61200226L1-1 ATLAS_800PLUS User Manual 1-1Chapter 1 IntroductionPRODUCT OVERVIEWThe ATLAS_800PLUS is a modular, highly scalable platform that provides robustsolutions for the wide area communication needs of medium-to-large corpora-tions and network access providers. ATLAS is an Integrated Access System withthe most extensive support of dedicated bandwidth management and accessswitching in the industry.The ATLAS_800PLUS is a high performance version of the ATLAS 800. TheATLAS_800PLUS contains a high-performance CPU, more memory, and powerfulcommunications drivers which allow the support of optional applications such asframe relay.With the ATLAS 800 PLUS, you can consolidate your voice, data, and video appli-cations into a single platform while optimizing wide area bandwidth and reduc-ing equipment costs. The ATLAS_800PLUS architecture and the chassis’ eightexpansion slots allow for a variety of modules, making it one of the most versatileaccess systems on the market. With the appropriate modules installed, theATLAS_800PLUS functions as follows:• A Frame Relay Switch• A Digital Access Cross-Connect System (DACS)• A T1 Bandwidth Manager• An ISDN Access Switch• A Remote Access ManagerATLAS 800 PLUS BASE UNITThe ATLAS_800PLUS architecture includes a packet switching and a circuit switch-ing bussing scheme. The result is a highly scalable system capable of supportingbandwidth requirements up to 34 T1/E1 or Primary Rate ISDN (PRI) circuits.Designed for standalone, rackmount, or wallmount installations, theATLAS_800PLUS Base Unit provides two network interfaces, each independentlyconfigurable for T1, DSX-1, or PRI operation. Eight expansion slots accommodatehot-swappable modules for a variety of applications. A 10BaseT connection forremote access and network management is standard with the ATLAS_800PLUSBase Unit.
