ZTE has unveiled a new series of backhaul solutions for LTE Small Cell technology, for network operators to meet rising subscriber demand for mobile broadband. ZTE's new series offers multi-module support and provides choice to operators in customizing their backhaul networks based on their own requirements, announced the company. 

The deployment of Small Cell networks also places more stringent demands on backhaul technology, with increased emphasis on high capacity, low-cost, security and speed of network construction. According to company, its new series of backhaul solutions for LTE Small Cells will help operators address these technical challenges, offering support for a wide range of data transmission methods, including packet bearer network backhaul solution, fixed broadband backhaul solution (through PON, xDSL and Cable), Microwave Wireless backhaul solution, WiFi Non-line-of-sight (NLOS) Wireless backhaul solution and TD-LTE backhaul solution. 

ZTE’s LTE Small Cell backhaul solutions can also be fitted with transmission modules for DSL, PON, Cable, Wifi and TD-LTE. This can help operators reduce the cost of site rental, and enable easier engineering implementation, cutting the total cost of ownership. The support for wireless transmission modules such as Wifi and TD-LTE also addresses the non-line-of-sight (NLOS) challenges of network construction in urban areas.