Alcatel‑Lucent 9500‑MPR ODU 300 11GHz Microwave Radio – MPT 3DB23035AEAA01

The Alcatel‑Lucent 9500‑MPR ODU 300 is a state‑of‑the‑art outdoor microwave radio operating in the 11 GHz band. Identified by product code 3DB23035AEAA01, this unit is designed for short‑ to medium‑haul backhaul applications in urban and suburban environments. It delivers multi‑gigabit throughput with advanced adaptive modulation, making it ideal for mobile network densification, enterprise connectivity, and temporary event coverage.

The 11 GHz band provides a good balance between capacity and rain attenuation, supporting hop lengths up to 10‑15 km with high spectral efficiency. The ODU 300 platform integrates a powerful packet processor, 10 Gigabit Ethernet interface, and comprehensive synchronisation features. Its compact form factor and low power consumption enable mounting on street furniture, towers, and rooftops.

This variant includes enhanced filtering and receiver sensitivity, ensuring reliable operation in congested frequency environments. It supports 1+0, 1+1, and 2+0 configurations for capacity and protection.

Technical Specifications

• Product Type: Microwave Outdoor Unit

• Model: 9500‑MPR ODU 300

• Part Number: 3DB23035AEAA01

• Frequency Band: 10.7 – 11.7 GHz

• Channel Bandwidths: 7, 14, 28, 56, 112 MHz

• Modulation: QPSK to 4096 QAM (adaptive)

• Max Throughput: Up to 2.5 Gbps (full duplex)

• RF Output Power: +24 dBm (adjustable)

• Receiver Sensitivity: –66 dBm for 4096QAM

• Antenna Interface: P120 flange

• Ethernet: 4 x 1GE, 1 x SFP+ (10GE)

• Timing: SyncE, IEEE 1588v2, 1PPS

• Power Supply: –48 VDC via IF cable

• Power Consumption: 50 W typical

• Operating Temperature: –40°C to +60°C

• Protection Rating: IP67

Key Features

• Adaptive modulation with hitless switching.

• ATPC for power optimisation.

• Integrated Ethernet switching and VLAN.

• Carrier‑grade synchronisation for TDD 5G.

• Built‑in diagnostics and spectrum analysis.

Deployment

Ideal for cell site backhaul, small cell aggregation, and enterprise trunking. Managed via 9500 MPR IDU with full OAM support.

Reliability

MTBF > 170,000 hours, NEBS Level 3, ETSI environmental standards.

Conclusion

The Alcatel‑Lucent 9500‑MPR ODU 300 11GHz radio offers a powerful, reliable solution for high‑capacity wireless backhaul, combining performance, flexibility, and robust design.