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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.

2nd Gen XGS ONT

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 will begin in June 2025 and run through to launch.​ Current forecasts put our launch in October/November 2025.

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.

June 2025

RSP testing via CCIL lab

RSPs will be able to test the new ONT on the correct software version in CCIL and labs.

Late 2025

RSP readiness check

Confirmation with RSPs that you are ready for the 2nd Gen XGS (Hyperfibre) ONT to start being installed in the production network.

Oct/Nov 2025

Expected introduction of 2nd Gen XGS (Hyperfibre) ONT

Stock of 1st Gen XGS ONT forecast to run out. Introduction of the 2nd Gen XGS ONT.

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