14 DAY TRIAL // Nokia and the Russian operator Megafon announced that they have successfully tested data transmission at 3.6 Mbps speed using HSDPA technology. The test took place at one of Megafon sites in Saint Petersburg. Nokia provided Megafon with the network equipment that was used in the live tests, including base stations, radio network controller and 3G core network equipment.
HSDPA is an extension of the WCDMA 3G standard. Currently, Nokia's HSDPA software enables 3.6 Mbps data speed from base station to user device. Nokia HSPA is a simple software upgrade to Nokia WCDMA networks, allowing for a fast and cost-effective rollout. Nokia HSPA is made up of two key technologies, HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) and HSUPA (High Speed Uplink Packet Access), enabling downlink data speeds of up to 14.4 Mbps and uplink data speeds of up to 5.8 Mbps.
"We are pleased to extend our cooperation with OAO Megafon to HSDPA tests. The trial has proved that HSDPA can be implemented in the Megafon network," says Alexander Ukhanov, Account Manager, Networks, Nokia. "The advantages of HSDPA are evident; the technology will enable operators to launch the most innovative services with minimal investments in the infrastructure, and the users will get a convenient and quick access to various services and content."