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MPLS and Segment Routing
SR-MPLS and the Optical Network
Meet Segment Routing + MPLS (SR-MPLS), the software enabling the optical and routed layers to become one.
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Jul 8, 2024
Optical Networking
Converged Packet Optical Solutions from WWT and Cisco
As networks grow in size and complexity, managing routing and optical functions can become a challenge. Most organizations want to simplify, but integrating new solutions with legacy systems can be complicated – and costly.
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Jan 23, 2024
Which Optical Transport Architecture Is Right for You?
There are various transport network architectures, from strictly Layer 1 optical rings to meshed Layer 1 through Layer 3 converged networks. How do you decide? This article provides a high level overview of three different architectures, their typical use cases and benefits.
Blog
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Jul 28, 2023
Optical Networking
NCS-1004 Transponder Using Alien Waves Lab
This lab will demonstrate the Cisco NCS-1004 transponder system's functionality and a common use case: adding it to an existing DWDM system as an "alien" device utilizing "alien" wavelengths.
Foundations Lab
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