Ekinops Announces Successful 5G Connectivity Tests

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Ekinops (Euronext Paris: EKI) has achieved a significant milestone by successfully conducting its first 5G business connectivity tests with Orange Business Services at their Orange Labs. Utilizing its 5G capable OneAccess router with OneOS6 software, Ekinops demonstrated its capability to support various network functions for enterprise connectivity needs. The tests showcased the potential of 5G for both large and small enterprise sites, confirming its viability as a primary connection. Ekinops and Orange are collaborating on packaged solutions expected in 2021.

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• Successful 5G connectivity tests with Orange Business Services.
• Demonstrated potential for 5G as a primary connection for enterprises.
• Collaboration on packaged solutions expected to launch in 2021.

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PARIS, Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Ekinops (EuronextParis: EKI) (ISIN: FR0011466069), a network access solutions specialist, announced today that it has successfully run its first 5G business connectivity tests with Orange Business Services in their Orange Labs environment.

For these tests, Ekinops used its 5G capable OneAccess router based on OneOS6, the user-friendly modular software solution that enables a range of built-in services for greater modularity. This solution is capable of supporting network functions, such as routing, firewall, SD-WAN and SBC (session border control), among others.

This successful test was done in anticipation of the enterprise connectivity needs leveraging the power of 5G networks. There are many applications for large and small enterprise sites, such as connectivity where wireline is not available or as a backup to a wireline solution with fiber-like bandwidth.

"The results of this first test within the Orange Labs are very promising. We have been able to assess in real-life conditions the ability of our router to use 5G as a primary connection for enterprises," said Vincent Munière, Ekinops group CTO and VP R&D. "We are privileged to be able to work alongside our longstanding partner Orange Business Services and its innovation teams to perfect our new generation of products, including 5G and software defined networks," he added.

"As the market expects a lot from 5G with 10 times more capacity, 10 times less latency and 10 times more density, this test provided one more opportunity to check the reality of 5G connectivity for WAN solutions," shared Franck Morales, VP Marketing, Connectivity BU, at Orange Business Services. "This successful outcome confirms once again the many opportunities we see with 5G for enterprises."

Ekinops and Orange Business Services are currently working together to have packaged solutions ready for customers later in 2021.

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FAQ

What were the results of the Ekinops 5G business connectivity tests?

Ekinops successfully conducted tests showing the viability of 5G for enterprise connectivity.

What does the Ekinops OneAccess router support?

The OneAccess router supports various network functions including routing, firewall, SD-WAN, and SBC.

When will Ekinops and Orange Business Services launch packaged solutions?

Ekinops and Orange Business Services are expected to launch their packaged solutions later in 2021.

What is the significance of the Ekinops and Orange 5G tests?

The tests confirmed the ability of 5G to provide primary connectivity for enterprises, enhancing bandwidth and reducing latency.