Telefonica will be deploying Cisco ASR 9000 aggregation router and IOS XR to upgrade its network in Spain to a next-generation infrastructure to cater for critical network traffic.
The Cisco ASR 9000 Series running IOS XR was chosen by Telefonica for the carrier-class capabilities including proven reliability needed to carry critical traffic. With network programmability via next-gen APIs such as NETCONF/YANG in IOS XR, the ASR 9000 provides Telefonica flexibility for current and future requirements, including tighter network control to deliver better end-customer experience, said Cisco.
The Cisco ASR 9000 Series is specifically designed to give network operators flexibility to offer new services by providing a strong foundation for services such as 4G mobile Internet, business-class Ethernet, and residential video and broadband.
In addition, Cisco said that the IOS XR & ASR 9000 is part of the foundation for Cisco Open Network Architecture, which will help Telefonica to get even more value out of the network through transformation, including automation, network abstraction, telemetry and analytics.
Last year, Cisco has secured a similar deal with Telefonica to deploy the Cisco ASR 9000, ASR 901 and ASR 903 in Latin America, as part of its Evolved Programmable Network (EPN) to deliver enhanced high-speed mobile backhaul services.
Joaquín Mata, Network Technology and Operations director, Telefonica Spain
We needed a business partner who could help solve our problems today but have the vision to look strategically ahead on new solutions that can drive our success forward.
Woody Sessoms, senior vice president, Global Service Provider Sales at Cisco
We are committed to helping our customers transform their networks and accelerate business outcomes. Telefonica is driving innovation rapidly, and we're pleased to be partnering with them on exciting new opportunities like these that can yield positive results.
