A Remote DSLAM is simply a DSALM that is placed in a Remote Terminal instead of a CO (Central Office). It enables customers that are not within 18K feet of a CO to qualify for copper based DSL. Usually the Remote Terminal is fed by fiber and then copper is used from there to the residence.

•Siemens High Density Remote

• Remote DSLAM White Paper

Remote DSLAMs are usually placed within Remote Terminals that resemble outdoor cabinets as shown below.


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