Molex Demonstrates Next-Generation 100GbE and 400GbE Optical Solutions
Summary
The new 100G Lambda MSA specifications address the technical design challenges of achieving optical interfaces utilizing 100 Gbps per wavelength PAM-4 technology, and multi-vendor interoperability.The 100G Lambda MSA enables 100 GbE with reaches of 2 and 10 kilometers and for 400 GbE with a reach of 2 kilometers over duplex singlemode fiber (SMF) successfully tested for optical interoperability during their private 100G Lambda MSA Group plugfest.Aggregating four 100 Gbps per wavelength lanes, the technology platform will also offer 400G versions such as 400G DR4, 400G FR4, and 4x100G for breakout applications.Molex brings together innovation and technology to deliver electronic solutions to customers worldwide.With a presence in more than 40 countries, Molex offers a full suite of solutions and services for many markets, including data communications, consumer electronics, medical, industrial, automotive, and commercial vehicle.