Fiber Optic Cables in Computer Networking
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com Fiber optic services are the future of connectivity. Fiber optic cables have offered significant technology advancements in internet services for consumers. Those seeking a faster and more reliable connection are making the switch to fiber optics. What is a Fiber Optic Cable? When most people hear of [ Continue reading…]
Difference between Single Mode SFP and Multimode SFP
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com Increase in demand for higher bandwidth and fast speed requirement has enhanced the growth of fiber optic cable assemblies market. Singlemode SFP and multimode SFP both work with different types of optical fibers i:e single mode fiber and multimode respectively. Both are used in diverse applications but the [ Continue reading…]
LSZH vs. PVC – What cable jacket should I prefer?
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com In the present era of rapid technology growth and the constant rush for high quality products, we can easily forget about the safety regulations and the various dangers that surround us. This is an extremely important part of the network infrastructure for the IT managers to concentrate on. [ Continue reading…]
BlueOptics© Optical Transceiver Form Factors at a Glance
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com In today’s networking world and technology the demand for higher speeds and lower cost is increasing. The leading networking equipment vendors are working on producing the future components of networking. They are mainly concentrating on the Fiber Optic Solutions that are driving the leading Service Providers and Datacenters [ Continue reading…]
How to use an Optical Transceiver
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com Optical transceivers are available in various form-factors and different physical characteristics. It is important to have complete knowledge of the appropriate method of using an optical transceiver. This results in not only a long life and better durability of the optical transceiver but also ensures physical safety of the user. [ Continue reading…]
What is the difference between the MPO and MTP fibre cable connectors?
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com The need of quick provision of ports in data center environments is fulfilled by the use of multiport cables assemblies. This is very well achieved by a optical fiber cable strand, typically with 12 individual fibers and one MPO/MTP connector at the other end providing 6 parallel communication [ Continue reading…]
QSFP28 – A Better Way to 100G?
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com The fight over 100G component market has been upgraded with the emerging of 100G QSFP28. This is an optical transceiver which can support 100G with the transmission mode of 4*25G. Usually, the move before was considered to be 10G→40G→100G. However, the new roadmap of 100G with QSFP28 is [ Continue reading…]
Should we use compatible SFP or SFP+?
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com Fiber optic transceiver is popular nowadays. SFP and SFP+ transceivers are most widely among other transceivers. These are used for both telecommunication and data communication applications. The availability in various small sizes with various types. Allows users to select the appropriate one to provide the required optical coverage over [ Continue reading…]
Why it’s Important to Keep an Eye on Your Fiber Link Budget?
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com Fiber link performance has become a significant thing as data centers have started migrating to 40, 100, 200 and even 400G. A dead fiber link or a problematic module can bring a devastating impact in the form of system downtime – something not acceptable at any cost. Through [ Continue reading…]
How Does Attenuation Affect My Fiber Optic Network?
No Commentsby www.fiber-mart.com Fiber optic networks are networks where the transmission of data is done with the help of optical transceivers and optical cables. The optical transceivers transmit an optical light down an optical cable. As in the case with standard Ethernet copper networks, optical networks are also influenced by exterior stress [ Continue reading…]