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and stay ahead of evolving demands. be securely mounted in the wall to help save collectively can help reduce the energy
Delivering a fraction of the complexity, space and reduce the chances for damage and CO2 emissions of the IT networks
space, energy, and costs of a traditional or theft. The new Nokia ONT for Optical they run.” Julie Kunstler, Chief Analyst,
copper-based LAN, Optical LAN leverages LAN will be available in 2Q 2024. Geert Broadband Access Intelligence Service at
fiber optic cables to provide a future-proof, Heyninck, General Manager of Broadband Omdia, said: “Optical LAN simply makes
high-capacity network alternative for in- Networks at Nokia, said: “Optical LAN is the sense for enterprises. It´s environmentally
building and campus connectivity that can right technology for enterprise connectivity sustainable, using passive components
help reduce energy costs by roughly 40%. today and in the future. Today, we have more while reducing energy-consuming network
Nokia’s new ONT can help enterprises than 600 customers, including hospitality, elements. Furthermore, fiber-based LANs
effectively extend the reach of their Optical healthcare, airports, and universities, that are adaptable, a key requirement in an ever-
LAN network to deliver more data capacity are deploying it with great success, and changing world. An Optical LAN will provide
to employees using video, voice and data the number continues to grow. Helping to a future-proof LAN solution for years to
intense applications over the network. The reduce TCO by as much as 50%, Optical come.”
ONT can power additional endpoint devices LAN provides enterprises with significant
such as access points or cameras and can operational and sustainable benefits that

Nokia Launches New 25G PON Fiber Modem to Accelerate Multi-Gigabit
Broadband Deployments

Nokia announced the launch of a new, meet their evolving broadband needs. Manager of Broadband Networks at Nokia,
symmetrical 25G PON fiber modem. Nokia’s new 25G PON fiber modem allows said: “The 25G PON eco-system is growing
Helping to further accelerate 25G PON operators to establish a future-ready and with it, the technology that continues
deployments, the compact solution can network that can immediately address the to bring concrete business benefits to
easily be installed on a wall, inside a growing demand for more capacity and customers. The market for 25G PON is here
building, or in an outdoor enclosure to enhanced broadband services. The new and with the new fiber modem, we have a
immediately deliver internet speeds that are 25G PON solution enables operators to very efficient 25G solution that can support
20x faster than current gigabit solutions. quickly upgrade their existing GPON or XGS all types of services and applications in the
Once deployed, operators can leverage their PON network to deliver true 10Gbs speeds fiber-for-everything era. 25G PON continues
existing fiber network to offer new premium and beyond with unprecedented ease. to be the easiest, most cost-effective and
residential, business, or anyhaul services For enterprises, this can help significantly power-efficient way for services providers
that unlock additional revenue streams. improve business productivity and enhance to upgrade and maximize the use of their
Demand for high-speed broadband access connectivity to the cloud or value-added existing fiber network to deliver ultra-fast
is accelerating with end-users increasingly applications located in data centers. For broadband access.” Jeff Heynen, Vice
seeking quality multi-gigabit services to consumers and power users, the solution President, Broadband Access and Home
power their homes and businesses. From provides immediate access to additional Networking at Dell’Oro Group, said: “25G
the Metaverse and cloud gaming to cyber capacity needed to support bandwidth- PON deployments and the 25GS-PON
security, and Industry 4.0 applications, hungry applications such as AI, gaming, MSA (Multi-Source Agreement) Group has
users want multi-gigabit services that can or security. Geert Heyninck, General grown substantially over the past year.
One of the driving factors for the growing
interest in 25GS-PON is its ability to coexist
with GPON and XGS-PON without having to
deploy additional feeder fiber, splitters, or
other ODN elements. This past year we’ve
seen large operators like Google indicate
plans to make 25G PON service available
to its customers while the MSA continues
to expand, encompassing a diverse range
of service providers, equipment vendors,
and component suppliers.” The new 25G
PON fiber modem complements Nokia’s
growing 25G PON portfolio, which includes
the Lightspan FX, DF and MF fiber access
platforms (OLTs) and the industry’s first 25G
PON sealed fiber access node designed for
cable operators.

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