VIAVI Accelerates 5G at the Edge With O-RAN Testing on AWS Outposts

Rhea-AI Summary

Viavi Solutions (VIAV) announced the launch of the TeraVM O-CU Tester on AWS Outposts, the first industry solution for O-RAN Central Unit testing on AWS Managed Services. This deployment is vital for validating 5G services and ensuring performance at the network edge. With the rise of applications needing ultra-low latencies, such as autonomous vehicles and smart cities, this development supports service providers in optimizing their investments in 5G technology. The O-CU Tester ensures compliance with 3GPP standards and interoperates with 5G and O-RAN network components.

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• Launch of TeraVM O-CU Tester on AWS Outposts enhances VIAV's position in 5G testing.
• First O-RAN Central Unit testing solution on AWS improves operational efficiency for service providers.
• Supports critical 5G applications, potentially expanding market reach.

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• None.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) (NASDAQ: VIAV) today announced availability of the TeraVM O-CU Tester on AWS Outposts, marking the industry's first O-RAN Central Unit (O-CU) test solution deployed on Amazon Web Services (AWS) Managed Services (AMS) at the network edge. As 5G services leverage edge computing, the ability to validate application and infrastructure performance at any point in the network has become essential to ensuring quality of experience.

In order to monetize 5G investments, service providers, device manufacturers, and application developers are striving for new paradigms in user experiences. Real-time, multi-player games, smart cities, autonomous cars, and remote healthcare all require ultra-low latencies, which ultimately can be enabled by 5G Ultra Reliable Low Latency Communication (URLLC) and Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC). In parallel, operators worldwide are adopting open radio access networks to reduce infrastructure costs and lower the barrier to entry for new product innovation.

To address this emerging domain, VIAVI has deployed the TeraVM O-CU Tester on AWS Outposts. Within the architecture of disaggregated networks, the O-CU is a critical resource as the first point in the uplink from end users, where large amounts of traffic converge and need to be handled efficiently in order to meet performance expectations. The O-CU Tester – part of the TeraVM family of fully virtualized and cloud-enabled network and application test solutions – validates that the O-CU works according to 3GPP standards and O-RAN C-plane and U-plane profiles; interoperates with other 5G and O-RAN network functions and components; and performs optimally when fully loaded with complex mobile traffic profiles.

AWS Outposts is a fully managed service that offers the same AWS infrastructure, AWS services, APIs, and tools to virtually any data center, co-location space, or on-premises facility for a truly consistent hybrid experience.

"Our major customers are embracing the power of the cloud and 5G, unleashing rich applications for consumers, businesses and cities," said Ian Langley, Vice President and General Manager, Wireless Business Unit, VIAVI. "We're pleased to work alongside them to validate application performance at any point in the network and welcome the collaboration with AWS."

About VIAVI
VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for communications service providers, enterprises, network equipment manufacturers, government and avionics. We help these customers harness the power of instruments, automation, intelligence and virtualization to Command the network. VIAVI is also a leader in light management solutions for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, and defense applications. Learn more about VIAVI at www.viavisolutions.com. Follow us on VIAVI Perspectives, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.

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SOURCE VIAVI Solutions

FAQ

What is the TeraVM O-CU Tester launched by Viavi Solutions?

The TeraVM O-CU Tester is a solution for validating O-RAN Central Units on AWS Outposts, ensuring compliance with 3GPP standards and optimal performance in 5G networks.

How does the TeraVM O-CU Tester affect 5G service providers?

The tester allows service providers to validate application performance at the network edge, essential for optimizing their 5G investments and user experiences.

When was the TeraVM O-CU Tester announced?

The TeraVM O-CU Tester was announced on May 25, 2021.

What is the significance of AWS Outposts for Viavi Solutions?

AWS Outposts provides a consistent hybrid experience, allowing Viavi's solutions to be deployed in various data centers while leveraging AWS services.

How does the TeraVM O-CU Tester contribute to the 5G ecosystem?

It supports the evolution of 5G networks by ensuring efficient handling of mobile traffic, especially for applications requiring ultra-low latency.