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Optical Networking Solutions

A new era of open networking

Smartoptics provides innovative optical networking solutions for a new era of open networking. They focus on solving network challenges and increasing the competitiveness of their customers. Our customer base includes cable and telecom operators, cloud providers, Internet exchanges, governments and thousands of enterprises.

OPEN, SMART AND AMBITIOUS

As a challenger in the market, Smartoptics is dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service and driving innovation through open, intelligent design.
Smartoptics leverage modern software design principles and expand network horizons by taking an open approach in everything they do. This empowers the customers to break free from unwanted vendor lock-in, remain flexible and minimise costs
Smartoptics is a Scandinavian company founded in 2006. Partnering with leading technology and network solution providers, and they hold numerous certifications and approvals from major switching and storage solution providers such as Brocade, Cisco and Dell.

Flexible Open Line Systems

Flexible and future-proof open line systems for DCI and metro networks supporting IP-over-DWDM

DCP is a versatile platform designed to support a wide range of open optical networks, from simple point-to-point connections to complex ROADM-based ring and mesh topologies. Offering scalability up to 400 Gbps, DCP provides a flexible and cost-effective solution for building high-performance optical networks.

Key Benefits

Open Architecture
Disaggregates the functionality of traditional optical transport systems, enabling greater flexibility and cost-efficiency.
Scalability
Supports a wide range of network configurations and bandwidth requirements.
Versatility
Available in three variants (DCP-M, DCP-R, DCP-F) to cater to different network needs.

Ideal Applications

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Data Centres
Interconnecting data centres and cloud platforms.
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Metro and Regional Networks
Providing high-capacity, low-latency connectivity.
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Access Networks
Supporting fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) and other access technologies.
DCP is a versatile platform designed to support a wide range of open optical networks, from simple point-to-point connections to complex ROADM-based ring and mesh topologies. Offering scalability up to 400 Gbps, DCP provides a flexible and cost-effective solution for building high-performance optical networks.

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Solution Brief 
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DCP is a versatile platform for building open optical networks, supporting various topologies (point-to-point, ring, mesh) and speeds (1-400 Gbps). Its open architecture allows for flexible customization and improved cost-efficiency.
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DCP-R Family: A family of ROADMs (Reconfigurable Optical Add/Drop Multiplexers) designed for flexible wavelength management in metro and regional networks. Download to find out more about the Open Architecture, Multiple Traffic Formats, Versatility and Modular Design.
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The DCP-F Family is a family of pluggable, active optical units designed to enhance the flexibility and cost-effectiveness of optical networks. Providing cost-effective Open Line Systems and Versatile Topologies.
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The DCP-M Open Line system is a plug-and-play solution that simplifies the deployment and management of optical networks. With ease of use simplified management

Modular Transponders
& Muxponders

Layer 1 transport for feature-rich and scalable network expansion

The DCP transponder and muxponder series offer a plug-and-play solution for expanding your network. These devices are based on open standards, ensuring compatibility with Smartoptics open line systems and other vendor equipment. This flexibility allows you to build and scale networks according to your specific needs. They enable flexible deployment of DWDM functionality throughout your network.

By leveraging DCP transponders and muxponders, you can enhance your network’s capacity, reach, and performance while maintaining a high degree of flexibility and compatibility.

Smartoptics transponders and muxponders

High density modular platform
  • Low latency design tailored for DCI and metro networks
  • Low power consumption
Distributed open DWDM architecture
  • Open network philosophy, no hidden license fees
  • Modular building practice
  • Support for IP-over-DWDM
SIMPLIFIED NETWORKING AND COST EFFICIENCY
  • Plug and play
  • Low operating costs
  • Encapsulated modules for easy handling

Find out how easy Smartoptic solutions really are

Solution Brief 
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Simplifying 100G DWDM Connectivity for Corporate Data Centres
When dealing with most corporate data centres, the primary focus is on managing internal connections due to the concentration of traffic within these facilities. In such environments, a straightforward approach involving standard transceivers and cable assemblies can effectively connect 100G traffic within the equipment rack or across the data centre floor. This solution is typically sufficient for scenarios where data transfer between data centers or across geographic distances is not a major concern.
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400G Solution Brief Summary
400G DWDM technology is becoming increasingly important due to rising demands for bandwidth in data centres and networks. This is driven by factors such as cloud computing, video streaming, and data replication. Enterprises and service providers are seeking efficient and cost-effective 400G solutions to meet their growing connectivity needs.
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Smartoptics Brocade Alliance

Complete end-to-end solutions for FC SAN connectivity layer 1 tested by Brocade.

Smartoptics is the only vendor whose complete end-to-end solutions are layer 1 tested by Brocade. Not just transceivers or multiplexers, but systems that allow intelligent long-distance connectivity based on embedded WDM principles without the need for stand-alone DWDM platforms. 

With Smartoptics’ embedded solutions, Brocade users with mission-critical workloads such as banks, retailers and government agencies can connect as many SAN & WAN Internet switch links (ISLs) as required, regardless of speed, over a dark fibre network.

Four reasons to choose Smartoptics for your Brocade DCI

Certified

Uniquely certified optical solutions

Low latency

The lowest latency and smallest footprint

Easy

Streamlined troubleshooting out-of-the box

Full Support

Support for FC and Ethernet in the same solution

Brocade tested products that include a selection of our 16G and 32G transceivers, multiplexers, and active open-line systems, which address dispersion and amplification and allow for smart, long-distance connectivity based on embedded DWDM principles. Using the Smartoptics DCP-M solution, customers can expect ranges of up to the typical 80 km for both 16G and 32G FC.

Unlike previous switch generations, Brocade Gen 7 requires secure optics functionality, meaning only certified transceivers can be used with Brocade Gen 7 switches. Non-approved, third-party optics may not even be recognised when inserted. The Smartoptics 16G and 32G FC transceivers are the only certified DWDM optics to be used with Brocade Gen 7. The Smartoptics solutions also fully support the powerful diagnostics, troubleshooting, and loopback features that come with Gen 7, which are directly out of the box and without any manual configuration needed.

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