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Industry leading performance 400G QSFP-DD and OSFP DR4/FR4 modules integrating Broadcom’s 7nm Centenario PAM-4 DSP and 100G Electro-Absorption Modulated Laser (EML)

CHENGDU, China, January 29, 2019 – Eoptolink Technology Inc., Ltd (SZSE: 300502) today announced the immediate availability of the world’s first sub-10W 400G  QSFP-DD and OSFP DR4 and FR4 optical transceiver products. Enabled by Broadcom’s latest 7nm 400G 8:4 gearbox PHY device, the BCM87400, the new transceiver modules offer best-in-class performance while delivering unprecedented power efficiency enabling high volume deployment of 400GbE links in hyper-scale datacenter and cloud networks.

The DR4 and FR4 modules are fully MSA compliant and the full functionality of the gearbox and transceiver has been tested and verified together in 400G switches using the Broadcom® Tomahawk® 3 chipset with error-free operation and full interoperability. The DR4 modules support break-out applications with independent channel function for 4x100GbE enabling shuffle and aggregation applications using DR links. Eoptolink has also demonstrated 10km transmission distance that provides additional margin to the required 2km distance for FR4 transmission, showing a smooth way forward to support 400G LR4 applications when the standard is finalized.

With a typical power consumption of 8W in compact form factors, the new transceivers enable higher switch density and better system-level thermal performance, allowing network operators to cost-effectively transition to 400G Ethernet. Eoptolink's QSFP-DD's (EOLD-134HG-5H-M DR4 and EOLD-164HG-02 FR4) and OSFPs (EOLO-134HG-5H-M DR4 and EOLO-164HG-02 FR4), enable simpler and cost-effective designs for equipment vendors and lower OPEX costs for network operators.

The transceivers are currently sampling with full general availability in Q2 2019. The 400G modules are based on Eoptolink’s proven technology platform already in use at several customers. The fully automated and vertically integrated production gives Eoptolink the ability to quickly ramp-up in high volume with high reliability.

Eoptolink 400G DR4 and FR4 Module Highlights
•       2km transmission distance for DR4 and FR4 modules
•       Sub 10W power consumption
•       Fully IEEE and MSA compliant QSFP-DD and OSFP transceiver modules
•       Break-out support to 4x 100G DR, FR or LR
•       Operation temperature range 0℃ to 70℃

Broadcom 7nm Centenario™ PAM-4 DSP Highlights
•       Industry leading DSP performance and power efficiency enabling DR4/FR4 optical modules to meet IEEE standards and MSA specifications
•       DSP platform supporting DR/FR optical modules for legacy switch applications
•       Client-side interface compliance to CEI-28G/56G LR/MR/VSR specification supporting long reach (LR) channels
•       IEEE 802.3bs standard-compliant KP4 and end-to-end FEC bypass operation
•       Proven PAM-4 architecture supporting multiple optics front ends including EML, DML and silicon photonics
•       Optimized design with proven interoperability with Broadcom switch ASICs and ASSPs using 28Gbaud PAM-4 and NRZ SerDes architecture

Broadcom 100G EML (283Q)
•       Single Channel EML designed for 56-GBd (112Gb/s) PAM-4 uncooled operation at 1310nm and CWDM wavelengths
•       Industry leading high-bandwidth modulator for high ER at low Vpp
•       Multi-quantum well DFB structure, highly reliable for use in non-hermetic environments

“With the general availability of 12.8-Tb/s switches such as Broadcom’s Tomahawk 3, hyper-scale data center operators and cloud providers will be leveraging the 400GbE ports in these switches to address increasing demand for higher bandwidth. Our low power 7nm Centenario PAM-4 DSP is essential to support high density 400G connectivity using QSFP-DD and OSFP optical modules, accelerating the adoption of 400GbE network infrastructure. With Eoptolink sampling the first optical modules based on Centenario, hyperscale and cloud network providers can deploy high density 400G switches with the lowest power optics available delivering uncompromised performance,” said Lorenzo Longo, senior vice president and general manager of the Physical Layer Products Division at Broadcom.

“At Eoptolink, we are constantly improving the transmission performance of our modules to help our end customers. Broadcom’s 7nm DSP enables us to provide optical modules with the industry’s best performance at the lowest power. During 2018 the 400G ecosystem has been maturing and now all the sub-components for the transceivers are available in mass production. We are delighted to be the first transceiver manufacturer to offer these low power QSFP-DD and OSFP modules in high volume production thereby accelerating 400G adoption,” said Richard Huang, CEO at Eoptolink.

“Broadcom is committed to lead the evolution of Data Center interconnects from 100G to 400G by delivering end to end solutions with market leading performance and reliability. Optical module manufacturers are able to benefit from Broadcom’s complementary physical layer, PMD-IC and III-V Optical Component portfolio through consistent component interoperability driving shorter time to market and reduced design cost to advance the adoption of PAM4 solutions quickly and efficiently. Our industry-leading 100G EML is based on technology platforms with over 50 Billion device service hours in the field," said Mitch Fields, vice president and general manager of the Fiber Optics Product Division at Broadcom.

Availability
Eoptolink is offering four types of 400G transceiver products based on the Broadcom BCM87400 device:

•       EOLD-134HG-5H-M (400G QSFP-DD DR4)
•       EOLD-164HG-02 (400G QSFP-DD FR4)
•       EOLO-134HG-5H-M (400G OSFP DR4)
•       EOLO-164HG-02 (400G OSFP FR4)

Eoptolink is sampling the EOLD-134HG-5H-M and EOLD-164HG-02 to customers now. Please contact Eoptolink sales at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for samples and pricing.

Eoptolink will be showcasing these transceiver products in Booth #4221 at OFC 2019 in San Diego, California from March 5th to 7th.

About Eoptolink Technology Inc., Ltd.
Eoptolink Technology Inc., Ltd. ("Eoptolink"), an IPO company in China, is a leading optical transceiver supplier for data center, enterprise and optical transmission networks. Eoptolink is dedicated to research, develop, manufacture and markets a diverse portfolio of high-performance optical transceivers and components for various applications.

Recently, Eoptolink participated in the evaluation of multi-manufacturer and multi-type 5G optical transceivers organized by 5G Bearer Network Working Group under IMT-2020 (5G) Promotion Group, and showed its strength in the field of 5G Technology.

The evaluation work started at the end of November 2018. The China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) undertook the evaluation task. The optical transceiver manufacturers, including Eoptolink, Accelink, Hisense, Finisar, etc., participated in this activity. Instrument manufacturers Keysight, VIAVI and VeEX and system equipment manufacturers Huawei and ZTE provided strong support. The evaluation work was mainly divided into two aspects: the key parameter test running on instruments, and the compatibility & interoperability test running on system equipment. There were totally 8 types of optical transceivers submitted for evaluation, covering the typical transmission data rate and distance of 5G applications.

Eoptolink offered the most complete category of transceivers, which are 7 types including SFP28 25Gb/s 10km, SFP28 25Gb/s Bidi 10/20km,  SFP28 25Gb/s CWDM 10km and QSFP28 100Gb/s 4WDM-10 10km for fronthaul, and QSFP28 50Gb/s PAM4 10/40km for mid/back-haul. All Eoptolink offered transceivers have completed the full test. 

新易盛顺利完成IMT-2020(5G)推进组5G光模块测评

近期，新易盛参加了由IMT-2020(5G)推进组下属5G承载工作组组织的多厂商多类型5G光模块测评工作, 并展现出其在5G光模块领域的雄厚实力。
本次测评从2018年11月底启动，中国信息通信研究院技术与标准研究所承担具体测评任务。新易盛、光迅、海信、Finisar等国内外光模块厂商参加了测试，仪表厂商Keysight、VIAVI、VeEX，以及系统设备商华为、中兴对测试提供了大力支持。测评工作主要包含两方面：一方面是基于仪器仪表的产品关键参数测试，另一方面是基于系统设备的兼容性与互通性测试。参测光模块共8种类型，覆盖了5G承载应用典型传输速率和距离。

新易盛是送测光模块类型最多的厂商，共送测光模块7种，包括25Gb/s 10km、25Gb/s Bidi 10/20km、25Gb/s CWDM 10km和100Gb/s 4WDM-10 10km前传光模块，以及50Gb/s PAM4 10/40km中/回传光模块。所有光模块均顺利完成全部测试项目。

Eoptolink Technology Inc., Ltd (SZSE: 300502) will demonstrate its 400G QSFP56-DD optical transceiver modules next week at ECOC in Rome. 400G infrastructure is the next stepping stone in todays insatiable data traffic demands and Eoptolink is proud to contribute high quality optical transceivers to this part of the eco-system.
Our QSFP production facility at our Chengdu HQ is fully automated and vertically integrated offering unique quality and yield performance. The level of automation means we can offer unparalleled quality on our 400G product lines.
Our 400G QSFP56-DD modules adopt PAM4 signaling technology offering 50G electrical and 50/100G optical interfaces. Our phase one developments include:

• EOLD-854HG-E-1H
400G QSFP56-DD SR8 transceiver, 100m, 0 to 70°C

• EOLD-134HG-5H
400G QSFP56-DD DR4 transceiver, 500m, 0 to 70°C

• EOLD-164HG-02
400G QSFP56-DD FR4 transceiver, 2km, 0 to 70°C

Eoptolink is a leading supplier of data center transceivers for all applications and we welcome the chance to discuss your requirements and our capabilities with you in more detail. Please come and visit us at stand #365 at ECOC where we can show you live demonstrations of these and our other key developments we are currently working on.

Eoptolink Technology Inc., Ltd (SZSE: 300502) provides a complete portfolio of 10/25/50/100G/400G optical transceivers for optical networking. Commercial temperature modules support midhaul and backhaul applications and industrial temperature modules support front haul applications. At ECOC next week we will be demonstrating our QSFP28-CWDM4 100G 40km i-temp modules.
10/25G BiDi transceivers are seen as the preferred choice for 5G front haul networking and James Zhang, Director of Business Development observes that “Bi-Di transceivers will not only help operators to save fiber resource but also achieve improved Tx/Rx clock synchronization with one fiber.”

A selected list of our 5G transceivers includes:

• EOLP-BI1625G-10-AD/DARIL
25G SFP28 BiDi transceiver, 10km, -40 to 85°C

• EOLP-BI1625G-20-AD/DARIL
25G SFP28 BiDi transceiver, 20km, -40 to 85°C

• EOLQ-161HG-40-LI
100G QSFP28 4WDM-40 transceiver, 40km, -40 to 85°C

• EOLQ-1650G-10/40
50G QSFP28 PAM4 LR transceiver, 10km/40km, 0 to 70°C

• EOLQ-161HG-30-L7
100G QSFP28 ER4 lite transceiver, 30km, 0 to 70°C

• EOLC-162HG-C-10/40-LA
200G CFP2 PAM4 LR4 transceiver, 10km/40km, 0 to 70°C

4G has been changing our lives while 5G will change the whole society. Eoptolink are working closely with telecom equipment vendors and operators to provide high quality optical transceivers for 5G wireless networking.

We welcome the chance to discuss your requirements and our capabilities with you in more detail. Please come and visit us at stand #365 at ECOC where we can show you live demonstrations of these and our other key developments we are currently working on.