Tellabs has a long legacy of building carrier-grade access and transport platforms that continue to operate reliably in networks around the world. The brand later became part of the Coriant portfolio and subsequently Infinera, with much of the original Tellabs installed base remaining technically sound and operationally important. At TXO, our experience supporting Tellabs equipment demonstrates how expert repair, testing and refurbishment can extend asset life, protect network continuity and maximise the value of proven infrastructure. This approach helps operators maintain reliable networks while supporting more sustainable, long-term network strategies.
Why TXO is your trusted supplier
- Circular economy leader: extending the life of telecom hardware, reducing waste
- Rapid delivery: same-day dispatch to minimise downtime
- Expert repair services: proactive fixes, advance replacements, retrofitted modifications
- Global reach: nearly 1M parts in stock, 8M more via partners
- Quality guaranteed: OEM-compliant testing, ESD facilities, comprehensive warranty
Tellabs equipment supply
- Shelves configured to your requirements or individual line cards for spares
- New & refurbished items for all major platforms
- Legacy equipment supported even when OEM no longer provides service
Optical transceivers
- Custom coding and distance verification for modern and legacy applications
- Wide range of Tellabs compatible optical transceivers
- Tested in our 5,000 ft² UK lab across ethernet, DWDM, SDH, OTN, GPON
Repair services for Tellabs equipment
- Retrofits to overcome design flaws (e.g., water ingress prevention)
- Over 12,000 parts repaired last year
- Advance replacement service with immediate dispatch from inventory
- Proactive component replacement to extend lifespan
Supported platforms
We support a wide range of Tellabs platforms across SDH, multiservice, routing and mobile backhaul networks. This includes the 5500 SDH platform, 6300 SDH/cross-connect, 8100 multiservice platform and 8800 routers, which are widely used for MPLS and mobile backhaul.
If there’s a platform you need support with that isn’t listed, please get in touch – it’s likely we’ll still be able to help.
FAQ
- Does TXO supply refurbished Tellabs equipment?
Yes – we stock, and ship refurbished Tellabs equipment, often at 90% lower cost than OEM.
- What warranty comes with Tellabs equipment?
All items are tested, repackaged, and shipped with a comprehensive warranty.
- Can TXO repair legacy Tellabs platforms?
Absolutely – our repair centre specialises in legacy and end-of-life equipment.