Summary
This technical report details the deployment of the first known 400 Gb/s protected optical circuit by Lightpath, utilizing Ciena's power-efficient WaveLogic 5 Nano coherent optics. The deployment aims to enhance high-availability network services while achieving an 80% reduction in power consumption. The project addresses the challenge of providing a geographically diverse and protected circuit over approximately 200 miles, incorporating multiple points of presence (POPs) and maintaining stringent failover times. The report outlines the collaborative design process between Lightpath and Ciena, highlighting the use of Lightpath's dense fiber infrastructure and Ciena's advanced packet optical platform. Key facts include the optimization of fiber routes to halve customer circuit handoffs and the implementation of a solution that supports both standard and extended reach modes. The report also features executive comments from the CEOs of Lightpath and Ciena, emphasizing the innovative approach taken to meet customer network requirements.
