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IBM Smarter Networks for Education
A better student experience for less
April 2015
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IBM Smarter Networks for Education Executive Summary
 Our solution costs 30% to 40% less than legacy copper based networks
 Our solution includes wired LAN, Wi-Fi, and Cellular connectivity
 Our solution is Green, reducing operational costs
 Our solution requires far less space than legacy networks giving you back valuable space
 Our solution is far simpler to operate and manage than legacy networks
 Our solution is more reliable than legacy networks
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Legacy educational networks are no longer an efficient or cost effective operating
model.
 Legacy educational network designs rely on
multiple separate networks to deliver
services to your students
 Legacy networks rely heavily on copper and
coax cabling, requiring frequent rip and
replace upgrades as technologies change
 Legacy networks take up substantial space
for wiring closets due to the distance
limitations of copper cabling
 Legacy networks also require substantial
power and cooling in the wiring closets for
stacks of network electronics
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http://www.ecampusnews.com/technologies/neetworks-campus-829/
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IBM has developed the IBM Smarter Network for Education which uses far less
space and costs a third less than a legacy copper/coax based network architecture.
 The IBM Smarter Network for Education
– uses a single fiber-based network for all
services (PON, Cellular, Wi-Fi)
– uses far less cabling saving you install time,
materials cost, and space
– uses far fewer wiring closets than a legacy
copper/coax based design
– requires far less power and cooling than legacy
switched network designs
A single, converged fiber network for one third less than legacy networks
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The IBM Smarter Network for Education uses Passive Optical LAN technology which
costs one third less than a legacy switched network architecture.
 Passive Optical LAN provides LAN access
throughout your school for wired LAN access and
Wi-Fi access points
 Passive Optical LAN utilizes a fiber based cabling
plant instead of copper saving you money and space
– less cabling, less cable trays, lower material
and installation costs
– far fewer wiring closets than switched network
designs
 Passive Optical LAN does not require special power
and cooling in your wiring closets like legacy
switched networks do
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Traditional LAN Architecture vs. Passive Optical LAN Architecture
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The IBM Smarter Network for Education allows you to consolidate both WAN and
LAN equipment into one converged Passive Optical Network.
Traditional LAN Architecture
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Passive Optical LAN technology requires far less space than legacy switched
technology.
 Legacy switched networks require dedicated wiring
closets with proper power and environmental
controls
 The IBM Smarter Network for Education requires far
less space, power, and cooling saving you money
and giving you back valuable space in your building
 The IBM Smarter Network for Education is a much
simpler design and deployment which is far easier
to manage than a legacy switched network
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Passive Optical LAN technology also requires dramatically less cabling saving you
money on material and installation costs.
 Legacy copper based network architectures require
far more cabling due to the distance limitations of
copper cabling
 In an IBM Smarter Network for Education the cabling
is primarily fiber based which requires far less
cabling and space than legacy switched based
designs which rely heavily on copper cabling
36” cable tray space
that was planned for a
legacy copper network
10” actual space used
for the IBM Solution
This 36” cable tray was installed for a legacy copper
design. Only 10” of the tray was used after the client
decided to switch to the IBM Smarter Network instead
of the originally planned legacy copper based design.
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The IBM Smarter Network for Education provides substantial TCO advantages
over legacy copper based network architectures.
 Lower electronics cost: up to 70%
Smarter Education Network
 Lower power consumption: up to 80%
Legacy Copper Network
 Lower space consumption: up to 90%
 Lower cable cost: up to 60% (fiber vs. copper)
Smarter Education Network
Legacy Copper Network
 Lower cabling installation cost: up to 60%
 Lower technical support costs: up to 75%
 Lower annual O&M costs: up to 30%
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The IBM Smarter Network for Education includes an optional fiber based Distributed
Antenna System for 5 bar cellular coverage and a world class student experience.
 The IBM Smarter Educational Network is based on a fiber
architecture which allows for easy upgrades as required
– When a wireless carrier introduces a new frequency,
simply swap out a card in the remote access units
 Advanced features such as capacity steering allow you to shift
cellular capacity to different areas of your campus as students
move around…Smarter!
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JuUS7_-s2Y
DAS Head End
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Remote Access Unit
- Cell 4 band
- MIMO 2 band
- Ethernet and Wi-Fi
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The IBM Smarter Network for Education provides powerful Wi-Fi coverage ensuring
a world class student experience.
 The IBM Smarter Educational Network provides
pervasive Wi-Fi coverage throughout all parts of your
campus
 802.11AC technology provides high capacity and
throughput
 Multiple Wi-Fi manufacturers supported
 Multiple mounting options supported
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The IBM Smarter Network for Education can be purchased direct from IBM or
through the NCPA.
 NCPA (National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance) is a leading national government purchasing cooperative
working to reduce the cost of goods and services by leveraging the purchasing power of public agencies in all 50
states. NCPA utilizes state of the art procurement resources and solutions that result in cooperative purchasing
contracts that ensure all public agencies are receiving products and services of the highest quality at the lowest
prices
 http://ncpa.us/Vendors/IBM
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White Plains School District chose an IBM Smarter Network for Education.
Business Needs: White Plains School District needed to replace their existing data network to
meet the growing connectivity demands of their students and faculty.
Solution: IBM is responsible for designing and implementing the Passive Optical Network (PON)
and associated fiber cable plant for all of the White Plains School District schools and faculty
buildings. The solution brings fiber optic data connectivity directly to the classroom providing
unmatched performance and flexibility.
Considerations: White Plains School System had been researching legacy switched Ethernet
solutions for some time. The cost of the solution and associated power, cooling and space
upgrades were prohibiting action. IBM met with the School District and explained the IBM
Smarter Network solution and the financial value it brings. After working with the customer IBM
was able to show at least a 30% savings over legacy switched Ethernet networks while
providing a more scalable, better performing solution.
Partners: Corning, Tellabs and APC
Benefits:
Single software defined architecture for the entire school district
Less capital and operational costs compared to legacy data network
Allows for greater flexibility for change and/or future expansion
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Who is deploying an IBM Smarter Network?
 Atlanta Falcons new NFL Stadium
IBM was selected to design and implement a network solution including
LAN, WiFi, and Cellular for the new Atlanta Falcons stadium with
capacity for 75,000+ concurrent users
 Texas A&M Kyle Field Stadium
IBM was selected to design and implement a new network
infrastructure including LAN, WiFi, Cellular for the Kyle Field stadium
with capacity for 100,000+ concurrent users
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White Plains School District
LF USA Empire State Building Office
Sterling Ranch Development Colorado
Delaware North Corporation Office & Hotel
NiSource Energy Office
Hudson Yards Office Development NYC
Additional IBM Vendor Partners PON Experience
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Guthrie Hospital Critical Care Facility – Corning, New York
VA Hospital – San Diego, California
San Diego Public Library
SpaceX Headquarters Office Building
Gila River Arena – Phoenix, Arizona
Department of Justice Headquarters
Red Rocks Casino Hotel & Convention Center – Las Vegas, Nevada
Dallas Fort Worth Airport
Department of Homeland Security
Department of Defense
Department of Energy
Clients
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Marriott Hotel New York
Deltek Office Virginia
TIA Headquarters Virginia
Lindsay Honda Office Ohio
Howard University Washington DC
Aurora Colorado Public Library
Camp Pendleton California
Google Campus Headquarter California
NASA
GlaxoSmithKline
Trump Plaza New York
are choosing PON as the preferred network solution for new facilities.
Enterprise Office
Hospitality
Education
Healthcare
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Contact us today to determine how much you could save by deploying an IBM
Smarter Network for Education.
 Darold Conklin – IBM Sales Manager
daroldc@us.ibm.com
716-870-4324
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