What is the average activation time for the RCTS Lambda service?
The implementation time will always be analyzed case by case, depending on the existing infrastructure between the sites.
Is there any cost associated?
Yes, the financial details of activation and operation depend on the technical solution found.
How does it work?
The communication between the two sites is carried out through the RCTS optical transmission platform, based on DWDM technology.A specific optical wavelength is reserved to establish the connection between the two sites without interfering with the other RCTS communications.This platform allows the transport of various network protocols, such as Ethernet or Fibre
What are the technical requirements?
One of the requirements is the existence of optical fiber between the two locations. This service also requires the existence or installation of optical transmission equipment between the ends of the link.
Is the service monitored 7x24x365?
Yes, in addition to monitoring, a supervision service (human support) is provided during the same period.
What is VoIP?
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is a technology that allows the user to establish telephone calls over a data network by converting an analogue voice signal into a set of digital signals, which are then sent over an Internet connection in the form of IP-addressed packets. Not being
What new features can be expected from the RCTS VoIP service?
One of the main functionalities that the VoIP@RCTS service allows is Mobility, i.e. the possibility of the extension of each user to accompany him everywhere as long as he has access to a network point. The voice mail also gains a new dimension, being possible the integration of this with the email. Thus,
How can the RCTS VoIP service enable cost savings?
One of the objectives of the RCTS VoIP service is to allow the reduction of costs in voice communications. This reduction is achieved not only through the routing of calls to different operators through the least cost route, but also because virtually dedicated IP connections are created between the institutions subscribing to the service, allowing the realization
Who are the recipients of this service?
The RCTS VoIP service is aimed at all public higher education institutions and the research community that are connected to the academic network via RCTS Plus.
How can I get more information?
You can contact FCT | FCCN to request information using the details provided in "Contacts".
How does it work?
A dark fibre optic pair is provided, from the RCTS fibre network to the User Entity, between the two locations. All equipment and configurations are the responsibility of the entity requesting the service.