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EPISODE · May 29, 2025 · 32 MIN

The 100G ZR Advantage: Power, Performance, and Simplicity | Kevin Affolter from Coherent

from The Critical Lowdown · host EPS Global

Learn More: www.epsglobal.com/about-eps-global/podcasts/episode-53Dive into the world of optical networking with Ciara McCarthy (CMO, EPS Global), John Lynch (VP of Sales, EMEA, EPS Global), and Kevin Affolter (Product Line Manager, Coherent).In this episode, we explore Coherent's groundbreaking 100G ZR DCO optical transceiver, a product designed to revolutionize IP over DWDM applications.Discover the technical intricacies, cost benefits, and real-world use cases of this unique technology. Learn how it enables smaller footprints, lower power dissipation, and enhanced network reliability. We also discuss the manufacturing process, global availability, and how network operators can evaluate these optics for their specific environments.Chapters:(0:00) Introduction (1:30) Meet EPS Global & Coherent (3:50) What is 100G ZR? (6:45) Why 100G ZR is a Game-Changer (9:20) Use Cases Across the Industry (13:00) Customer Success Stories (17:30) Technical Deep Dive: Optics & Power Efficiency (21:10) Deployment Strategies (25:00) Future of Optical Networking (29:30) Key Takeaways & Final Thoughts 🔗 Learn More & Apply for a Proof of Concept: https://www.epsglobal.com/lp/100g-zrThe 100G ZR QSFP28 DCO Transceiver is a standout innovation, exclusively developed by Coherent. We’re currently testing these transceivers across Europe, and they’re in stock now!https://www.epsglobal.com/products/transceivers/qsfp28/ftlc3353s3pl1Subscribe for more content from EPS Global. Give a like, share with others, and comment your thoughts below! 🎯📌💻LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/epsglobal1/⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jof-W2q2fyg📞For more information, please visit our website https:⁠⁠//www.epsglobal.com⁠#100GZR #QSFP28 #DCOTransceiver #NetworkUpgrade #OpticalNetworking #telecomsolutions #dwdm #fiberoptics #datacenter #HighSpeedNetworking #coherent #epsglobal #futureofnetworking #Connectivity #techinnovation

Learn More: www.epsglobal.com/about-eps-global/podcasts/episode-53Dive into the world of optical networking with Ciara McCarthy (CMO, EPS Global), John Lynch (VP of Sales, EMEA, EPS Global), and Kevin Affolter (Product Line Manager, Coherent).In this episode, we explore Coherent's groundbreaking 100G ZR DCO optical transceiver, a product designed to revolutionize IP over DWDM applications.Discover the technical intricacies, cost benefits, and real-world use cases of this unique technology. Learn how it enables smaller footprints, lower power dissipation, and enhanced network reliability. We also discuss the manufacturing process, global availability, and how network operators can evaluate these optics for their specific environments.Chapters:(0:00) Introduction (1:30) Meet EPS Global & Coherent (3:50) What is 100G ZR? (6:45) Why 100G ZR is a Game-Changer (9:20) Use Cases Across the Industry (13:00) Customer Success Stories (17:30) Technical Deep Dive: Optics & Power Efficiency (21:10) Deployment Strategies (25:00) Future of Optical Networking (29:30) Key Takeaways & Final Thoughts 🔗 Learn More & Apply for a Proof of Concept: https://www.epsglobal.com/lp/100g-zrThe 100G ZR QSFP28 DCO Transceiver is a standout innovation, exclusively developed by Coherent. We’re currently testing these transceivers across Europe, and they’re in stock now!https://www.epsglobal.com/products/transceivers/qsfp28/ftlc3353s3pl1Subscribe for more content from EPS Global. Give a like, share with others, and comment your thoughts below! 🎯📌💻LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/epsglobal1/⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jof-W2q2fyg📞For more information, please visit our website https:⁠⁠//www.epsglobal.com⁠#100GZR #QSFP28 #DCOTransceiver #NetworkUpgrade #OpticalNetworking #telecomsolutions #dwdm #fiberoptics #datacenter #HighSpeedNetworking #coherent #epsglobal #futureofnetworking #Connectivity #techinnovation

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