Telecom networking vendor Ericsson today said it delivered its 3 millionth microwave links — MINI-LINK.
Ericsson supplied the first MINI-LINK in 1978. This means, the company took 36 years to supply its 3 millionth microwave links to the industry.
Interestingly, Ericsson took 30 years to install one million units, while it took only 4 years to deliver the next million and 2 years for the next million.
Over the last decade, the average capacities through a MINI-LINK have increased by a factor of 20. Almost all MINI-LINKs delivered from the beginning are capable of packet transport, supporting the needs of modern backhaul networks, said Ericsson.
Karolina Wikander, head of Product Line Microwave Ericsson, said: “We are committed to continuing to deliver microwave solutions for high performing networks while making the most of operator spectrum. Networks are constantly evolving and our MINI-LINK portfolio will continue to provide a future-proof solution for each part of the network.”
Over the years, MINI-LINK has enabled connectivity to distant villages, enabling increased quality of life and contributing to GDP growth. MINI-LINK is an important tool in Ericsson Response to quickly enable communication in disaster areas.
Ericsson claims that it is the microwave market leader with a 25 percent market share and continues to build the future of this technology.
