design support

service provides
Initial DCN network design and
subsequent modification

DCN design support (even for

multi-vendor environments)

Technical Consultancy

Good design, robust processes and continuous optimisation are the key to an
operator’s successful network service. Identification of a network’s bottlenecks
and pressure points means we can fix to maximises subscriber experience.
NEC provide a consulting service that is truly end to end.

The combination of experience and skills enables our consultants to:

Efficiency capture relevant data to determine current network utilisation
Model the existing network structure
Analyse the effect of growth and failures on the existing network

Network Quality Management

NEC collects performance monitoring log files for a designated time period. NEC verifies actual link performance comparing it to the original design
specification, hence identifying and resolving problematic links. Future upgradeability options are also highlighted, when a link has sufficient margins
compare with the original calculations.

The information, configuration or specifications given in this publication are subject to change without notice.

For further information please contact Cat. No. NECECT 20100805

your local NEC representative Issue: Sep 2010

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