Carrier Ethernet Transport
Why Ribbon NPT (Neptune Platform)?
Ribbon NPT combines high-performance IP routing with modern packet transport – ideal for scalable, secure and future-proof network infrastructures.
Efficient IP routing
Carrier-grade routing with support for the latest protocols such as EVPN, Segment Routing, and H-VPLS
Parcel transport with MPLS & SDN
IP/MPLS and MPLS-TP support for latency-optimized data transfer and SDN-based control
Scalable & Flexible
Modular design for metro, edge and core networks
Cost-effective
Consolidate IP and optical networks for better bandwidth utilization and ROI
High availability & security
Integrated network management, protection mechanisms and redundancy functions
Ready for the future
Optimized for applications such as 5G, IoT, and data-intensive services
Ribbon Neptune – the platform for operators who want to make their transport networks powerful, flexible and digitalisation-proof.
Some features:
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Scalable up to 400 Gbit/s: Ideal for Access, Aggregation & Core
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Advanced QoS & Traffic Management: incl. H-QoS, MPLS & Segment Routing
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Precise synchronization: Via IEEE 1588v2 & SyncE for 5G & Time-Critical Services
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SDN-capable: Centralized Control & Real-Time Optimization
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Comprehensive OAM tools: Incl. Y.1731, 802.1ag & Y.1564 for SLA monitoring
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Energy-efficient & space-saving: For Modern Network Environments
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Multi-Service Support: Ethernet, MPLS, IP & CES in parallel
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High security & availability: With MACsec & <50 ms protection switching