5G Onyx Architecture Solution Brief

Overview

GXC’s 5G private wireless solution delivers carrier-grade performance with enterprise-grade simplicity. The fully integrated, scalable solution eliminates the complexities and operational overhead associated with traditional telecom deployments.

• Seamless Integration – GXC unifies 5G radio, transport, and core components into a cohesive system, eliminating multi-vendor complexity and enabling fast, reliable deployment.
• Cost-Optimized Architecture – Runs on scalable infrastructure and commodity hardware with flexible licensing, lowering total cost of ownership.
• Easy Deployment, Built-In Flexibility – Pre-integrated components and intuitive management tools simplify deployment and operations—even for IT teams without deep telecom expertise.
• High-Capacity, Low-Latency Design – Built for real-time responsiveness and large-scale connectivity, the solution supports bandwidth-intensive applications, concurrent device traffic, and mission-critical services.
• Streamlined Security and Operations – Integrated tools for SIM lifecycle management, security policy enforcement, and software updates provide centralized control with minimal operational overhead.
• Future-Ready by Design – GXC’s architecture supports software-defined upgrades, modular expansion, and full alignment with 3GPP and Open RAN standards—keeping your network ready for tomorrow.

Key Concepts

GXC 5G Architecture

Core System Components

• Onyx Edge: Integrated Edge Compute Platform – A compact, all-in-one on-site appliance that integrates the 5G Core, Central Unit (CU), and Distributed Unit (DU). Onyx Edge enables low latency, local breakout, and on-premises application hosting—streamlining deployment and reducing external dependencies.
• 5G Core (5GC) – Embedded within Onyx Edge, the 5G Core manages control and user plane functions such as authentication, session management, and mobility handling. This ensures data sovereignty and real-time responsiveness for enterprise applications.
• Radio Access Network (RAN) – Implements a 3-layer RU–DU–CU architecture using the O-RAN 7.2x functional split. Real-time processing occurs at the edge (DU), while the CU handles centralized control—enabling proximity-based radio access and high-performance, low-latency communications.
• Transport Layer – Connects the Onyx Edge to distributed RUs via high-speed, time-synchronized links using IEEE 1588v2 Precision Time Protocol (PTP) and Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE). This enables deterministic performance, low jitter, and precise timing for 5G fronthaul and TDD alignment.
• Fronthaul Multiplexer (FHM) – Aggregates and synchronizes traffic between the DU and connected RUs. FHM abstracts individual RUs into a unified radio layer, simplifies network design, and ensures cohesive coverage with minimal operational overhead.
• Onyx Portal – A cloud-native management interface providing a single pane of glass for configuring, monitoring, and managing private networks. It offers real-time visibility into network, equipment, and subscriber metrics, simplifying enterprise deployment and operations. The portal also supports integration with external systems via open APIs.

Onyx Portal Dashboard

• Mesh Node – Enables wireless backhaul between a GXC Gateway Node and Access Points (APs) using self-interference mitigation techniques. Paired with a Mesh AP and orchestrated via the Onyx Platform, it delivers rapid, cable-free coverage extension—ideal for environments where wired infrastructure is unavailable.

Functional Capabilities

• 5G Standalone – 5G deployment model that delivers low latency, high throughput, and flexible architecture through an on-premises, service-based core.
• Open RAN-based Private Wireless – Offers significant advantages including reduced costs using commercial off-the-shelf components, flexibility in selecting edge compute and radio units from multiple vendors, and support for a wide range of global frequency bands. Additionally, it enables transparent and touchless software upgrades, supports feature evolution—such as ultra-low latency, RedCap, and zero-frame drop broadcasting—without requiring hardware replacement. Critically, it allows for phased integration with existing infrastructure, avoiding costly rip-and-replace scenarios while ensuring scalable, future-ready connectivity.
• Shared Cell Architecture with a Unified Radio Layer – Enables multiple RUs to function as a single logical cell under one DU enabling more efficient spectrum utilization. This architecture improves user mobility, eliminates intercell interference, and simplifies RF planning—particularly in high-density environments like factories and warehouses.
• DAS Support and Integration – Support for both passive and active Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) enabling shared infrastructure for public and private networks. It supports 1, 2, or 4-port MIMO distribution, automatic CBRS SAS registration, and both RF and O-RAN DAS interfaces—delivering centralized, cost-effective coverage even in complex venues.
• High-Capacity, Flexible Spectrum Support – Supports up to eight simultaneous carrier frequencies and synchronized TDD operation, allowing for optimized uplink/downlink balance, expanded coverage, and efficient spectrum utilization.
• CBRS and Open Standards Support – Fully compatible with CBRS and other localized spectrum bands. Adheres to O-RAN and 3GPP standards, ensuring vendor interoperability and seamless integration into existing enterprise IT infrastructure.
• End-to-End Security – Embedded across all layers, including SIM-based authentication, role-based access control, traffic segmentation, encryption, and secure management protocols. This ensures robust security and regulatory compliance.

Summary

GXC’s 5G private wireless solution empowers enterprises with a future-ready network designed for performance, flexibility, and control. With an edge-based architecture, it delivers low latency and high-capacity throughput, making it ideal for real-time, bandwidth-intensive applications.

Built on open standards and engineered for rapid deployment, GXC’s 5G platform delivers robust security, operational agility, and long-term scalability—ensuring your network is ready for today and adaptable for tomorrow.

Contact GXC

To get in touch with GXC, please visit https://gxc.io/contact-us/.