This baseband module is designed to be agile and enable long-term network evolution. The in-node modularity of the AirScale System Module（NOKIA ASIB) is key to lean entry and decoupled scalability of the compute power for radio access network layers 1, 2, and 3 and integrated transport functionality – essential for the rapidly changing traffic requirements of new use cases and deployment scenarios of the 5G era.

The AirScale System Module simplifies 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G Single RAN deployments, streamlines multi-band sites and powers multi-site baseband hotels.

The concept of in-node scalability through addition and coexistence of Single RAN plug-in cards for base and high capacity requirements optimizes total cost of ownership (TCO). Plugging-in the latest cards, when and where additional frequency layers or network densification demand the extra capacity, ensures access to the latest high-performance, energy efficient technology, while maximizing the use phase of the installed base.

Nokia AirScale baseband plug-in cards

Scaling capacity made flexible and efficient

The latest AirScale baseband plug-in cards drive capacity up to 84 Gbps throughput and 90,000 simultaneously connected users. This is the capacity to drive 5G forward, towards more immersive user experiences and advanced enterprise use cases. Thanks to the use of the latest technology, these cards are highly efficient and decouple traffic growth from power consumption.

Leverage the modularity of AirScale baseband: new and earlier plug-in cards work together - ensuring latest SoC injection into the installed base

Granular in-node composability: the right upgrade steps

Common system NOKIA ASIB 473764A for 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G.