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What are the Benefits of SONET?<br />

DSX-3<br />

DSX-1<br />

DSX-3<br />

FOTS<br />

A<br />

M13<br />

Mux<br />

M13<br />

Mux<br />

FOTS<br />

C<br />

Some DS-1s<br />

Dropped / Inserted<br />

Existing Asynchronous Systems<br />

SONET<br />

Add / Drop<br />

32<br />

DSX-1<br />

Only DS-1s / DS-3s /<br />

STS-1s that are added /<br />

dropped need to be<br />

multiplexed /<br />

demultiplexed<br />

SONET System<br />

Figure 3-4 • Reduction of Back-to-Back Multiplexing<br />

REDUCED CABLING AND ELIMINATION OF DSX PANELS<br />

Asynchronous systems are dominated by back-to-back terminals because the<br />

asynchronous FOTS architecture is inefficient for other than point-to-point<br />

networks. (See Figure 3-5.) Excessive multiplexing and demultiplexing are used<br />

to transport a signal from one end to another, and many bays of DSX-1 crossconnect<br />

and DSX-3 panels are required to interconnect the systems. Associated<br />

expenses are the panel, bays, cabling, the labor installation, and the inconveniences<br />

of increased floor space and congested cable racks.<br />

The corresponding SONET system allows a hub configuration, reducing the<br />

need for back-to-back terminals. Grooming is performed electronically so DSX<br />

panels are not used except when required to interface with existing asynchronous<br />

equipment.

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