Samsung Networks and Vodafone, in collaboration with AMD, demonstrated an end-to-end call with the latest AMD processors enabling Open RAN.
The demo was conducted in Samsung’s R&D lab in Korea. Key components included:
- Samsung’s vRAN software: This versatile and O-RAN-compliant software virtualizes the RAN, providing flexibility and scalability. AMD EPYC 8004 Series processors: These powerful processors from AMD delivered the performance needed for the demanding network environment.
- Supermicro‘s Telco/Edge servers: These specialized servers optimized for telecom and edge computing provided the robust hardware foundation.
- Wind River Studio CaaS platform: This containerization platform supported the efficient deployment and management of the software components.
The companies will demonstrate its test result exceeding 1Gbps throughput for multi UE on multi-cell configuration at #MWC24.
Samsung and Vodafone said the demo reflects their ongoing commitment to the Open RAN market.
“Open RAN represents the forthcoming major transformation in advancing mobile networks for the future. Reaching this milestone with top industry partners like Samsung and AMD shows Vodafone’s dedication to delivering on the promise of Open RAN innovation,” said Nadia Benabdallah, Network Strategy and Engineering Director at Vodafone Group. “Vodafone is continually looking to innovate its network by exploring the potential and diversity of the ecosystem.”
“This collective effort marks a key milestone for the mobile network industry to steer Open RAN forward, by embracing multiple providers at every layer of the network stack. The demo illustrates Samsung’s commitment to delivering the full potential of mobile networks by embracing openness,” said June Moon, Executive Vice President & Head of R&D, Networks Business at Samsung Electronics. “Samsung is constantly working with other technology frontrunners to offer operators the means to transform their networks and capitalize on the diversity of the Open RAN ecosystem.”
