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Introducing Ceragon MASTTM

Mobile Architecture for Service Transport -End-to-End LTE-Ready Backhaul Solutions

www.ceragon.com


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Ceragon MASTTM

Concept

Solutions and Ecosystem forLTE-Ready Backhaul

As mobile networks evolve, moving from pure voice to converged

voice and data today and all-data in the future, operators must address

new network challenges.

Customer demand for more bandwidth-hungry services leads to an

unprecedented increase in mobile data traffic - but at the same time,

average revenue per user (ARPU) remains flat. To compensate for that,

and to maintain and increase profitability, mobile operators now need

to optimize their networks and significantly reduce cost-per-bit.

The rapid consumption of network resources has its affect on the

Service, Network and Transport layers:

Service: Different services requirements from evolving mobile

networks (2G, 3/3.5G, LTE)

Network: Different network concepts and technologies - pure

SDH, Hybrid, Pure IP

Transport: Different access technologies transmitted over

different types of physical media

This change requires a holistic, end-to-end approach that provides

a comprehensive set of solutions on a network-wide rather than a

segment-by-segment basis.

Answering the need for an advanced approach to mobile backhaul

architecture, Ceragon Networks has developed MAST. The Mobile

Architecture for Service Transport (MAST) evolves around Ceragons

leading edge FibeAir family of wireless backhaul products. The

architecture further includes an interoperable ecosystem, enabling

operators to profitably evolve mobile networks by using complementary

backhaul and networking alternatives. As such, MAST also involves

partners multi-functional network solutions that complement

Ceragons offering according to operators specific requirements.


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Powers operators with a comprehensive set of solutions for LTE-ready backhaul networks

Delivers a set of service-aware network solutions for scalable and cost-optimized network build out

Provides full support for legacy and next-generation technologies - TDM/PDH, ATM, SDH/SONET, Ethernet,

IP/MPLS - to enable a smooth transition process

Offers enhanced, end-to-end QoS and QA&M support for all mobile services

Simplifies network architecture and slashes deployment time for lower CAPEX/OPEX and faster ROI

Fully supported by a world-class, comprehensive portfolio of complementary wired and wireless solutions

Modular Mobile Network Transformation enabling operators to migrate their networks at their own pace

Synergy Between Best of Breed Solutions combines the advantages of Ceragon leading wireless systems and advanced

communication solutions from leading partner vendors

Comprehensive Network Optimization allows operators to deal with backhaul on a network-wide basis rather than

segment by segment

Smooth service hand-over between physical media (wire/wireless) through comprehensive management support,

ensures high QoS

MAST Highlights

Key Benefits


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From simple connectivity to anend-to-end network conceptThe MAST concept goes beyond simple connectivity and pure

transport to enable a true, end-to-end network transition in three

main layers: Transport,Network,Service.

On the transport layer, MAST supports a range of alternatives for

both access and aggregation backhauling. On the network side, the

solution supports diverse networking technologies including NG-SDH/

SONET, Hybrid native TDM and native IP (Native2), Pseudowire, Carrier-

Grade Ethernet and pure IP. In addition, MAST offers a comprehensive

set of service tools to ensure end-to-end QoS and OA&M that help to

further increase network efficiency and optimization.

Build LTE-ready backhaul networksCeragon MAST allows operators to maximize the potential of existing

networks, while benefiting from a clear and cost efficient transition

path towards LTE-ready backhaul networks.

Higher capacities and lower latencies are a must for LTE backhaul.

So is the ability to support IP traffic and flat all-IP architectures. SinceLTE networks will be used mostly to deliver data rather than voice,

and since todays backhaul networks are still dominated by TDM - be

it T1/E1 lines or high-capacity SDH/SONET - one main consideration

operators are faced with today is how to support their existing installed

base through the migration process.

Through MAST, operators benefit from a complete solutions portfolio

for designing LTE-ready backhaul networks. This will enable them to

achieve faster time-to-market and ensure faster ROI as they evolve to

3G and LTE, while continuing to gain revenue from existing networks

and services.

True, end-to-end network transitionin three main layers:Transport, Network, Service


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MAST Transport LayerMobile operators require an end-to-end architecture that supports

diverse evolution alternatives and provides a clear path towards all-IP.

MAST Transport layer offers a highly integrated set of solutions based

on Ceragons wireless leadership. MAST greatly reduces OPEX while

increasing scalability and availability to enable service delivery over any

type of wired and wireless physical media.

Wireless: High and mid capacity point to point microwave radio;

cost effective license exempt radios and point-to-multipoint radios

for effective coverage coupled with high capacity backhaul

Wired (copper, Fiber): the MAST Eco-system provides joint

transport solutions that offer a clear service hand-over betweendifferent medias preserving QoS and manageability

This comprehensive approach addresses infrastructure diversity via

flexible backhaul alternatives. Each alternative provides an evolution

to all-IP, allowing mobile service providers to cost-effectively transform

their mobile transport infrastructure from circuit traffic to packet over

copper, fiber or wireless.

MAST Network LayerAs demand for mobile multimedia services increases and average

revenue per user (ARPU) declines, mobile service providers musttransform their networks to profitably support advanced packet-

based services on top of legacy voice. The network layer is one of

the key considerations for mobile service providers planning network

transition.

To make the network layer efficient, Ceragon has designed MAST to

give operators complete control over their transition process. MAST can

be adapted to meet diverse backhaul network evolution requirements,

including native TDM, hybrid (Native2) and all-IP approaches.

Ceragon MAST solution is based on building blocks that can meet

a variety of operator strategies. It is designed to reduce total cost of

ownership (TCO) and simplify network design as much as possible,while preparing the transition towards LTE. Network evolution

strategies include:

Optimizing the existing backhaul network to drive out the cost

of leased-lines

Building new carrier-grade IP backhaul networks that support

both circuit and packet traffic

Implementing a hybrid approach - offloading non-real time data

traffic onto an Ethernet backhaul network while keeping voice

services on the existing backhaul network

Native 2 (hybrid approach) implemented by carrying both TDM

and Ethernet natively and simultaneously over a single network

MAST Service LayerThe challenge for service providers is to deliver all services at a

competitive price and at profitable operating margins. At the same

time, service providers must provide the high quality user-experience

that customers expect from advanced voice and multimedia services.

To do so, they need to leverage existing network infrastructure where

possible, while simultaneously transforming their networks to support

packet-based traffic.

Ceragon MAST offers a comprehensive set of service tools to ensure

end-to-end QoS and OA&M that help to further improve efficiency and

network optimization. MAST allows operators to make a profitable

transition to a more cost-effective network infrastructure that supports

all voice, video and new multimedia services and applications. Through

MAST, operators can successfully support massive subscriber growth

and future service enhancements.

MAST Management

End-to-end management capabilities are essential for supportingexisting and next-generation mobile services over both legacy and IP

networks. MAST provides a number of joint management solutions in

collaboration with Ceragons partners.

The joint management solutions offered with MAST serve to greatly

reduce the complexity and risk associated with provisioning high-end

converged services. As such, they provide comprehensive support for

fault, configuration, accounting, performance and security features

and applications.

MAST management can be tailored and integrated into diverse

management platforms to provide a rich set of EMS (configuration,

performance monitoring, remote diagnostics, alarm reports, etc.) and

NMS functionalities.


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Backhaul Network Convergence - Multiple Services & Access TechnologiesOperators frequently maintain multiple networks based on the services offered to individual end-users. Through the highly integrated

Ceragon FibeAir IP-10 solution, operators can design a network that collapses multiple overlay networks into a single, high-speed, scalable

infrastructure. This converged backhaul solution also features advanced QoS awareness to support the consolidation of multiple services over

a single network.The result is a converged backhaul solution that maintains service flexibility and carrier-class reliability, allowing operatorsto differentiate service offerings, guarantee SLAs, reduce costs and maximize revenues.

Complete Backhaul Networks Solutions

Native2 - Is a hybrid concept implemented by carrying both TDM and

Ethernet Natively and simultaneously over a single microwave link

End to End Backhaul Solution - IP/MPLSAn ideal solution for IP/MPLS networks combines Ceragon's high-capacity microwave with advaned solutions from Ceragon's strategic

partners. On the Access side, Ceragon's Native Ethernet or Native2 (native both in TDM and in Ethernet concurrently) microwave solutions

carry traffic from the base station to the nearest aggregation site. An IP/MPLS edge router at the aggregation site acts as the gateway

between the Native2 and IP/MPLS based networks on which both Ethernet and E1/T1 services are mapped over MPLS using pseudo-wires.

High-capacity MPLS-aware Ethernet microwave radios are also used as part of the MPLS network cloud where fiber connections are either

unavailable or are too costly to deploy.

Native2 - Is a hybrid concept implemented by carrying both TDM andEthernet Natively and simultaneously over a single microwave link


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Long-haul IP Trunk Radio - An Economical Alternative to FiberA solution combining Ceragon long haul Ethernet microwave technology with Link Aggregation enables sophisticated load balancing and

redundancy. Allowing operators to scale bandwidth up to multiple Gigabit Ethernet wireless links, the solution features full QoS awareness over

a wireless IP trunk radio. Ceragons long-haul IP trunk solution is an economical alternative to fiber optic lines. Easy to deploy and maintain, the

solution offers a highly reliable, ultra-long point-to-point transmission, enhanced with load sharing of traffic among all available wireless links.

End to End Backhaul Solution NG-SDH/SONETCeragons Native2 approach carries both TDM and Ethernet natively and simultaneously over a single microwave link replacing the PDH links in

the access backhaul segment (from the base-station to the aggregation site). At the access/metro-aggregation Ceragon applies Adaptive Codingand Modulation (ACM) thus enabling better spectral utilization and much lower cost per bit. At the aggregation site, TDM is mapped natively

over the SDH/SONET ring while the Ethernet traffic is handled using Integrated Ethernet switching functionality at the NS-SDH/SONET MSPPs

(Multi Service Provisioning Platform). By using high-capacity SDH/SONET microwave, operators benefit from statistically multiplexing Ethernet

traffic based on service classes over existing or enhanced SDH/SONET rings, while preserving all TDM requirements.

Native2 - Is a hybrid concept implemented by carrying both TDM and

Ethernet Natively and simultaneously over a single microwave link


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Corporate HeadquartersCeragon Networks Ltd.Tel Aviv, IsraelTel: +972-3-645-5733Fax: +972-3-645-5499

EuropeCeragon Networks(UK) LimitedRedditch, UK

Tel: +44-(0)-1527-591900Fax: +44-(0)-1527-591903

Asia PacificCeragon Networks APAC(Spore) Ltd.SingaporeTel: +65-6339-3110Fax: +65-6339-1310

North AmericaCeragon Networks, Inc.New Jersey, USATel: +1-201-845-6955Fax: +1-201-845-5665

Toll free: 1-877-FIBEAIR

CALACeragon Networks,S.A. de C.VMexico D.F, MexicoTel: +52-55-5663-2914Fax: +52-55-5663-2841

MEACeragon Networks,JohannesburgSouth AfricaTel: +27-01-1452-2777Fax: +27-01-1452-2777

About CeragonCeragon Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ/TASE: CRNT) is a leading provider of high-capacity LTE-ready

wireless backhaul solutions for cellular and fixed wireless operators, enterprises and government

organizations. Ceragons FibeAir product family offers scalable solutions for wireless transport

of broadband services. Operating across multiple frequencies for IP and SONET/SDH protocols,

FibeAir systems support the emerging needs of next-generation networks that are evolving to all-

IP based services. Ceragon leads the market in IP backhaul, offering a unique, native IP solution

that provides the efficient, robust connectivity required for LTE, WiMAX and converged networks.

Ceragons solutions are deployed by more than 150 service providers of all sizes, as well as in hundreds

of private networks, in nearly 100 countries. More information is available at www.ceragon.com

www.ceragon.com

The Ceragon logo and FibeAir are registered trademarks of Ceragon Networks Ltd. This brochure is being provided for informational

purposes only. The details contained in this document, including product and feature specifications, are subject to change

without notice. This brochure shall not bind Ceragon to provide to anyone a specific product or set of features related thereto.

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