- Zayo and Infinera successfully complete a live network trial, achieving 1 Tb/s transmission over 1,391 km using Infinera’s ICE7 optical engine.
- The trial demonstrates the potential to deliver up to 64 terabits of capacity, addressing growing AI and enterprise demands.
What happened: Record-breaking transmission on North American Network
Zayo and Infinera have achieved a major milestone by completing a live network trial that delivered 1 Tb/s transmission over a 1,391 km route between Sacramento, California, and Salt Lake City. Powered by Infinera’s ICE7 optical engine, the trial demonstrated the ability to provide 32 terabits of C-Band capacity, with potential to double bandwidth to 64 terabits using L-Band.
This success highlights Zayo’s capacity to integrate advanced technologies like ICE7 into its industry-leading network, ensuring high capacity, speed, and efficiency. The trial underscores Zayo’s commitment to meeting the growing demands of AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise needs with cost-effective solutions.
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Why it’s important
The successful trial by Zayo and Infinera marks a significant advancement in network capacity and efficiency. Achieving 1 Tb/s transmission over a major North American route demonstrates the potential to deliver unprecedented levels of bandwidth, crucial for supporting high-bandwidth applications like AI and cybersecurity.
Infinera’s ICE7 optical engine, featuring advanced high-speed optics, reduces cost per bit and power consumption while enhancing network reach. This integration into Zayo’s extensive network infrastructure highlights the company’s ability to meet increasing customer demands with innovative solutions. The trial’s success sets a new industry benchmark, showcasing the future of high-capacity, cost-effective network transmission.
