The Nortel NTFN20EB is a Voice E1 function processor for the Passport 6400/7400 wide-area switching platform, built specifically to carry channelised voice traffic over an E1 trunk rather than the data-only tributary function of the standard E1 cards on the same chassis. It terminates an E1 circuit and processes its 30 usable timeslots as individual voice channels, letting a Passport node function as part of a voice-over-packet or channelised-voice aggregation path alongside its data-switching role. This positions it in the NTFN-prefix function-processor family alongside the platform’s other E1, DS1 and V.11 cards, but built for voice signalling and channel processing rather than pure data throughput. Passport nodes carrying voice traffic over E1 were a common building block in carrier and large-enterprise voice networks before the wider shift to VoIP, and a number remain in service on legacy voice-over-packet infrastructure. Tech-Star (UK-based, shipped worldwide) stocks Passport voice function processors for ongoing network maintenance.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Nortel NTFN20EB refurbished or new?
Tech-Star supplies both new and refurbished Nortel NTFN20EB. Refurbished items are tested and graded against manufacturer specifications; the condition is confirmed at quote.
What warranty is included with the Nortel NTFN20EB?
Refurbished Nortel NTFN20EB comes with a 90-day parts and labour warranty as standard. Extended warranty options are available on request.
How do I get a price for the Nortel NTFN20EB?
Pricing reflects current stock and lead time, so we quote per enquiry. Submit the part number through the contact form for a quote, typically within one business hour.
Can the Nortel NTFN20EB be returned?
Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery in line with our return policy. A restocking fee may apply for opened items.
How quickly can the Nortel NTFN20EB be delivered?
Lead time depends on current stock. UK-based items typically ship the next business day; sourced items vary. We confirm lead time at quote.