Expansion of fiber optics commences in the Swabian marketplace
In an exciting development, Deutsche Telekom has announced plans to expand its fiber optic network in the Bavarian town of Markt Schwaben. The project, set to commence in August 2025, aims to connect around 7,000 households and businesses to the high-speed network.
The new fiber optic network will bring internet speeds of up to 1,000 megabits per second, enabling digital learning, working, streaming, and gaming simultaneously with unparalleled stability. This expansion is expected to be completed by early 2028.
Fiber optic cables offer numerous advantages over traditional copper cables. They are less prone to interference and more robust against external influences, ensuring a more reliable connection. Furthermore, fiber optic is good for the climate as it consumes less energy than the copper network.
For property owners, the fiber optic expansion could increase the value of their property. In multi-family houses with three or more units, the house connection is usually provided for free with the owner's consent. Homeowners of single or two-family houses will also receive a free house connection when they book a tariff.
Tenants can book a fiber optic tariff at www.telekom.de/glasfaser. For those unsure about suitable devices for the fiber optic connection, advice will be available from Telekom sales representatives in Markt Schwaben.
The official groundbreaking will take place at the end of September 2025. Initial work will begin on August 18th in the Burgfeld/Münterstraße area. Deutsche Telekom will lay around 40 kilometers of fiber optic cable directly to the homes and install 39 new network distributors.
To make the most of the fiber connection's speed, suitable devices include a fiber optic modem or ONT (Optical Network Terminal), a router with a gigabit Ethernet WAN port, Ethernet cables (Cat 5e or better), and compatible end devices with Ethernet ports or Wi-Fi capability.
Deutsche Telekom typically provides or recommends ONTs/modems that are compatible with their fiber service. For full utilization of the fiber connection's speed, routers and network equipment should support gigabit or faster speeds.
Information events will take place in Markt Schwaben to provide more information on availability, tariffs, and the installation process. Telekom will also deploy info mobiles in Markt Schwaben, dates for which will be announced soon. For companies in Markt Schwaben, a hotline is available at www.telekom.de/vollglas.
The first customers should be connected in a few months. For those interested in the fiber optic expansion in Markt Schwaben, it's recommended to stay updated on www.telekom.de/glasfaser for the latest news and information.
The fiber optic expansion will not only enhance the town's connectivity with high-speed internet but also integrate data-and-cloud-computing technology, allowing for simultaneous digital learning, working, streaming, and gaming. This technological upgrade is a significant step that aligns with Deutsche Telekom's commitment to offering efficient, energy-saving, and reliable solutions in Markt Schwaben.
The new fiber optic network, with its advanced infrastructure, offers a plethora of benefits, including reduced interference, greater robustness, and less energy consumption compared to traditional copper cables, making it an essential part of Deutsche Telekom's technology portfolio.
