Siemens introduced a “Broadband Plus!” solution for streamlining and automating the residential broadband lifecycle. Siemens’ Broadband Plus! uses the latest DSL Forum device management specifications to provide end-to-end management and interoperability across DSL client devices, network platforms and back-end systems. Components of this solution include the company’s SpeedStream Residential Gateway and its tango Subscriber Manager system. The tango software suite guides subscribers through setup, gateway, PC and service configuration. The tango Subscriber Manager then maintains a database of subscriber-specific attributes and their related devices.
The solution is offered by Siemens Subscriber Networks, an affiliate of Siemens Information and Communication Networks. http://www.usa.siemens.com/
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