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In today’s hyper-connected world, scalable and secure network infrastructure is essential for enabling digital transformation—and MCA’s Network Infrastructure Solutions Team (NIS) delivers. As Nokia’s top Value-Added Reseller in the U.S., we specialize in IP networking, MPLS routing, and fiber optical infrastructure built to support the demands of next-generation communications.
Our solutions are designed to help service providers, critical infrastructure operators, and large enterprises modernize legacy networks, expand high-speed connectivity, and streamline operations with intelligent routing and dynamic traffic management. From metro edge to core, MCA delivers the resilient, high-performance backbone needed to enable cloud services, data transport, and end-to-end user experiences.
Backed by a service-first approach and deep technical expertise, MCA empowers organizations to architect and deploy future-ready fiber and IP-based transport networks—ensuring reliable connectivity for 4G, 5G, and whatever comes next.
We deliver Nokia’s cutting-edge IP and Optical Networking solutions, featuring a comprehensive portfolio of high-performance routers, MPLS technologies, and fiber transport systems designed to support the evolving needs of modern networks. From metro aggregation and core routing to ultra-high-capacity fiber backbones, our solutions enable secure, scalable, and efficient connectivity. Built for sectors such as telecomms, utilities, public safety agencies, and data centers these advanced infrastructures support 4G/5G evolution, optimize data transport, and power the digital services that drive today’s connected economy.
As a trusted partner and top-tier reseller of Nokia’s advanced IP and MPLS routing technologies, MCA offers a comprehensive portfolio of cutting-edge network infrastructure solutions. Designed for cloud-scale, mission-critical, and service provider environments, our offerings span core, edge, access, and aggregation. Built for scalability, security, and precise connectivity, these solutions meet the dynamic demands of today’s modern IP networks.
Nokia’s IP/MPLS platforms, powered by their industry-leading FP5 and FPcx silicon, enable operators to build and scale high-capacity networks with confidence. Key features include end-to-end service assurance, line-rate encryption, and advanced traffic engineering. Whether supporting 5G transport, fixed-mobile convergence, or mission-critical enterprise backbones, these systems deliver the agility, resilience, and intelligence required for next-generation IP networking. Scroll to explore the solution portfolio >>
Purpose-built for high-capacity interconnection and aggregation, the 7250 IXR series is ideal for next-gen mobile transport, fixed-mobile convergence, and mission-critical networks. With flexible breakout options, including 4x100GE and 4x10GE, it supports diverse deployment models, whether as a standalone router or Ethernet Satellite extension. Running on Nokia’s SR OS software, the IXR series offers robust IP routing, high availability, and seamless integration into advanced IP/MPLS environments. Variants include IXR-e, IXR-Xs, IXR-s, and IXR-X1 to meet varying operational needs.
The 7705 SAR series is built for versatile access and aggregation, making it ideal for critical infrastructure and seamless migration from legacy to packet-based networks. Its multiservice capabilities include Ethernet, packet microwave, TDM, RS232, C37.94, and E&M interfaces, enabling industrial and utility networks to evolve into IP/MPLS-ready environments. With integrated security features like IPSec and NGE (select models) and the reliability of Nokia’s SR OS, the 7705 SAR ensures flexibility and robustness for hybrid, mission-critical implementations.
The 7730 SXR series offers high-performance routing tailored for access, aggregation, and service edge roles within CSP and mission-critical networks. Powered by FPcx silicon, it delivers 5 Tb/s full-duplex throughput and supports diverse interfaces from 1GE to 400GE, including coherent optics for advanced transport flexibility. Integrated security features, such as DDoS mitigation and line-rate encryption with ANYsec or MACsec, make it a standout platform. Running on Nokia’s SR Linux NOS, the SXR ensures open, programmable, and resilient networking for cloud-native and disaggregated architectures.
The 7210 SAS series provides cost-effective, high-density GE aggregation and service demarcation for enterprise, mobile backhaul, and utility access networks. Designed for flexibility, these routers deliver full line-rate throughput and can function either as standalone service access devices or as 7x50 Ethernet Satellite port extenders. Available in multiple configurations—including SAS-S, SAS-Sx, and SAS-Mxp—the platform is powered by Nokia’s SR OS, offering carrier-grade IP/MPLS routing at the network edge.
The flagship of Nokia’s IP/MPLS portfolio, the 7750 SR series is engineered for core and edge applications in CSP, webscale, and mission-critical networks. Featuring Nokia’s FP5 and FP4 network processors, it delivers up to 6 Tb/s half-duplex throughput and supports interfaces from 10GE to 1.6T clear channel. With deterministic performance, industry-leading service scaling, and advanced silicon-based security—including DDoS mitigation and ANYsec encryption—the 7750 SR offers rock-solid performance for high-demand infrastructures.
Nokia’s routing platforms are powered by FP5 and FPcx network processors, cutting-edge silicon engines delivering exceptional speed, scalability, and security. The FP5 achieves 6 Tb/s half-duplex throughput for high-performance edge and core networks, while the FPcx offers 5 Tb/s full-duplex throughput, ideal for access, aggregation, and smaller edge deployments. Both feature line-rate encryption with ANYsec and built-in DDoS protection, ensuring strong security and performance. These programmable ASICs enable Nokia to scale networks seamlessly from edge to core with reliable precision.
The Nokia 7750 DMS is a powerful DDoS mitigation platform designed to protect service provider and enterprise networks at scale. Powered by Nokia’s FP5 network processor, it delivers up to 2.8 Tb/s mitigation capacity in a compact 2RU design, ideal for handling advanced multi-vector attacks without sacrificing performance. Integrated with Nokia’s Deepfield Defender, it combines real-time network intelligence with stateful L4-L7 inspection to detect and neutralize volumetric, botnet, and application-layer threats efficiently. Whether deployed centrally or at the edge, the 7750 DMS enhances IP network security with the speed, accuracy, and scalability needed for 5G, cloud, and IoT.
MCA’s Nokia-powered Optical Networking solutions deliver scalability, reach, and precision for all transport needs—from metro edge to long-haul and subsea. Using Nokia’s award-winning photonic platforms, these solutions combine cutting-edge coherent optics, advanced ROADM systems, and intelligent automation to boost performance while simplifying operations. MCA helps service providers, data centers, and infrastructure operators expand bandwidth and reduce transport costs, whether deploying compact modular systems or high-capacity WDM transport.
Nokia’s 1830 optical platforms enable seamless multilayer integration, dense wavelength multiplexing, and advanced optical restoration for a unified convergence of packet, optical, and OTN layers. From agile metro connectivity to ultra-long-haul transport, the portfolio includes solutions like PSS, XTM, GX, and FlexILS—all designed for flexibility, automation, and sustainability. Powered by Nokia’s Photonic Service Engine (PSE) and Infinite Capacity Engine (ICE) technologies, MCA’s optical networking solutions deliver high-speed, low-latency transmission across any environment.
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The 1830 PSS platform is a modular and scalable optical transport solution designed for data center interconnect (DCI), metro, regional, and long-haul networks. It combines P-OTN switching with WDM technologies, powered by Nokia’s PSE-based coherent optics. Supporting high-density client interfaces from sub-1G to 400G, the platform offers advanced iROADM functionality and flexible configurations in chassis sizes ranging from 2RU to 14RU. With unmatched reliability, scalability, and multi-service transport capabilities, the 1830 PSS sets a new standard for modern optical networks.
Designed specifically for business and wholesale services, the 1830 PSS-x delivers unparalleled centralized P-OTN switching with a capacity of up to 48 Tb/s per chassis. Featuring compact coherent optics and high-density client interfaces, it ensures exceptional multi-layer, multi-service performance, complete with integrated restoration and protection capabilities. Available in 10RU and 21RU chassis sizes, the PSS-x is perfect for scalable, space-efficient deployments.
The 1830 GX CMT platform delivers high scalability and flexibility for metro, long-haul, and subsea networks. Supporting up to 9.6 Tbps per shelf and transponder capabilities from 100G to 1.2T per wavelength, the GX supports embedded and pluggable optics, Super C and Super L bands, and industry-leading power efficiency. It also features advanced open optical line system (OLS) functionality—from FOADM to ROADM—and leverages open APIs and streaming telemetry for seamless integration and automation across diverse environments.
The 1830 XTM series is purpose-built for optimized packet optical connectivity, from the edge to the metro core. Offering low-latency performance, robust synchronization, and support for point-to-multipoint optical architectures, it excels at transporting services like mobile backhaul, broadband access, and enterprise connectivity. Cost-efficient configurations support up to 400G, delivering high-performance metro transport in a compact and resilient design.
Tailored for metro and access networks, the 1830 ONE provides versatile multi-service packet-optical transport with integrated OTN switching and wavelength routing. It supports up to 200G access rates and 400G switching capacity, combining DWDM muxing with a modular, pay-as-you-grow design. As part of Nokia’s broader 1830 PSS portfolio, the ONE extends advanced capabilities further into the network edge, offering scalability and seamless integration.
The 1830 PSI is a compact, modular photonic line system that supports Nokia’s comprehensive range of ROADM and amplification technologies, including advanced CDC-F and C+L features. Tailored for space-constrained environments, it features front-to-back airflow, modular 4- and 8-slot chassis options, and both AC and DC power configurations. The PSI plays a vital role in building flexible, high-capacity optical networks with minimal footprint.
The 1830 PSD is a carrier-grade 10G demarcation solution designed for rapid deployment at customer premises. It offers low-latency Ethernet and wavelength services, optional link protection, and dual AC/DC power options within a compact, energy-efficient design. Its reliability and simplicity make it ideal for extending network services to the edge with confidence.
The 1830 SMS provides quantum-safe key management to secure optical transport networks. It supports centralized, scalable key distribution with synchronized key rotation, leveraging robust hardware-generated keys. Certified to industry standards such as CCEA, FIPS, ANSSI, and NIST, the SMS integrates seamlessly into Nokia’s optical security framework, ensuring end-to-end protection for critical infrastructure.
FlexILS is Nokia’s cutting-edge, open optical line system engineered for high-capacity networks. With support for C+L bands and spectrum-switched optical networking (SSON), it delivers seamless scalability through hitless upgrades and intelligent power management for subsea spans. Fully compatible with any transponder, FlexILS is highly automated via Nokia ADAPT and accessible through open APIs and telemetry, making it ideal for multi-vendor optical ecosystems.
The 1830 TPS is purpose-built for fronthaul and ultra-low latency applications, supporting IEEE 802.1CM-compliant Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN). It enables converged transport of CPRI, eCPRI, RoE, and Ethernet services with high-precision synchronization. Designed for mobile edge and industrial use cases, the TPS ensures reliable, deterministic performance in environments where timing is critical.
The 1830 LX enables ultra-long reach for unrepeatered terrestrial and subsea spans up to 400 km. Using high-power booster amplifiers, Raman amplification, and ROPA technologies, the LX integrates tightly with the 1830 PSS family. It extends the physical reach of optical networks while maintaining manageability through common network tools.
Nokia’s PSE and ICE coherent optics portfolio powers next-generation optical transport with pluggable and embedded solutions ranging from 100G to 1.2T. Built with advanced DSP and vertically integrated optics, these transceivers provide extended reach and energy-efficient performance across metro, long-haul, and subsea networks. Utilizing InP and SiPh technologies, they deliver compact form factors and low power consumption, enabling scalable, future-ready capacity for ever-evolving network demands.
MCA’s Nokia-based FTTx solutions deliver future-ready fiber access to homes, businesses, and mission-critical facilities with unmatched reliability and performance. Designed to support ultra-broadband applications and scale with ease, our solutions leverage Nokia’s industry-leading Passive Optical Network (PON) technologies, including GPON, XGS-PON, and 25G PON, to ensure fast, symmetrical, and cost-effective connectivity across residential, enterprise, and mobile backhaul environments.
Telecom operators face rising bandwidth demands while balancing cost efficiency and performance. Nokia's Passive Optical Network (PON) solutions help operators tackle these challenges with scalable, future-proof technologies. Innovations like the Quillion chipset and Lightspan platforms enable seamless network transitions, resource optimization, and exceptional service quality. From residential broadband to enterprise connectivity and 5G transport, Nokia’s PON technologies ensure networks meet current and future demands. Here's an overview of the key solutions driving fiber networking innovation.
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Nokia's GPON solutions offer a reliable and cost-effective foundation for fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) deployments, delivering high-speed broadband connectivity for residential and small business applications. With downstream speeds of 2.5 Gb/s and upstream speeds of 1.25 Gb/s shared across a single fiber line, GPON ensures efficient and scalable performance. Leveraging Nokia’s advanced Lightspan and ISAM platforms, operators can deploy GPON in flexible architectures with seamless upgrade paths to next-generation PON technologies. Its simplicity and affordability make GPON the ideal starting point for building future-ready fiber networks.
As bandwidth demands continue to grow, Nokia’s XGS-PON technology delivers symmetrical 10 Gb/s connectivity, supporting advanced applications like 4K streaming, telemedicine, remote work, and small enterprise services. Built on the same infrastructure as GPON, XGS-PON ensures smooth coexistence and easy upgrades, allowing operators to offer next-generation services without overhauling their networks. Integrated with Nokia’s robust Lightspan platforms, XGS-PON is designed to serve dense urban areas, multi-dwelling units (MDUs), and business hubs with superior reliability and performance.
Nokia’s 25G PON sets a new benchmark as the fastest commercially available PON technology, delivering an impressive 25 Gb/s downstream over existing fiber infrastructure. Ideal for 5G transport, premium enterprise connectivity, and high-performance smart city applications, 25G PON future-proofs fiber investments by enabling lightning-fast services on the same OLT hardware that supports GPON and XGS-PON. Powered by Nokia’s innovative Quillion chipset and Lightspan platforms, this technology ensures ultra-low latency, multi-gigabit performance, energy efficiency, and unmatched scalability.
Nokia's GPON solutions offer a reliable and cost-effective foundation for fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) deployments, delivering high-speed broadband connectivity for residential and small business applications. With downstream speeds of 2.5 Gb/s and upstream speeds of 1.25 Gb/s shared across a single fiber line, GPON ensures efficient and scalable performance. Leveraging Nokia’s advanced Lightspan and ISAM platforms, operators can deploy GPON in flexible architectures with seamless upgrade paths to next-generation PON technologies. Its simplicity and affordability make GPON the ideal starting point for building future-ready fiber networks.
From high-density urban rollouts to rural connectivity and multi-dwelling units (MDUs), MCA’s FTTx portfolio includes Nokia’s versatile Lightspan access nodes, intelligent Optical Network Terminals (ONTs), and multiservice access platforms for converged fiber. These solutions deliver end-to-end fiber access over a unified, software-defined platform. With powerful automation, open APIs, and support for multi-gigabit speeds, our FTTx solutions enable service providers and private operators to expand coverage, reduce operational costs, and accelerate their path to 10G and beyond.
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The Nokia ISAM FD series is a powerful, multiservice access platform designed for converged fiber and DSL broadband networks. Available in FD-8 and FD-16 shelf configurations, the platform supports GPON, point-to-point fiber, and VDSL2/35b with vectoring, offering speeds of 300 Mb/s and beyond. With options for hardened indoor and outdoor deployment and integrated voice capabilities, ISAM FD caters to both residential and business users while enabling a seamless transition to fiber. Powered by the advanced Quillion chipset, it delivers robust vectoring, MPLS support, and carrier-grade reliability.
The Nokia Lightspan DF series features compact, high-performance mini-OLTs ideal for distributed fiber deployments in low-density environments, such as MDUs, remote offices, or rural cabinets. Supporting GPON, XGS-PON, and 25G PON, these 1RU OLTs are temperature-hardened for outdoor or cabinet installations and support both distributed and disaggregated access architectures. Integrated with Nokia's Altiplano SDAN platform, Lightspan DF enables agile service delivery, real-time performance insights, and 20% lower power consumption compared to industry norms, making it an excellent choice for cost-effective broadband expansion.
The Lightspan FX series is purpose-built for large-scale FTTH deployments. These high-capacity OLTs, available in FX-4, FX-8, and FX-16 modular configurations, support GPON, XGS-PON, Multi-PON, and point-to-point services on a single platform. Ideal for converging residential, business, and mobile services, the FX series offers up to 16 line termination slots and two network card slots. With SDN programmability and a high-performance 2x100 Gb/s backplane, the FX series supports dense user deployments with unparalleled flexibility and bandwidth scalability.
The Nokia Lightspan MF series represents the future of broadband networking, supporting advanced fiber technologies like 25G PON, 50G PON, and beyond. It offers unmatched scalability and efficiency for converging residential, business, mobile, and smart city services onto a unified, software-driven access network. With modular designs, the MF series leverages Nokia's Quillion chipset and SDAN orchestration for automated service delivery and rapid deployment. This platform empowers operators to transition seamlessly from gigabit to multi-gigabit networks while maintaining exceptional performance and energy efficiency.
Nokia’s Lightspan SF series is a sealed, passively cooled outdoor fiber access node designed to deliver multi-gigabit services to even the most remote locations. Supporting GPON, XGS-PON, Multi-PON, and 25G PON, the SF platform is fully non-blocking and built to endure harsh conditions, with IP67-rated protection for strand, pole, cabinet, or wall installations. Flexible power options, including coaxial, AC, and DC, combined with integration into Nokia’s Altiplano SDAN platform, make Lightspan SF a practical and reliable choice for efficient fiber rollouts in diverse environments, from rural areas to urban rooftops.
The Lightspan SX and DX G.fast micronodes bring fiber-like gigabit speeds to MDUs where direct fiber installations are not feasible. The SX units are sealed for outdoor or basement use, while the DX units are rack-mounted for telecom closets. Supporting up to 16 ports, G.fast (212 MHz), and reverse power feed (RPF), these micronodes offer plug-and-play provisioning and integrate seamlessly with GPON and SDAN environments. With advanced vectoring and unified management, the SX/DX series extends fiber-grade connectivity to every corner of the building, overcoming even the toughest infrastructure challenges.
Nokia offers the most extensive range of optical network terminals (ONTs) in the industry, with over 150 million deployed worldwide. Whether you need a simple media converter, a cutting-edge Wi-Fi 7 residential gateway, or a business-class solution with advanced LAN and POTS support, Nokia’s ONTs ensure reliable, high-performance connectivity. Designed to support all fiber technologies—including GPON, XGS-PON, and 25G PON—these ONTs are versatile and optimized for residential, business, or mobile backhaul deployments. They also seamlessly integrate with Nokia’s mesh Wi-Fi systems, delivering flawless in-home coverage.
Nokia FastMile Gateways provide a fast and cost-effective way for service providers to deliver ultra-broadband connectivity using existing 4G or 5G mobile networks. Designed to deliver fiber-like speeds, FastMile combines high-gain antennas, advanced carrier aggregation, and intelligent beam steering for optimal signal strength and reliability—even in rural or suburban areas. Featuring built-in Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 7 and seamless mesh capabilities, these gateways ensure an exceptional in-home experience for streaming, gaming, and remote work. FastMile is an innovative solution for expanding broadband coverage and bridging the digital divide without the need for immediate fiber deployments.
Nokia’s WaveSuite is a powerful suite of automation tools designed to maximize your optical transport network. Built for scalability and performance, it simplifies the entire network lifecycle—from design to real-time monitoring and monetization. Seamlessly integrated with Nokia’s Network Services Platform (NSP) and supporting multivendor environments, WaveSuite offers SDN capabilities, intuitive control, and advanced analytics to boost efficiency and speed up revenue generation. WaveSuite empowers smarter decisions and innovation with tools like the Network Operations Center, Resource Controller, Health and Analytics, and Advanced Diagnostics. These applications enhance automation, ensure SLA compliance, and reduce complexity for modern hybrid optical networks.
Nokia’s Deepfield Defender is a powerful big-data analytics platform designed to deliver real-time, network-wide DDoS detection and mitigation. By combining telemetry data, DNS, BGP, and Nokia’s patented Deepfield Genome—a live feed of global internet content and services—Deepfield Defender provides unmatched visibility into traffic flows and threat patterns. It enables service providers to rapidly identify malicious activity, enforce security policies, and orchestrate automated mitigation actions across IP infrastructure, including the Nokia 7750 DMS. Deepfield Defender’s intelligent insights allow operators to protect subscribers, maintain service integrity, and adapt to evolving threat landscapes with exceptional accuracy, scalability, and cost efficiency.
MCA’s NIS team delivers customized, high-performance IP, MPLS, Optical, and FTTx solutions purpose-built for large enterprises, government agencies, public safety networks, and mission-critical utilities. Leveraging Nokia’s world-class technologies, we design and deploy fiber and IP-based infrastructures that deliver exceptional speed, scalability, and resilience. With decades of engineering expertise, our team ensures precise implementation, enabling clients to modernize operations, expand capacity, and confidently meet the demands of a rapidly evolving digital world.
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