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New networking solution for the Greater Jakarta area resolves technology challenges and improves the user experience .

Based on the Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 6900C32E and Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 6900X24 , the new infrastructure delivers a higher connection speed , higher access bandwidth for subscribers and increased backbone connectivity as well .

The ALE solution introduces Shortest Path Bridging ( SPB ) into the FMI network , which delivers traffic on the shortest path available and enables multiple active paths for more rapid convergence after a network problem .

SPB is primarily focused on addressing the shortcomings of the aging Spanning Tree Protocol ( STP ) used by FMI and on improving their network ’ s performance and reliability . SPB also ensures security by separating different types of traffic into ‘ containers ’ to prevent unauthorized access .

Novse Hardiman , Country Manager , Alcatel- Lucent Enterprise Indonesia , said : “ We were pleased to be able to collaborate with our partner PT Quinsis Lintas Mitra to showcase in a trial for FMI how our OmniSwitch solution with SPB could help them resolve the issues their network was facing and improve performance for their customers . SPB is significantly simpler to deploy and maintain than more traditional methods of moving network traffic and is a key differentiating feature of our solution .”

Damien Delard , APAC Vice President Channel and SEA / NEA Head of Sales , Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise , said : “ Shortest Path Bridging is a foundational technology at

ALE that has proven its reliability to support diverse customers and industries around the world , as it has with FMI in Indonesia . This technology is versatile , simple and reliable and helps to address the shortcomings of Spanning Tree Protocol . It continues to be a key differentiator for us and we are glad to make it a key part of FMI ’ s business expansion project .”

Budi Aditya , CEO , PT Fiber Media Indonesia , said : “ As our business grows , our aim is always to provide an efficient , reliable network that exceeds the expectations of our subscribers . ALE has demonstrated a strong commitment to our success by providing excellent assistance from both technology and business perspectives to help make our business expansion project a success . We are delighted with the real-time performance and recovery time of our new infrastructure in Greater Jakarta and cities in the Java area .

With their new ALE network , FMI is wellequipped to provide their growing customer base in Indonesia with a network that is ready to meet their increasing expectations .” p

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