CommScope has announced three Open RAN (Radio Access Network) advances to its network portfolio--fac facilitating open, sustainable, and converged 5G indoor networks. CommScope is introducing support for third-party Open RAN Distributed Units (O-DUs) on its flagship all-digital ERA®? DAS (distributed antenna system) as well as the Open RAN-compliant ONECELL®?

small cell. Additionally, CommScope is seamlessly supporting Open RAN on its in-building radios. CommScope is adding native Open RAN interface support for ERA systems, extending current support for third-party interoperability.

This allows venues to adopt open 5G connectivity that is completely digital--not only for the ERA, but also for MNO (mobile network operator) and private network connectivity. The ERA platform's O-DU support enables new deployment models with zero-touch configuration, performance, and minimal in revenue MNO footprints that can reduce the environmental impact associated with traditional DAS deployments by nearly 90%. For the ONECELL platform, CommScope is extending its current virtualized open fronthaul access to support third-party O-DUs--an industry first.

This enables MNOs to leverage both native small cell and new Open RAN integration options while accelerating multi-operator 5G adoption for enterprises. CommScope's extension of Open RAN support to its software-defined radios--ac across both the ERA and ONECELL platforms--converges and simplifies radio selection, making it easier for customers to adapt to evolving technologies while benefitting from seamless, high-quality cellular coverage.