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Which uplink options are supported?

The MA5608T supports GE and 10GE uplink interfaces through dedicated uplink boards, enabling flexible integration into aggregation or core networks. Link protection and redundant uplink configurations are supported.

What is the recommended optical power range for GPON on the MA5600 Series?

Typical GPON optical power budget:
1. OLT Receiver (Rx): –8 dBm to –27 dBm
2. ONU Receiver (Rx): –8 dBm to –27 dBm
Proper optical design is required to prevent ONU flapping caused by excessive split ratios or fiber degradation.

What management and software features are supported?

The device supports IPv4/IPv6 dual stack, QoS, VLAN and QinQ, IGMP/MLD, OAM, remote maintenance, and full compatibility with Huawei NMS platforms.

What is the maximum access capacity supported by the MA5608T chassis?

Depending on installed service boards, the MA5608T can support up to:
1. 4,096 GPON subscribers (with typical 1:64 split ratio)
2. 2 service slots for PON boards
Actual capacity depends on optical budget, splitter design, and upstream network planning.

Which software version should be used? Is upgrading to the latest version necessary?

For carrier networks, the priority is:
1. Version stability
2. Board compatibility
3. Feature consistency with existing equipment
Use a widely deployed, mature version rather than the newest release. Always prepare a rollback plan before upgrading