YOFC Unveils MaxBand® OM4 Pro/Ultra Series of Multimode Fibres

Enhancing Data Center Efficiency in the AI Era

WUHAN, China, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Over the past two decades, the rapid growth in the number of Internet users and connected devices has dramatically boosted traffic to global cloud platforms and enterprise data centres. This surge has positioned data centres at the forefront of technological innovation. In recent years, the widespread adoption of AI technology has prompted data centres to evolve toward more efficient computing. As a result, data centre operators worldwide are striving to develop faster, denser, more cost-effective, and more energy-efficient infrastructures.

In the field of short-haul optical communications for data centers, transmission solutions using vertical cavity surface emitting lasers (VCSELs) and multimode fibres (MMFs) are favored for their cost-effectiveness. For 25 Gbaud transmission, OM3 and OM4 fibres have become the dominant choice for link coverage ranging from 70 to 100 meters. However, as data centers transition to higher transmission speeds, the industry is shifting towards the use of 100G/Lane VCSEL transceivers. This shift has introduced new challenges for fibre, the medium for data transmission. Issues such as the central wavelength drift of the light source and bandwidth limitations of traditional OM4 fibre at 850nm or longer wavelengths may lead to a reduction in link transmission distance.

To address these challenges, Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Limited Company (hereinafter referred to as "YOFC") has leveraged its deep technical expertise in MMFs to design the high-performance MaxBand® OM4 Pro/Ultra series of MMFs, specifically tailored for 100G/Lane optical transceivers. These new fibre products enhance the transmission efficiency of data centers.

YOFC's MaxBand® OM4 Pro/Ultra series of MMFs are fully compatible with existing OM4 and OM5 fibre optic standards, as well as systems based on these standards.

Traditional OM4 fibre provides high bandwidth at 850nm but is limited in bandwidth for longer wavelengths with a narrow operating window. By expanding the operating window to 850~870nm, YOFC's MaxBand® OM4 Pro fibre effectively compensates for signal degradation resulting from wavelength shifts in optical modules. This ensures high-quality signal transmission, reduces connectivity costs for AI data centers, and enables a seamless upgrade for data center multimode connectivity solutions to 400G, 800G, and higher speeds.

OM4 Ultra fibre extends the operating window to 910nm, achieving dual operating windows of 850~870nm and 910nm. This innovative design supports 400Gb/s, 800Gb/s, and 1.6Tb/s single-wavelength and dual-wavelength transmission systems. Utilizing wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) technology, it enables high-speed transmission through fewer fibres, paving the way for potential upgrades to 1.6Tb/s in data centers.

YOFC MaxBand® OM5 fibre provides comprehensive high bandwidth in the 850~950nm wavelength range. It supports BiDi or SWDM multi-wavelength transmission systems from 40Gb/s to 1.6Tb/s, offering a robust fibre foundation for future SWDM transmission solutions of 1.6Tb/s and above.

With the advancement of data center technology, YOFC's MMFs have evolved from single-window to wide-window, dual-window, and multi-window solutions, offering comprehensive fibre options to customers. These innovative fibre products not only fulfill the demand for higher-speed networks but also ensure backward compatibility, facilitating seamless integration with existing technologies. By providing new fibre optic solutions, YOFC supports the green and low-carbon development of large-scale data centers in the age of AI, driving data centers toward a more efficient and environmentally friendly future.

As a global leader in optical communications, YOFC has been deeply committed to innovation in MMFs for many years. Their MMF products are widely used around the world, earning the trust and praise of numerous customers. With these groundbreaking solutions, YOFC is dedicated to satisfying the growing demand for data transmission with enhanced efficiency and reliability. In doing so, the company is facilitating the growth of data centers in the AI era and beyond by addressing their need for higher speeds.

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YOFC Unveils MaxBand® OM4 Pro/Ultra Series of Multimode Fibres

YOFC Unveils MaxBand® OM4 Pro/Ultra Series of Multimode Fibres

YOFC Unveils MaxBand® OM4 Pro/Ultra Series of Multimode Fibres

YOFC Unveils MaxBand® OM4 Pro/Ultra Series of Multimode Fibres

SINGAPORE, Oct. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UPS (NYSE: UPS) customers in Asia Pacific can now have faster deliveries to over 35 countries across Asia, Africa and the Middle East after the company introduced a series of enhancements to its industry-leading air network.

Thanks to a new flight connection at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), packages from mainland China and South Korea will be delivered in as little as two business days to major economies including Nigeria, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and South Africa.  

In addition, UPS now offers next-day delivery from leading Asia Pacific economies to Seoul, South Korea, and from Bangkok throughout the region. In Vietnam, customers in Ho Chi Minh City can have next day service to and from select cities in the region. Shipments from Hanoi to selected cities in Australia can now be completed in two business days.

To further support businesses in Hanoi, UPS has introduced Saturday pick-up for Sydney-bound deliveries, allowing for greater flexibility to process orders and boost speed-to-market. Deliveries from selected cities in Australia to Europe can now arrive in as little as two business days.

"These enhancements to our air network, and our additional capacity for the peak holiday season, allow businesses in Asia Pacific to more quickly reach diverse customers around the world," said Wilfredo Ramos, president, UPS Asia Pacific. "This gives our customers the fast and reliable service they need to grow, stay competitive and build resilience in their supply chain."

As UPS prepares its air network to meet the surge in volume demand for the peak holiday season, it is boosting capacity for intercontinental routes by adding over 200 more flights connecting Asia Pacific to Europe and the U.S. in the fourth quarter, a significant increase compared to the same period last year. This expanded capacity will enable UPS customers to navigate the crucial peak season more effectively, serving the strong demand between Europe, the U.S. and key trading partners in Asia Pacific.

This is the latest in a series of recent network and facility enhancements UPS has made in the region. Earlier this year the company introduced a new flight connecting the company's intra-Asia hub in Shenzhen (SZX) to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD). While in late 2023, UPS announced plans to build a new hub at Hong Kong Airport (HKG).

UPS's air network operates over 360 daily flights, serving 26 countries and territories within Asia Pacific and more than 200 globally.

For full details of delivery times within UPS's global network, refer to the UPS time and cost calculator. 

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UPS SPEEDS UP GLOBAL DELIVERY TIMES FROM ASIA PACIFIC, ADDS CAPACITY FOR PEAK SEASON