Cisco announced it is launching the Cisco Cable ServiceMesh solution, an integrated, end-to-end wireless architecture designed for cable operators who want to extend indoor Wi-Fi to outdoor mesh networks in municipalities, tourism centers, small businesses and universities in North America. This new architecture offers the foundation layer for broadband mobility, according to the networking giant.
Building on the Cisco Internet Protocol Next-Generation Network (IPNGN) architecture, the Cisco Cable ServiceMesh solution is a fully integrated outdoor wireless platform that helps enable operators to deploy a variety of value-added, revenue-generating services via a single network infrastructure. By using the Cisco Cable ServiceMesh solution, cable operators in the IT channel can create new revenue opportunities through the deployment of an outdoor wireless mesh solution that utilizes existing infrastructure to cost-effectively expand their service offerings and their market reach, bringing the Connected Life to customers at home, at work or on the move.
The new Cisco Cable ServiceMesh solution comprises: Aironet 1520 Series, Wireless Services Modules, Wireless Control System software, and Intelligent Services Gateway.
The product is scheduled to be available later on next month.