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Bouygues taps Nokia increased capacity, efficiency

Key-coded connectors eliminate multi-fibre errors

platform, extending the network life of deployed systems while scaling capacity. Nokia will also evolve Bouygues Telecom’s existing Nokia security gateway services by deploying its FP5 powered, SR-1 routers and the 7750 Extended Services Appliance (ESA) to meet the increased capacity and scalability demands of mobile broadband services. Jean-Paul Arzel, chief tech- nology officer at Bouygues Telecom, said, “We have had a long relationship with Nokia, and we were looking for a reliable future-ready solution to help us evolve our IP network to match our growing customer base. The upgrade of our IP network with FP5 will allow us to balance capacity and sus- tainability to deliver the best customer experience.”

Nokia expands its long-term relationship with Bouygues Telecom by supplying its market-leading FP5-based IP routers to modernise the operator’s IP core network and expand the capacity of its security gateway solutions. Nokia’s solution includes its 7750 Service Router (SR) platform, which is powered by its ground- breaking FP5 routing silicon. The FP5, a key part of Bouygues Telecom’s selection, is a significant enabler for building higher- capacity IP networks that are more energy efficient.

OMC has announced a new family of key-coded SMA fibre optic connectors with “clockface” style multiple keyways in up to 50 different orientations as standard. Originally designed in response to a customer request for a keyed connector for a four- channel installation, the new family of key-coded SMA connectors overcomes installation errors by effectively engineering them out. OMC 0065plains that in a multi-channel system, the usual way of connecting each fibre optic cable to the correct transmitter or receiver on the PCB is to tag each cable with an ident sleeve and match them up based on an installation plan, but this method is by no means fool-proof, and time-consuming errors are

quite easily made. Each variation of OMC’s new family of key-coded SMA housings and connec- tors have all the benefits of the SMA connector; robustness of design, sim- plicity of installation and a secure locking nut; but also features two keyways – one master keyway at the 12 o’clock position to fix the orientation, and a second keyway which can be in one of multiple other positions around the clock to fix the channel number. Using this key-coded system, it is impossible to connect the wrong fibre optic cable to the wrong transmitter or receiver device. Connectors and device housings with custom keyway positions for greater numbers of channels are also possible on request should the application require it.

The FP5’s future-ready 800GE capability will

also accelerate Bouygues Telecom’s ability to scale and sustainably meet future traffic growth. Nokia’s system design innovation ensures an easy upgrade to FP5 from the existing FP4

QuantLR, PacketLight announce successful integration

of sensitive data, resistant to eavesdropping and hacking attempts. The collaboration between the companies was announced in February 2019, with the signing of a letter of intent. Teams at QuantLR and PacketLight worked closely to seamlessly integrate their technologies. They validated the compatibility of quantum communica- tion systems with optical networking infrastructure through rigorous testing to ensure optimal per- formance, stability, and reliability of the integrated solution. QuantLR says this integration provides unpar- alleled ease of use. Thanks to a strong emphasis on simplicity and scalability, customers can effortlessly

successful integration pro- ject paves the way for new opportunities in quantum communication. The joint solution enables customers to enjoy the highest level of secure communication with the easiest integration, and optimal cost effectiveness for a variety of use cases and network topologies. Especially in metro, last mile and other short distance setups.” “The integration of QuantLR’s technology with PacketLight’s DWDM/ OTN devices opens up new avenues for secure data transmission,” added Koby Reshef, CEO of PacketLight. “We are proud to have been a part of this project and are excited about the possibili- ties it brings to the market.”

Quantum communication and quantum key distribution (QKD) specialist QuantLR, and PacketLight Networks, which provides DWDM and OTN equipment, have successfully accomplished a quantum-safe encrypted network by integrating the QKD services provided by QuantLR with the OTN encrypted transport provided by PacketLight. QuantLR and PacketLight combined their respective technologies and expertise to enhance the efficiency, security, and scalability of quantum- safe communication networks. QuantLR’s QKD harnesses the principles of quantum physics to secure the transmission

establish a QKD network over an existing Packet- Light-supported network in under 30 minutes. The companies say this successful integration and testing project between QuantLR and PacketLight represents a significant step forward in advancing the field of quantum commu- nication. The collaboration demonstrates the viability of combining quantum solutions with optical networking infrastructure, unlocking new possibilities for secure and efficient data transmission. “We are extremely pleased with the out- come of this collaboration between QuantLR and PacketLight,” said Nir Bar- Lev, CEO of QuantLR. “This

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