Autonomous configuration and operation of SmartSwitch networks, even if not all nodes are available.

Self discovering network topology reduces the need for operator intervention.

Automatic re-routing of all affected services in case a SmartSwitch node or a network connection fails.

Built-in redundancy due to the automatic rerouting functionality.

Low Life Cycle Costs

Low life cycle costs are assured by the limited network management needs, the network architecture flexibility and the hardware scalability

Cost-effectiveness

SmartSwitch 's technology and modularity not only delivers a highly flexible system but also, compared to competitive systems, introduces a cost reduction as only those components have to be procured that are really required.

By selecting SmartSwitch many more application areas now benefit from the usage of ATM as a reliable transmission technique.

ATM and STM-1 as transmission standards enable the connection between SmartSwitch and ATM networks, delivering cost-effective combinations of SmartSwitch networks with existing (or new implementations) of ATM backbones

Reliability

SmartSwitch enables the implementation of networks that can be described as highly flexible and reliable.

The ruggedised version of SmartSwitch enables the operation in situations previously unpredictable like tunnels, offshore and other outdoor environments, previously not possible to equip in a cost effective manner

Management

Operational management is effectively reduced to Network Monitoring and incidental Software and Network-configuration downloads thanks to:

- Autonomous network configuration;

- Self-discovering network topology;

- Automatic rerouting.

Redundancy

Network redundancy is standard included by the automatic rerouting functionality