MX2013000972A - Universal network interface device base module. - Google Patents

Abstract

An universal network interface device base module including an access module, a modem module electrically connected to the access module, a dividing structure placed between the access module and modem module, and a base plate, wherein the access module, modem module and dividing structure are mounted on the base plate.

Description

BASE MODULE FOR UNIVERSAL NETWORK INTERFACE DEVICE CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED REQUESTS This application is based on and claims the priority benefit of the U.S. Provisional Patent Applications. Nos. Of Series 61 / 407,578 filed on October 28, 2010, 61 / 411,489 filed on November 9, 2010 and 61 / 542,578 filed on October 3, 2011 in the US Patent and Trademark Office. , the descriptions of which are incorporated herein in their entirety by reference.

BACKGROUND 1. Countryside The invention relates to a base module for universal network interface device that can be easily installed. 2. Related Technique The FiOS u-Verse and Verizon AT & T installations require significant work by installation crews to reconfigure domestic wiring to provide service. An installation crew will need to connect a descent to the client's residence, and install an optical network terminal (ONT = Optical Network Terminal) for fiber-based services or install filters in the network interface device (NID = Network Interface Device) for services based on high bit rate digital subscriber lines (VDSL = Very Digital Subscriber Line). A second installation crew will then need to work within the client's residence, establishing a high-speed data route to the link / modem gate and reconfiguring the existing domestic cabling to provide service from the modem / gateway to the point-of -use. Although this methodology finally provides high quality customer service, it is intense in labor and costly for the service provider.

Additionally, this technical approach is dependent on the service provider. If a customer makes the decision to change service, the domestic cabling will need to be configured from a home network topology. This "new wiring" is even more time consuming and even more costly for the service provider.

Therefore, there is a need for a universal modular modem link gate that can meet some of the following objectives: 1. Provide a common base platform for the installer; 2. provide a common form factor for the access module (primary service provider / interface of customer facilities / media conversion); 3. provide a common form factor for the modem module; 4. provide a centralized point from which signals are distributed. the client's residence; and 5. provide a clear / simple methodology for technology / platform updates.

Wireless telephony continues to increase in the U.S. and abroad. With the introduction of new higher bandwidth protocols, such as 3G and 4G, and corresponding introduction of feature-rich smartphones, wireless service providers are under continuous market pressure to increase wireless coverage and bandwidth.

The current method to increase wireless coverage is to add new cellular towers and the corresponding main structure to support the increased wireless demand. Although this approach replicates the existing wireless infrastructure, this approach is capital intensive and slow to implement.

COMPENDIUM Exemplary implementations of the present invention address at least the above problems and / or disadvantages and other disadvantages not described above. It is also not required in the present invention that the disadvantages described above be overcome, and an exemplary implementation of the present invention may not overcome any of the problems cited above.

A first embodiment of a universal network interface device base module includes a universal network interface device base module with an access module; a modem module electrically connected to the access module; a dividing structure placed between the access module and the modem module; and a motherboard; where the access module, the modem module and partition structure are mounted on the motherboard.

The mode of a base module for universal network interface device may include a cable connecting the access module to the modem module.

The mode of a universal network interface device base module may include a dividing structure with an opening through which the cable passes.

The mode of a base module of interface device. universal network may include a dividing structure with a first detent on a first surface facing the access module and a second detent on a surface facing the modem module; the access module has a first recess in a surface facing the first surface of the dividing structure, such that the first detent fits in the first recess of the access module when the access module is mounted on the base plate; and the modem module has a first recess in a surface facing the second surface of the partition structure, such that the second detent fits in the first recess of the modem module when the modem module is mounted on the base plate.

The mode of a base module for universal network interface device may include a base plate with a plurality of flanges that butt-confine surfaces of the access module and the modem module.

The mode of a universal network interface device base module can include a base plate with at least one hinge assembly that can be used to mount the network interface device in an enclosure.

The mode of a universal network interface device base module may include an access module which is a DSLx module of a line.

The mode of a universal network interface device base module may include an access module which is a two-line xDSL module.

The mode of a universal network interface device base module may include an access module which is a GPON module.

The mode of a universal network interface device base module may include a modem module that is a wireless modem module.

The modality of a universal network interface device base module may include a dividing structure having a T-shape.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS Figure 1 shows an isometric view of a modality of a uNID base module.

Figure 2 shows a plan view of a modality of a uNID base module.

Figure 3 shows a side view of a modality of a base module uNID.

Figure 4 shows a transparent view of a modality of a base module uNID.

Figure 5 shows a transparent isometric view of a modality of a uNID base module.

Figure 6 shows an isometric view of a modality of an access module uNID.

Figure 7 shows a schematic of a modality of a uNID access module of a line.

Figure 8 shows a schematic of a modality of a two-line uNID access module.

Figure 9 shows a schematic of a modality of a passive optical network uNID access module capable of gigabit (GPON = Gigabit-capable Passive Optical Network).

Figures 10a and 10b show upper and lower isometric views of a modality of a uNID modem module.

Figure 11 shows a schematic of a modality of a uNID modem module.

Figure 12 shows an isometric view of a modality of a uNID modem module of a uNID baseplate.

Figure 13 shows a side isometric view of a modality of a uNID modem module on the uNID baseplate.

Figure 14 shows a modality of a base module uNID connected to a NID base.

Figure 15 shows a plan view of a modality of a uNID base module installed in a hinge plate assembly in a NID.

Figure 16 shows an isometric view of a modality of a uNID base module installed in a hinge plate assembly in a NID.

Figure 17 shows an isometric view of a modality of a uNID base module in the hinge plate assembly.

Figure 18 shows an isometric view of a modality of a uNID base module in the open hinge plate assembly.

Figure 19 shows a background view of a modality of an uNID access module.

Figure 20 shows a side view of a modality of an access module.

Figure 21 shows an end view of a modality of an access module.

Figure 22 is a system diagram of a typical FTTN / xDSL network.

Figure 23 is a functional diagram of a modality of a wireless uNID base module.

Figure 24 is a plan view of a modality of a wireless uNID base module.

Figure 25 is an isometric view of a modality of a wireless uNID base module.

Figure 26 is an isometric view of a modality of a wireless uNID base module, Figure 27 is a cross-sectional view of a modality of a wireless uNID base module.

Figure 28 is an isometric view of a modality of a wireless access module.

Figures 29a, 29b and 29c are top, side and bottom views of a wireless access module embodiment for a wireless uNID base module.

Figure 30 shows an isometric view of an alternative mode of a base module uNID.

Figure 31 shows a transparent isometric view of an alternative mode of a base module uNID.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION The following detailed description is provided to assist the reader in obtaining a complete understanding of the methods, apparatuses and / or systems described herein. Various changes, modifications and equivalents of the systems, apparatuses and / or methods described herein will be suggested to those with ordinary skill in the art. Descriptions of well-known structures and functions are omitted to improve clarity and accuracy.

Next, the exemplary embodiments will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. If the components are the same in the different drawings, the same item numbers are used in the possible proportion for ease of reference.

Figure 1 shows an isometric view of a modality of a universal NID base module (UNID = Universal NID) 1. Figure 2 shows a plan view of a modality of a base module uNID. Figure 3 shows a side view of a modality of a base module uNID. The base module uNID 1 includes three sub-components: an access module uNID 2; a uNID 3 modem module; and a uNID 18 base plate, which includes a dividing structure 4. The uNID 2 access module and the uNID 3 modem module and the partition structure 4 can be connected in the field and removed from the uNID 18 base plate. There are several module variants uNID access, including, but not limited to: an xDSL access module of a line (when xDSL is referred to in the specification, it may include any of an ADSL, VDSL, VDSL2, or other type of DSL); an xDSL access module with two lines; and a GPON access module. Figure 1 shows the xDSL variant of the access module. There are several variants of modem module uNID, including but not limited to: a one-line xDSL modem module; a two-line xDSL modem module; and a GPON modem module.

A threaded ground bolt 6 is mounted on the uNID 18 base plate. The board or printed circuit board 119 (PCB = Printed Circuit Board) of the access module uNID 2 (all variants) and the PCB 120 of the modem module uNID 3 are grounded on the uNID 18 motherboard when reconnected / installed. The uNID 1 base module is designed to be installed in customer premises in an internal wall (controlled environment) or in a mounting bracket in a NID that is installed either inside the customer premises (controlled environment) or in the exterior of customer facilities (external plant environment).

The access module 2 can have several power supplies, such as two IDC connectors 10, 11 (one of which is connected to an installation and one of which is connected to a telephone company), an RJ-31 12 power supply (which can used for an alarm). Alternatively, an RJ-45 can be used in place of an RJ-31 to install residential alarms. The access module 2 has a mounting hole 13, through which a screw 69 can be inserted to connect the access module 2 to the base plate uNID 18.

The modem module 3 may have a power supply, such as an RJ-45 power supply (which is connected to an installation) 9. It may also have modem status lamps 14 and one. power connection (if power-over-Ethernet is not available) 16. The modem module 3 may also have a cut-off 8 for an SC connector for a GPON modem. The modem module 3 may also have a power socket 16, such as for 12 vDC. The modem module 3 can have fins 22, which help to cool the modem module 3. The modem module 3 has a mounting hole 15, through which a screw 74 can be inserted to connect the modem module 3 to the uNID base plate 18. The modem module 3 has an access hole 17 for a tool, for use in detaching the retainer clip on the coupling plug 60 for the RJ-45 plug 30.

The uNID 18 base plate includes a pair of hinge assemblies 5, which allow the uNID 18 base plate to be mounted and balanced in an enclosure. The uNID 18 base plate may include a retaining bracket / fastener 6, which is temporarily removed or loosened and rotates approximately 90 degrees counterclockwise so that the uNID 18 base plate is hinged in an enclosure and reconnect / rotate after the uNID 18 motherboard is mounted in the enclosure. The retainer / holder bracket 6 prevents accidental removal of the uNID 18 base plate. Without the retainer bracket / holder 6, the uNID 18 base plate can be easily peeled off and slide out of the enclosure hinges when the uNID 18 base plate It balances the technician in the field, thus causing damage to the underlying components. The uNID 18 base plate can not be installed or removed with the retainer bracket / fastener 6 in place.

The uNID 18 base plate includes several clamping or lashing-type characteristics 7, which can be used for fiber / cable management or handling devices. The uNID 18 motherboard includes flanges 20, 21 and 24, which help maintain the access module 2 and the module. modem 3 on site. The flange 24 also provides additional thermal mass to the plate and aids the thermal collector from the modem module 3. The uNID 18 base plate includes a flange / handle 19, which allows the technician to more easily balance the uNID 18 base plate when in use. an enclosure The uNID 18 base plate includes a retaining bolt 23 which is used to connect the uNID 18 base plate to an enclosure, so that it can not swing.

Figure 4 shows a transparent view of a modality of a base module uNID. Figure 5 shows a transparent isometric view of a modality of a uNID base module. The uNID 2 access module (all variants) and the uNID 3 modem module (all variants) are connected with a cable, such as a CAT 7 26 cable. This cable is internally housed inside the base module uNID 1. Each cable end 26 has an RJ-45 connector 60, which can be inserted into the RJ-45 interconnects 29 and 30. The uNID access module 2 and the uNID 3 modem module have holes 28 and 27, which can be used to mount the printed circuit boards 191, 120 in respective modules to the uNID 18 base plate with bolts / uprights 32 and 32, for example. Figure 5 shows that the dividing structure 4 has an opening 31, through which the cable 26 extends. The dividing structure 4 can be made of plastic or any other suitable material, such as a cast or cast aluminum part.

While the embodiment shown in Figures 4 and 5 shows a cable 26 for connecting the two modules, the two modules can also be electrically connected by any commonly known board-to-board connectors. If board-to-board connectors are used, the use of the dividing structure will be optional.

Figure 6 shows an isometric view of a modality of an access module uNID 2. There are three variants of the access module uNID: a xDSL access module of a line; xDSL access module with two lines; and GPON access module. The two-line xDSL access module variant is shown. The side of the access module uNID 2 contains two detents 34 and 35. The detents 34 and 35 are aligned with keys / locators / projections 73, as shown in Figure 13. It is the combination of these detents 34, 35 and the flanges 20, 24 on the uNID 18 base plate which helps to locate the uNID access module 2 in the correct position in such a way that when the module has slid over the flange and butted against the dividing structure 4, the screw Assembly 69 is properly aligned and is ready to hold the modules to the tapered hole in the uNID 18 base plate. Since the tapered holes in the swing plate are below the modules, it is difficult to know where the hole is when the try to start the threading in the hole since this is a "blind type" assembly and the method discussed above helps to eliminate any guess or estimate regarding the location of the threaded hole.

Figure 7 shows a schematic of some of the characteristics of a modality of a uNID access module of a line. They include the IDC connector 37 (from the telephone office); RJ-31 38 power supply (alarm); Energized-By-Ethernet (not shown); RJ-45 interconnection 42 (CAT 7 cable to the modem module); IDC connector 39 (to the facilities). Other components include: POTS / xDSL Splitter 41 (POTS (DC at 4 kHz)) and xDSL (25 kHz to 8.5 MHz) - other xDSL band plans are possible); switchable voice module (SVM = Switchable Voice Module), which controls voice switching between POTS and VoIP, and line termination unit (HR = half-ringer) 40. Other possible options include: switching to place on line SVM or derive SVM; and SVM status LEDs. Multiple variants are possible due to the number of VDSL band plans.

Figure 8 shows a schematic of some of the characteristics of a modality of a two-line uNID access module. They include an IDC 43 connector for lines 1 and 2 (from the telephone office); RJ-31 38 power supply (alarm); energized-over-Ethernet (not shown); RJ-45 interconnection 42 (CAT 7 cable to modem module); IDC connector 44 for lines 1 and 2 (to installations (bi-directional)). Other components include: POTS / Separator xDSL 41 (POTS (DC at 4 kHz) and xDSL (25 kHz at 8.5 MHz)) - other possible xDSL band plans); switchable voice module (SVM), which controls voice switching between POTS and VoIP, and line termination unit (HR = half-ringer) 40; POTS / xDSL 46 Separator (POTS (DC at 4 kHz) and xDSL (25 kHz to 8.5 MHz)) - other xDSL band plans are possible); switchable voice module (SVM), which controls voice switching between POTS and VoIP, and line termination unit (HR = half-ringer) 45; Other possible options include: switching to place SVM on-line or derive SVM; and SV status LEDs. Multiple variants are possible due to the number of xDSL band plans.

Figure 9 shows a schematic of some of the characteristics of a modality of a passive optical network uNID access module capable of gigabit (GPO = gigabit-capable passive optical network). They include SCAPC 47 screen (single-fiber single-mode power) (other connectors can be used (SCUPC, LCAPC, LCUPC, etc.), Internet-powered (not shown), RJ-45 52 interconnection (CAT cable module) 7 a modem.) Other components include: WDM 48 (1310/1550 shown with 1550 downstream and 1310 upstream, 1310/1490 + 1550 (three-band WDM possible)); laser transmitter 53 and controller / modulator 56 (upstream transmitter); photodiode receiver 49 and controller / demodulator 50 (receiver downstream); I / O input / output busbar (I / O = input / output) 51 (buffer not shown); microprocessor / CPU 55 (total controller). Other design options include GPON status lamps. Multiple variants are possible due to the number of PON variants (B-PON, GE-PON, etc.).

Figures 10a and 10b show top and bottom isometric views of a modality of a uNID modem module 3. The uNID modem module shown is molded aluminum. Other materials may be used as required based on modem heat generation. A grid pattern 103 is formed at the bottom of the uNID 3 modem module to facilitate thermal transfer to the uNID 18 base plate. A cavity for interconnect cable 57 is also shown. The side of the uNID 3 modem module contains two latches 58 and 59. The detents 58 and 59 are aligned with keyways / locators / projections similar to keyways / locators / projections 73 that are on the opposite side of the divider structure 4, as shown in Figure 13. It is the combination of these seals 58, 59 and flanges 21, 24 on the uNID 18 base plate which helps to locate the uNID access module 3 in the correct position in such a way that when the module has slid over the flange and butted against the partition structure 4, the mounting screw 74 is properly aligned and is ready to clamp the modules to the tapered hole in the uNID 18 base plate. Since the tapered holes in the movable frame plate are below the modules, It is difficult to know where the hole is trying to start the threading in the hole since this is a blind type assembly "and the method discussed above helps to eliminate any guess or estimate regarding the location of the threaded hole.

Figure 11 shows a schematic of some of the characteristics of a modality of a uNID 3 modem module. They include an energized-over-Ethernet or power socket 117; UPC (CPU) 113 with memory 111 (such as flash and RAM); GigE / P and 115 busbar; an energy regulating filter 116; a POTS / VoIP relay and control 112; broadband access termination element 114, which can support ADSL / ADSL 2+, VDSL / VDSL2 +, SHDSL attached and GPON; an interconnection RJ-45 110 (for connection to the access module uNID 2); and connector RJ-45 118 (to the installations).

Figure 12 shows an isometric view of a modality of a uNID Modem Module on the uNID 18 motherboard.

Figure 13 shows a side isometric view of a modality of a uNID modem module on the uNID 18 baseplate.

Figure 14 shows a mode of a base module uNID connected to the base NID 61. The hinges of the base plate uNID 5 are connected to the hinges 62 in the base NID 61. A typical base NID 61 will have several openings 63 and 64 a through which cables can be connected to the uNID access module and the uNID modem module. A typical NID base 61 may also have gas shields 65 that provide illumination for surge protection.

Figure 15 shows a plan view of a modality of a uNID base module installed in the hinge plate assembly in a NID 61 with a cover 66.

Figure 16 shows an isometric view of a modality of a uNID base module installed in the hinge plate assembly in a NID.

Figure 17 shows an isometric view of a modality of a uNID base module in a hinge plate assembly.

Figure 18 shows an isometric view of a modality of a uNID base module in the open hinge plate assembly. The uNID 18 motherboard defines two interior compartments. The upper compartment is the area on the uNID 18 base plate. The lower compartment 67 is the area below the hinge plate assembly and a NID surface. This smaller compartment can serve as a storage area, where a secondary module, such as a Box for satellite TV interconnection, can be installed, or other components can be stored.

** Figure 19 shows a bottom view of a modality of an access module uNID 2. Screws / bolts 32 are used to connect a printed circuit board 119 to the housing of the access module. These screws / bolts 32 mechanically and electrically (earth) connect the cover of the uNID access module, printed circuit board 119, and the uNID 18 base plate. It also shows the pin 69 that is used to connect the uNID access module 2 to plate uNID 18. Depression 70 is a location for a label for product identification.

Figure 20 shows a side view of a modality of an access module uNID 2. It shows separations 71 and 72 that keep the printed circuit card 119 in place.

Figure 21 shows an end view of a modality of an access module uNID 2.

Figure 22 is a system diagram of a typical FTTN / xDSL network. An Ethernet 75 service switch (such as Alcatel-Lucent 7450) is installed in a switchboard and connects to a fiber optic fiber backbone cable Fl. The Ethernet 75 service switch transmits voice, data / internet, and video downstream content to the ISM FTTN 76 system (such as Alcatel-Lucent 7330), and receives voice and data / Internet service content upstream of the ISM FTTN system . The ISM FTTN 76 system is connected to the service area interface (SAI = service area interface) 78 by a copper trunk F2. The ISM FTTN 76 system transmits voice, data / internet, and voice content in an xDSL format to and receives voice, and data / internet content in a DSL format of specific F2 copper lines in a cabinet for service area interface. Energy is also supplied to the service area interface 78 by a power source 190 VDC 77. ** dxllal5 ** dxllal5g Í3p ok PJ A number of copper twisted pair lines F2 are assigned to a specific universal access modem / gateway 84. At least one, but typically two lines of twisted pairs are designed to carry both voice, data and video content in an xDSL and of energy CD (DC). The DC energy is used to energize the universal link modem / gate 84. At least one, but possibly two, lines of twisted pairs are designed to carry DC power to the wireless radio 79 connected to the universal link / modem gate 84. This energy CD is provided by a modem with the IST FTTN system but can be provided by a separate unit.

The universal link / modem gate 84 performs the following functions. It provides a demarcation point between the landline telephony network and the wireless network. Separates the CD energy of the xDSL signal in the access module and provides front or user filtering of bidirectional DSL signal to and from the modem. Energy and xDSL information are provided to the modem module 80 by an internal interconnect cable. It also provides means to combine Ethernet modem input / output lines and additional power to wireless radio 79 using a single cable. An example of a wireless radio 79 is the Alcatel-Lucent Metrocast 9364. It also provides means for installing auxiliary equipment near the wireless radio 79. The universal link / modem gate also includes gas shields 84 to provide lightning protection to the module. Access 80 and modem module 81. An Ethernet / Power 82 cross-connection block combines modem input / output cable and additional power lines in a single cable.

Figure 23 is a functional diagram of a modality of a wireless uNID base module. The uNID base module includes the following. An access module uNID 85. A two-line access module uNID 85 is shown with the input that comes through the IDC connector 89. A version of a line can be implemented based on the need of the bearer. The uNID access module 85 separates the CD energy from the xDSL signal of both lines (93). The uNID access module 85 provides front end filtering of the xDSL signal (91, 92). The uNID 85 access module provides a single output through an RJ-45 84 connector to the uNID 86 modem module with up to two xDSL lines and up to two CD power lines.

The gas shields 87 provide protection against lightning surges to the uNID access module 85 and the uNID 86 modem module.

The uNID 86 modem module provides communication to / from the ISM FTTN system to / from wireless radio, from the RJ-45 connector 90. The uNID modem module includes a power source / power regulator 96; UPC 98 with 97 memory (such as flash and RAM); GigE / Phy Bus 99; a broadband access termination element 100, which can support ADSL / ADSL 2+, VDSL / VDSL2 +, linked SHDSL and GPON; an interconnection RJ-45 95 (for connection to the access module UNID 85).

The Ethernet / Power 88 cross-connection block combines modem input / output cable and additional power lines in a single cable.

Figures 24 to 26 show views of a modality of a wireless uNID 101 base module in a NID. An uNID access module 102 and a uNID 3 modem module are installed on a uNID 18 baseplate. The uNID 18 baseplate is connected to the NID by hinges as discussed above. Gas shields 65 are installed in the lower center of the NID for easy connection to ground cables and the access module uNID 102. An Ethernet / power cross connection block 88 is installed in the lower right corner of the NID.

The typical cable routing configuration is as follows: Copper input cables enter NID at one or both of the input ports on the left. This cable is routed clockwise around the box. The pairs carrying the xDSL signal and CD energy are connected to the gas shields. A ground wire. Is connected to the upright 6 on the uNID 18 base plate to which both gas shields are connected.

A twisted pair bridge is connected to the gas shield posts to the uNID access module 102 that feed IDCs. An interconnect cable connects the uNID access module 102 and the uNID 3 modem module.

The modem input / output is routed or routed clockwise and connected to the power / Ethernet cross connection block. The pairs of input cables carrying DC power are only routed clockwise around the NID and connected to the Ethernet / power cross connection block.

The Ethernet radio cable enters the NID in the lower right corner. This cable is routed counterclockwise around the NID and connected to the Power / Ethernet Cross Connection Block.

Figure 27 is a cross-sectional view of a modality of a wireless uNID base module in a NID.

Figure 28 is an isometric view of a mode of a wireless uNID access module 102. It is similar to the access module uNID 2. However, it only has an IDC connector 104.

Figures 29a, 29b and 29c are a top, side and bottom view of a modality of a wireless access module uNID.

Figure 30 shows an isometric view of an alternative mode of a base module uNID. It has a dividing structure in the form of T 109 instead of the dividing structure 4.

Figure 31 shows a transparent isometric view of an alternative mode of a base module uNID.

Advantages and benefits of the invention include the following: • Common base plate, access module and Form Factor modem module - this minimizes variation in manufacturing design and reduces cost.

• Modularity.

· Modules can easily be replaced / changed by technicians for installation - from service provider. This provides an easy means for service providers to replace defective modules or replace installed modules with new or updated modules.

· Centralized home network management point. The system allows installers to provide service from one point.

• The technology supports solutions based on copper and fibers by using different uNID access modules and a common uNID modem module.

• When a uNID base module is installed in a NID, the mechanical design allows the co-installation of other technologies. For example, a satellite TV connection box can be installed in NID. This option is necessary in rural areas that may have high-speed Internet service but insufficient bandwidth to provide video service.

• Common architecture for network gliders.

• Modular access modules - variants of 'one or two lines.

• Base platform can be used in landline or wireless applications.

• Low cost means using a landline FTTN network as the backbone or backbone for wireless service.

Although few exemplary embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that changes in this embodiment can be made without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined in claims and their equivalents.

Claims (23)

1. A base module for a universal network interface device, characterized in that it comprises: an access module; a modem module electrically connected to the access module; a dividing structure placed between the access module and the modem module; and a motherboard; where the access module, modem module and partition structure are mounted on the motherboard.

2. The base module for universal network interface device according to claim 1, characterized in that it also comprises a cable that connects the access module to the modem module.

3. The base module for universal network interface device according to claim 2, characterized in that the dividing structure has an opening through which the cable passes.

4. The base module for universal network interface device according to claim 1, characterized in that the dividing structure has a first detent on a first surface facing the access module and a second detent on a surface facing the modem module; the access module has a first recess in a surface facing the first surface of the partition structure such that the first detent fits in the first recess of the access module when the access module is mounted on the base plate; and the modem module has a first recess in a surface facing the second surface of the partition structure, such that the second detent fits in the first recess of the modem module when the modem module is mounted on the base plate. .

5. The base module for universal network interface device according to claim 1, characterized in that the base plate comprises a plurality of flanges that butt-confine surfaces of the access module and the modem module.

6. The base module for universal network interface device according to claim 1, characterized in that the base plate comprises at least one hinge structure that can be used to mount the network interface device in an enclosure.

7. The base module for universal network interface device according to claim 1, characterized in that the access mode is a xDSL module of a line ..

8. The base module for universal network interface device according to claim 1, characterized in that the access module is a two-line xDSL module.

9. The base module for universal network interface device according to claim 1, characterized in that the access module is a GPON module.

10. The base module for universal network interface device according to claim 1, characterized in that the modem module is a wireless modem module.

11. The base module for universal network interface device according to claim 1, characterized in that the dividing structure is T-shaped.

12. An enclosure for a network interface device, characterized in that it comprises: an enclosure; a base module for a universal network interface device comprising: an access module; a modem module electrically connected to the access module; a dividing structure placed between the access module and the modem module; and a motherboard; where the access module, the modem module and the partition structure are mounted on the motherboard.

13. The enclosure for universal network interface device according to claim 12, characterized in that it also comprises a cable that connects the access module with the modem module.

14. The enclosure for universal network interface device according to claim 13, characterized in that the dividing structure has an opening through which the cable passes.

15. The enclosure for universal network interface device according to claim 12, characterized in that the dividing structure has a first detent in a first surface facing the access module and a second detent in a surface facing the modem module the access module has a first recess in a surface that faces the the first surface of the dividing structure, such that the first retainer fits into the first recess of the access module when the access module is mounted on the base plate; and the modem module has a first recess in a surface facing the second surface of the partition structure, such that the second detent fits in the first recess of the modem module when the modem module is mounted on the board base.

16. The enclosure for universal network interface device according to claim 12, characterized in that the base plate comprises a plurality of flanges that abut the surfaces of the access module and modem module.

17. The enclosure for universal network interface device according to claim 12, characterized in that the base plate comprises at least one hinge assembly that is used to mount the module of the network interface device in the enclosure.

18. The enclosure for universal network interface device according to claim 12, characterized in that the access module is a xDSL module of a line.

19. The enclosure for universal network interface device according to claim 12, characterized in that the access module is a xDSL module with two lines.

20. The enclosure for universal network interface device according to claim 12, characterized in that the access module is a GPON module.

21. The enclosure for universal network interface device according to claim 12, characterized in that the modem module is a one-line xDSL module wireless modem module.

22. The enclosure for universal network interface device according to claim 12, characterized in that the dividing structure is T-shaped.

23. The enclosure for universal network interface device according to claim 12, characterized in that a storage compartment is formed between a surface of the base plate and a surface of the enclosure.