This IDC study assesses the global market potential for DSL access multiplexer (DSLAM) equipment from 2005 through 2010. IDC breaks down DSLAM equipment revenue and port shipments by geographic region, including the United States, Europe, Asia/Pacific, and the rest of the world (ROW). IDC further segments the global market by DSL flavor (ADSL, G.SHDSL, VDSL).

"Worldwide DSLAM equipment revenue will peak in 2006 and begin a slow decline throughout the end of the decade, dropping from $3.1 million in 2006 to $2.7 million in 2010 with a five-year CAGR of -1.5%. This is due to market saturation as network coverage nears its peak in developed countries as well as ongoing price erosion," states David Emberley, research manager, Telecommunications Equipment.