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What’s the Difference Between the EA5801-GP08 and EA5801E-GP08?

EA5801-GP08 vs. EA5801E-GP08
Huawei, a global leader in telecommunications and ICT solutions, offers various solutions for broadband access networks. Two notable Optical Line Terminals (OLTs) in Huawei’s portfolio are EA5801-GP08 and EA5801E-GP08. They are both compact, low-density OLTs designed for fiber access networks. However, they have some differences in terms of features, specifications, and applications. Join us today to walk through each OLT and the difference between them.

Introduction to EA5801E-GP08

EA5801E-GP08 is a small-sized, lightweight OLT designed for FTTH, FTTO, and FTTM network deployment. It supports multi-service integration, including broadband, voice, video, and monitoring, and is suitable for scenarios requiring simplified network architecture and reduced operational costs.

Key Features:

  • Supports FTTH, FTTO, and FTTM network modes.
  • Provides a unified platform for broadband, voice, video, and monitoring services.
  • Dual power supply (AC/DC) for high reliability.
  • Lightweight design (less than 5kg) and compact size (1U installation space).
  • Supports up to 8 GPON ports and 4 10GE/GE uplink ports.
  • Operates in a wide temperature range (-40°C to +65°C) and high-altitude environments (up to 4000m).

Application:

  • Ideal for multi-service integration in FTTH, FTTO, and FTTM scenarios.
  • Suitable for environments requiring high reliability and flexibility, such as urban broadband networks and enterprise campuses.
Technical Specification
Service ports 8 GPON
10 GE/GE upstream ports 4
Bit Error Rate (BER) in Full Load A BER smaller than 10 e-10 for a port that transmits data in full load
MAC Addresses 32768
Access ONT 256
IPv4 Routing Table 8192
IPv6 Routing Table 4096
ARP Table 16384

Introduction to EA5801-GP08

EA5801-GP08 is a high-performance OLT designed for ultra-fast broadband access. It is equipped with advanced technologies to deliver high-capacity services in a scalable manner. This OLT is widely used in FTTH, enterprise, and residential broadband applications. It supports various features like GPON, 10G-PON, and multiple Ethernet interfaces for diverse service delivery.

Key Features:

  • Supports PON Combo technology, enabling seamless evolution from GPON to XG-PON.
  • Designed for small-scale deployments, suitable for single enterprises or campuses.
  • Features a pluggable fan module and 1-2 pluggable power modules for flexible configuration.
  • Compact design (1U installation space) and lightweight, making it easy to deploy in various scenarios
  • Supports FTTH and POL (Passive Optical LAN) network modes.

Application:

  • Best suited for small-scale deployments, such as single enterprises or campuses.
  • Supports POL and FTTH network modes, making it ideal for cost-effective, high-performance network solutions.
Technical Specification
Service ports 8 GPON
10 GE/GE upstream ports 2
Bit Error Rate (BER) in Full Load A BER smaller than 10 e-7 for a port that transmits data in full load
MAC Addresses 32768
Access ONT 1024
IPv4 Routing Table 8192
IPv6 Routing Table 4096
ARP Table 16384

Main Differences between EA5801E-GP08 and EA5801-GP08:

Feature EA5801E-GP08 EA5801-GP08
Network Modes FTTH, FTTO, FTTM FTTH, POL
PON Combo Support No Yes
Ports 8 GPON, 4x10GE/GE uplink 8 GPON, 2x10GE/GE uplink
Power Supply Dual AC/DC Dual AC/DC
Dimensions Slightly smaller Slightly larger
Applications Multi-service integration, urban networks Small-scale deployments, enterprises

Both the EA5801-GP08 and EA5801E-GP08 are excellent choices for FTTH and broadband access networks, but they serve different purposes. Choosing the right OLT depends on the size of your deployment and specific service requirements.

If you have any questions or would like to learn more, feel free to contact us at sales@thunder-link.com.