China Mobile's Jiangsu Branch and ZTE complete the industry's first pilot of 5G RRU hibernation

• ZTE's FDD-TDD dual-band RRU offers hibernation technology, with standby power usage as low as 3 watts, as it pursues the ultimate energy efficiency of zero-load and zero-consumption
• China Mobile's Jiangsu Branch and ZTE have successfully concluded the first 5G RRU hibernation pilot

Changzhou, China, 10 November 2023 - ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of information and communication technology solutions, has partnered with China Mobile's Jiangsu Branch to successfully pilot the industry's first 5G zero-carbon RRU (Remote Radio Unit).

In a groundbreaking achievement, the pilot trial conducted in Changzhou, China, demonstrated the application of RRU hibernation technology, with standby power consumption as low as 3W. This innovation represents a significant milestone in the development of zero-carbon base stations, further supporting energy-efficient 4G/5G dual-band dual-mode base stations.

ZTE, the pioneer in introducing "zero-load, zero-consumption" 5G base station hibernation technology, has successfully achieved countrywide commercial deployment of 5G AAUs (Active Antenna Units) since June 2022. This groundbreaking approach leverages a seamless integration of hardware architecture and software algorithms to achieve unprecedented energy savings, reducing RF equipment power consumption by over 99%. With a straightforward software upgrade, an AAU can lower the energy consumption of a 5G base station to under 5W in idle mode, surpassing the energy efficiency of common household LED lamps.

The hibernation technology, initially designed to be awakenable on demand, has evolved to encompass RRUs (Remote Radio Units) due to ongoing technological progress. Through their collaboration, China Mobile Jiangsu Branch and ZTE have effectively conducted the pilot program in Changzhou, introducing the industry's first awakenable "zero-carbon" RRU. Rigorous testing and verification have demonstrated that the RRU's standby power consumption can be as low as 3W during idle periods. This RRU can swiftly respond to the network's user demands, activating within approximately one minute when required. This rapid response enhances the user experience and elevates service quality.

A new awakenable RRU has now been added to the "zero-load, zero-consumption" family. This remarkable innovation represents the industry's first FDD+TDD dual-frequency, dual-mode integrated RRU. Thanks to its capacity for streamlining network equipment and simplifying network deployment, the RRU has seen extensive adoption within China Mobile's network infrastructure. Its versatility and efficiency contribute to a more agile and cost-effective network environment.

Moving forward, China Mobile's Jiangsu Branch and ZTE will continue their collaborative efforts to further develop green 5G technology, providing consumers with more reliable and efficient communication services. This partnership aims to make substantial contributions to sustainable development and the promotion of environmentally friendly communication solutions.

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