2nd Generation XGS (Hyperfibre) ONT Introduction
We're introducing a new 2nd Gen XGS (Hyperfibre) ONT to replace the current ONT that was introduced in late 2019.
Overview
We have been working through the preproduction steps associated with the introduction of the new 2nd Gen Hyperfibre ONT.
In February 2024 we put this consultation and subsequent delivery on hold due to issues found in testing with the Nokia XS-240X-A ONT that could not be resolved.
We can now confirm that the new 2nd Gen XGS ONT is the Zyxel PM7507.
Timeline and next steps
Consultations on the new ONTs took place near the end of 2024, during which we gathered and discussed your feedback.
RSP ONT testing began in May 2025. Thank you to those that tested and gave us feedback.
As with the GPON ONT, technicians will deplete existing van stock of 1st Gen Hyperfibre ONTs before full deployment of the new 2nd Gen XGS ONT.
Soft launch is planned for 9 November 2025 in CSA1 (South Island patch) and CSA9 (Northern Auckland).
Full Launch will be on 10 December 2025 across all areas as techs run down stocks of 4th Gen ONTs.
11 Sept to 10 Dec 2024
RSP consultation process and impact assessment
RSP workshops to discuss Capabilities of the ONT, rollout plan, testing, mounting and the customer experience, etc. Industry feedback gathered.
1/2 Oct 2024
RSP workshop 1
Chorus intends to run workshops to keep you up to date on how we progress through this project. These will cover your feedback, ONT capabilities, rollout plan, testing, mounting and the customer experience, etc.
3 Dec 2024
RSP workshop 2
Chorus present the selected ONT model(s) based on requirements and feedback.
11 Dec 2024
Notice to implement change given
Formal notice of new LFC hardware introduction issued.
12 Dec 2024
2nd Gen XGS (Hyperfibre) ONT test plans provided to RSPs
Chorus test plans provided to the industry through the TCF Forum.
Feb 2025
Label design workshop
Chorus workshop to look at the design of the labels for the new ONTs.
Mar 2025
Select a new ONT
2025
Service company training
Documentation updated and training rolled out to service companies on the new ONT.
27 July 2025
RSP testing via CCIL lab
RSPs will be able to test the new ONT on the correct software version in CCIL and labs.
10 November 2025
Soft launch
Technicians will start installing Type 210 ONTs in CSA 1 & 9
10 December 2025
Full launch
Technicians will start installing Type 210 ONTs in all areas
What's next
RSP ONT Testing will be available from late July 2025.
Make sure that you have added the new ONT values to systems that use B2B and APIs before 10 November 2025.
Make sure that your staff are aware that we will start installing these on 10 November 2025.
The SP site and ONT support pages will be updated before this release.
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