AMS-IX NEWS
AMS-IX
30 January 2025
Inter.link has taken a significant step in advancing connectivity by becoming the first organization to deploy the cutting-edge 100G-LR1 transceiver technology at AMS-IX. This adoption demonstrates Inter.link’s dedication to innovative and sustainable solutions in the networking space.
Unlike previous models like LR4, which require four wavelengths for data transmission, the LR1 technology simplifies the process by using a single laser and employing PAM4 (pulse amplitude modulation) for multilevel signal modulation format. This streamlined approach significantly reduces power consumption, heat output, and infrastructure costs, while maintaining reliable high-speed connectivity. The simplicity of LR1 makes it especially beneficial for businesses aiming to optimize efficiency, scale operations, and reduce environmental impact.
By choosing LR1, Inter.link demonstrates its commitment to meet the growing demand for scalable and sustainable bandwidth solutions. The move is expected to influence the wider adoption of single-laser technology within data centers and high-traffic networks, offering an ideal balance of cost-effectiveness and performance. This milestone positions Inter.link as a leader in driving forward practical, eco-friendly innovations for the future of global interconnectivity.
“The long-term direction that I see the industry taking is clearly towards 100G-LR1 due to all these advantages I mentioned, but for Inter.link it was crucial to offer both LR1 and LR4 to accommodate both types of customers, considering the demand we receive from both sides.
Utilizing LR1 also aligns with Inter.link’s focus on sustainability. Due to them using less heat since they only have one laser instead of four, this is not only relevant from a commercial point of view when you consider the pure purchase price of the transceiver, but also from a sustainability point of view when you look at the question of energy usage and heat dissipation.”
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