Adtran demonstrated its Coherent 100ZR QSFP28 coherent pluggable operating over a DWDM metro ring configured with equipment at the Adtran booth as well as the Coherent Corp. and OFCnet booths.
The demo shows how operators can benefit from efficient and cost-effective deployment of coherent 100Gbit/s services with minimal power consumption and zero footprint increase.
Adtran said its Coherent 100ZR is purpose-built for the optical network edge, with its QSFP28 form factor and power specification enabling easy and cost-effective upgrades to 100Gbit/s data rates by plugging directly into existing head-ends, switches and routers. The DSP enables the pluggable device to comply with the 5-watt QSFP28 specification.
The product was co-developed by Adtran and Coherent Corp.
Adtran is also developing low-power silicon photonics integrated circuits that will enable even faster and more energy-efficient solutions across a wide range of applications.
“This demo is a significant milestone for network operators looking to expand their business capabilities. It highlights how our Coherent 100ZR can be easily and affordably integrated into a metro aggregation network, eliminating the need for costly infrastructure changes,” said Saeid Aramideh, VP of business development at Optical Engines, Adtran.
“The technology we’re showcasing here will be a game-changer for service providers. It offers the ability to easily deploy coherent 100Gbit/s connectivity with compact footprint and lowest power consumption. By bringing coherent technology to the optical edge, we’re providing operators with a cost-efficient solution to upgrade edge aggregation networks to 100Gbit/s,” commented Ross Saunders, GM of Optical Engines, Adtran. “Our Coherent 100ZR will also boost sustainability by lowering our customers’ carbon footprint. What’s more, it offers a way to deliver an improved experience for end-users by supporting higher data rates and improved service reliability.”
