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New security requirements are transforming SAN encryption
The emergence of AI has lowered the threshold for cybercriminals to successfully attack critical infrastructure. To address this increased threat environment, new regulatory frameworks such as the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), NIS2, and CNSA 2.0 are drivi...
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Why 100G coherent transceivers are the talk of the town and how they compare to PAM4
Many network operators have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of 100G coherent transceivers (100G ZR) for their enhanced performance in low-cost 100G use cases. We asked our CTO Kent Lidström to shed some light on what these coherent optics can do. We’l...
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Unlocking the Power of Open Optical Network Planning with GNPy and SoSmart Planner
Discover how Smartoptics leverages the open-source GNPy software, developed under the Telecom Infra Project (TIP), to revolutionize optical network design with the SoSmart Planner. Learn how this advanced planning tool enables precise service feasibilit...
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Getting the most of IP over DWDM networking
IP over DWDM (IPoDWDM) combines the benefits of pluggable optics high-speed technology such as 400ZR. Regardless whether you’re a communication service provider, an internet exchange, or an enterprise data center operator, these technologies can help yo...
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Introducing Smartoptics’ new service portal: Enhancing customer support
Smartoptics' ambition is to offer best-in-class support services to you as a customer. Our support services are delivered by in-house engineers to ensure maximum efficiency, minimum disruption, and the most value for money.
Now, we are taking an additi...
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Why hundreds of enterprises with mission-critical workloads choose Smartoptics for Brocade networking
Smartoptics’ unique certification for Brocade Gen 7 didn’t just happen overnight. Our embedded approach and reliability have made us a key partner of Broadcom, Brocade OEMs and Brocade distributors for a long time. Hundreds of enterprises such as banks,...
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Four reasons to choose Smartoptics for Brocade SAN DCI
If you’re a bank, retailer, airline, pharmaceuticals company, government agency or some other organization with a mission-critical SAN using Brocade switches, then you’ll need to upgrade to the 7th generation of Brocade sooner or later. At Smartoptics,...
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How much time and money are you prepared to invest in DCI for your Brocade network?
With the only 32G optics certified by Broadcom for Gen 7 and the only end-to-end layer 1 transport solution tested for Gen 7, Smartoptics is a safe bet for your Brocade network. You can count on maximum compatibility and no hassle with the least margin...
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Unique approval of 32G fibre channel DWDM tranceivers with Brocade gen 7 san switches
Smartoptics offers optical transmission solutions that make networks more powerful. The objective is to provide the best solution in terms of cost and simplicity for each and every application. One important component of this strategy is to enable embed...
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What to expect when upgrading your mission-critical FC SAN to Brocade Gen 7
Generation 7 of Brocade Fibre Channel switches offers many benefits for organizations with mission-critical workloads such as financial institutions, retailers and government agencies. However, before you either postpone upgrading or rush forward too q...
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Ensuring optimum DCI performance with Brocade Gen 7 using 32G FC
Your DCI may not have been the first thing on your mind when planning to upgrade to Brocade Gen 7. But it’s important not to forget the DWDM optics used with your Brocade switches for a number of reasons. For starters, Gen 7 won’t work with transceivers...
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Happy employees and loyal customers drive Smartoptics’ growth journey
In today's competitive business landscape, companies often wonder what their most valuable asset is. What really makes a company thrive? Is it the customers who fuel their growth or the employees who drive innovation and deliver exceptional service? At...