Introduction to Coherent Routing
Nokia’s Coherent Routing solutions are a revolutionary approach to building IP-optical networks optimized for application-specific demands. This solution integrates the power of digital coherent optics (DCOs) with advanced IP routers and optical line systems, coupled with cross-domain network automation, to create efficient and scalable network designs.
What is Coherent Routing?
Coherent routing represents a paradigm shift in how service providers and cloud builders scale their IP and optical network infrastructure. Fueled by silicon technology and standardization advances, this innovative approach leverages profile-optimized DCOs integrated into pluggable form factors like QSFP56-DD. These enable direct and efficient connections of IP routers over tunable DWDM wavelengths, revolutionizing network interconnectivity.
Key Components of Nokia’s Coherent Routing Solution
Performance-Optimized Transponders and Pluggable DCOs
Nokia’s solution includes modular transponders and pluggable DCOs for varied link requirements, supporting higher capacity and longer reach across metropolitan and regional networks.
Compact Optical
Line Systems
Essential for deploying, operating, and maintaining coherent routing applications at scale, these systems manage the multiplexing and routing of DWDM wavelengths efficiently across optical fiber networks.
Cross-Domain Management
and Control
Nokia provides a unified software platform for seamless, end-to-end management of IP-optical networks, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing complexity.
Evolution to IP over DWDM Transport
Nokia’s Coherent Routing facilitates the transition to IP over DWDM (dense wavelength division multiplexing), a key advancement in network architecture that integrates the network infrastructure’s optical and IP layers. This integration allows for building scalable, cost-optimized network infrastructures to support the next generation of digital services.
Building Blocks and Applications
Carrier-Grade Routers
Nokia’s routers such as the 7750 SR, 7730 SXR, and 7250 IXR, are optimized to support a full range of 400ZR and 400ZR+ optics, ensuring readiness for future technologies like 800G pluggable DCOs.
Optical Line Systems
These systems are critical for coherent routing, enabling the efficient and reliable deployment of IP over DWDM applications across any distance and topology.
Optimizing IP Link Capacity and Reach
The integration of coherent optics allows for optimizing link capacity and reach using advanced ROADMs and inline amplifiers. This setup supports dynamic provisioning and efficient transport of aggregated IP traffic, minimizing routing hops and optical-electrical transitions.
Benefits of Nokia Coherent Routing
Space and Power Efficiency
Direct interfacing between IP and optical layers using pluggable DCOs conserves space and power.
Scalable Architectures
Supports evolving network topologies and capacities, enabling efficient and scalable IP express routes.
Enhanced Network Automation
Simplifies the management of complex network configurations and promotes operational efficiency through automated processes.
Future-Proof Network Design
Supports next-generation network requirements with advanced optical and IP integration, preparing networks for future demands.
Coherent Routing Portfolio: Key Products and Innovations
Nokia’s Coherent Routing portfolio consists of several innovative products designed to enhance the efficiency and scalability of IP-optical networks. This portfolio demonstrates Nokia’s commitment to advancing network technology and ensures that service providers and enterprises can build networks that are robust, scalable, and optimized for future demands and technological advancements. This range of products forms a comprehensive ecosystem that empowers operators to deploy flexible, efficient, and high-capacity IP-optical networks.
Here’s an in-depth look at the key components that drive the success of this revolutionary technology.
IP Routers
Nokia 7750 Service Router (SR)
Equipped with FP5 silicon, these routers are hardware-ready for 800G pluggable DCOs, providing a robust foundation for high-capacity networks.
Nokia 7730 Service Router for IP/MPLS (SXR)
Designed for high-performance services, these routers accommodate a full range of 400ZR and 400ZR+ optics.
Nokia 7250 Interconnect Router (IXR)
These routers facilitate diverse network applications, from high-capacity metro networks to robust IP backbones.
Digital Coherent Optics (DCOs)
Pluggable DCOs
These pluggables, including QSFP56-DD ZR and ZR+ modules, allow direct connections over tunable DWDM wavelengths, optimizing port densities and reducing costs.
Modular Transponders
These are used for links that require higher capacity and longer reach, integrating seamlessly with Nokia’s coherent optics to enhance network performance.
Optical Line Systems
Nokia 1830 Photonic Service Switch (PSS)
This platform supports advanced DWDM capabilities and is a cornerstone for building scalable optical networks.
Compact Modular Optical Systems
The Nokia 1830 PSI (Photonic Service Interconnect) facilitates efficient IP deployment over DWDM applications across any distance and topology.
Cross-Domain Automation and Management
Nokia Network Services Platform (NSP)
This software provides comprehensive management across IP and optical layers, featuring automation tools that simplify complex workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
Nokia WaveSuite
A suite of applications that support the management, orchestration, and monitoring of optical services, helping network operators streamline operations and reduce costs.
ROADM Technologies
Colorless, Directionless, and Contentionless (CDC) ROADMs
These allow flexible wavelength routing and switching, essential for dynamic network environments where traffic patterns frequently change.
Advanced Silicon Technologies
The latest in Nokia’s silicon innovations, supporting the next generation of network speeds and capacities, ensuring that networks are future-proof and capable of handling increasing data loads.
Why Use Infinity As Your Nokia Coherent Routing Partner?
Choosing Infinity to deploy Nokia’s Coherent Routing solutions ensures your network benefits from expert guidance and a proven track record in delivering cutting-edge network technologies.
Infinity provides:
- Comprehensive integration support for Nokia’s technologies,
- Customized solutions tailored to specific network needs,
- Ongoing technical support and consultancy to maximize network performance and ROI.
Harnessing the Potential of Coherent Routing
Nokia’s Coherent Routing solutions offer an innovative pathway to redefining network infrastructures, providing the agility, efficiency, and scalability required for modern network demands. With Infinity as your partner, leverage this advanced technology to transform your network infrastructure, enhance operational efficiencies, and position your business at the forefront of the network technology revolution.
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