How to build a flexible and cost-effective high-speed access network based on FTTB plus LAN architecture

In this paper we propose an approach of building a modern high-speed access network based on FTTB+LAN architecture in multi-dwelling buildings where cat. 5 copper infrastructure is available and can be used. Presented approach allows building easy-to-deploy and cost-effective access network as compared to another FTTH and FTTB-based topologies. Thanks to flexible network design various service profiles cohabitation in one access network is possible. The study presents also methods of how to carry user traffic in effective way within the considered architecture. The proposed approach was verified during a field trial, which results are discussed in the paper.