100 Gbit networks are coming this year
With a significant rollout starting in the data center and the first deployments of 100-Gbit/s transport in the long-haul network, 2010 is the year for 100G. Over the past eight years, many companies have made major investments in 40-Gbit/s technology with relatively little return, but with an eye on 100G. For some, that investment will now deliver a return, as 100G takes over for 40G as the highest-speed networking solution.
Cloud computing, video, remote storage, and other bandwidth-intensive services are driving demand for higher-speed connectivity. Data center and enterprise network managers must replace existing 10-Gbit/s links with 100-Gbit/s links to meet user expectations and business needs. Carriers are upgrading transport links to 100 Gbit/s or more as suitable solutions become available. To meet these needs, equipment providers are developing new systems with 40-Gbit/s and 100-Gbit/s interfaces that cover distances from a few meters to several hundred kilometers. During 2010 there will be significant investment by equipment vendors in 40GE and 100GE solutions for both the data center and enterprise backbone.
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It’s all well and good for the vendors to push 100GE services but the majority of ISP’s throughout the world still struggle to support 10GE (STM64….OC192) due to the limitations of the currently deployed fibres. The cost of replacing these fibres that can deal with excessive PMD issues etc are cost prehibitive. The outlay on the DWDM equipment is minimal compared to the cost of replaciung the fibres in the ground. Most providers are reluctant…if not unwilling/unable to make these Outside Plant changes.