Alcatel DMX3003N Digital Multiplexer

The Alcatel DMX3003N (also identified as the DMX-3003N) is a carrier-grade digital multiplexer shelf designed for legacy SONET and TDM telecommunications infrastructure. The system is modular, consisting of a base chassis that can be populated with various interface and power modules: Chassis/Shelf: Often referred to as the Muldem Shelf (Part: 694-9023-001) or Muldem Base Chassis. Power Supply: Requires a dedicated power module (Part: 694-9023-001 or 822-0258-001), typically operating on -48V DC power feeds. Functionality: Supports DS1 and DS3 signals, and in larger DMX families, expands to OC-3/12/48/192 levels for transporting voice, data, and SAN traffic. Expansion: Features multiple slots (up to 9 in a standard DMX shelf) for control cards, high-speed optical lines, and multipurpose growth groups. Dimensions: Standard rack-mount width of 17.6 inches and a height of 19 inches Weight: Approximately 38 lbs for an empty shelf and 57 lbs when fully populated with circuit packs.