A commercial office building in the UK needed to urgently upgrade its existing PSTN telephone system to a modern VoIP network due to the upcoming nationwide PSTN shutdown. This critical transition aimed to ensure continuous and efficient communications while streamlining operational management. Given the limitations of the existing infrastructure, the client sought a solution that would minimize disruptions, reduce installation costs, and facilitate a seamless migration to VoIP.
During the project bidding phase, the integrator identified Ourten's PoE over 2-Wire Extender solution as a strong candidate and conducted thorough initial testing to confirm suitability and performance.
The project faced several critical challenges, including:
1. Limited Wiring Infrastructure:
Existing infrastructure relied heavily on legacy 2-wire telephone cables, making new Ethernet cabling complex, costly, and disruptive.
2. Business Continuity Concerns:
Any prolonged downtime during the upgrade would significantly impact the daily operations of businesses within the office building.
3. Cost Constraints:
The necessity of extensive re-cabling could dramatically increase the project's costs, potentially exceeding the allocated budget.
After evaluating various alternatives, the integrator selected Ourten's PoE over 2-Wire Extender solution based on practical testing and performance verification. The primary benefits confirmed through testing were:
1. Utilization of Existing Cabling:
The solution effectively transmits PoE and data over existing 2-wire cables, completely eliminating the need for new Ethernet cables.
2. Rapid Deployment & Minimal Downtime:
Installation was swift and non-invasive, significantly minimizing business disruption. Ourten's plug-and-play design facilitated easy deployment.
3. Reliable and High-Quality Communication:
The extenders delivered stable, high-quality voice and data signals across distances of up to 500 meters, surpassing original requirements.
By implementing Ourten's PoE over 2-Wire Extenders, the commercial office building successfully transitioned from the old PSTN system to a fully operational VoIP system. The project achieved:
● Cost savings of approximately 50%, compared to traditional Ethernet rewiring solutions.
● Reduced project timeline by 60%, allowing businesses to continue operations uninterrupted.
● Highly reliable network performance, ensuring seamless voice and data communication.
The successful implementation garnered positive feedback from building management and tenants alike, establishing Ourten as a trusted partner in network upgrade solutions.
