Pointing to Mobile Data Centers, Microsoft Urges Rejecting 12 GHz NPRM
Benefits of 5G should come without jeopardizing satellite in 12 GHz, Microsoft representatives told aides to FCC Commissioners Jessica Rosenworcel and Geoffrey Starks, per an RM-11768 post Monday. It said it plans to use SpaceX's Starlink constellation to offer satellite…
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connectivity between its field-deployed modular data center and cloud resources globally, with connectivity on a primary or secondary basis using the band. It said the ruggedized data center is intended for areas where temperature, humidity and surfaces are challenging. Citing possible harmful interference to Starlink user terminals from mobile service, Microsoft urged rejecting the NPRM on Wednesday's agenda (see 2101060061). It said spectrum sharing between mobile services and non-geostationary orbit satellites isn't achievable in the band, and if the FCC goes forward, it should issue a notice of inquiry.