Miniature Programmable Network Interface Device
MiNID is a field-programmable miniature L2/L3 Network Interface Device (NID), available as an SFP sleeve and in a standalone enclosure. Part of RAD’s Distributed Network Functions Virtualisation (D-NFV) portfolio and provides, with ETX-2 and ETX-5, RAD’s Service Assured Access (SAA) solution.
MiNID provides a revolutionary platform for instant upgrade of legacy switches and routers by transparently enveloping SFPs, preserving existing investments by enabling reuse of equipment and seamless deployment over multiple access infrastructure types. MiNID delivers reliable bandwidth with end-to-end SLA assurance guarantees.
MiNID is a true plug-and-play solution. Its zero-touch provisioning capabilities enable easy installation by anyone. The NID sleeve is pluggable into standard SFP ports, and provides comprehensive OAM tools with remote management, enhancing demarcation, performance monitoring and fault diagnostics.
MiNID offers service providers, mobile operators and wholesale carriers the perfect solution for assurance in business services, allowing the introduction of new services quickly while increasing operational efficiency.
