• June 20. 2023

We all know that the multi-mode 40G SR4 optical module adopts 4-way 10G parallel technology and MPO interface, and can use MPO-LC multi-mode OM3 fiber jumper and 10G SR for access。So are there any 40G optical modules that can be connected to single-mode 10G LR optical modules?In this article, ETU-LINK will introduce the next 40G optical module that can be interconnected with 10G LR optical module ...

• May 10. 2023

Gigabit Ethernet has become the mainstream in enterprise networks, campus networks, data centers, and broadband access networks. Most gigabit switches are equipped with both RJ45 electrical ports and SFP optical ports. Many users need to interconnect these two ports but do not know the correct method. This article will explain the solution using SFP Copper‑T electrical modules, with industry‑stand...

• April 24. 2023

From the perspective of the development trend of data centers, the trend of "cloud" and digitalization of enterprises is irreversible. The ICT industry such as cloud computing, big data and artificial intelligence has an increasingly large demand for data centers. The bandwidth demand of data centers is growing at a rapid rate of 25% to 35% every year, and the bandwidth capacity is also doubling. ...

• September 07. 2022

Fiber patch cords are key components in fiber optic communication, data center cabling, and enterprise network interconnection. For beginners and network engineers, understanding simplex and duplex fiber patch cords is essential for correct selection and deployment. What Do Simplex and Duplex Mean in Fiber Patch Cords? When we start to learn fiber patch cord, may be many partners do not know what ...

• March 30. 2022

In this blog, ETU-LINK will introduce the difference between MPO and MTP connectors? First, let's learn about what MPO and MTP connectors are respectively.   MPO is the abbreviation of Multi-fiber Push On. It is the first generation of multi-core optical fiber connector designed by NTT company in Japan. Its main industrial standard isIEC-61754-7, and the current national s...

• March 19. 2022

When selecting or configuring a network switch, you often encounter ports labeled G, F, E, and S. Understanding the differences between these port types is essential for proper network design, cable selection, and optical module compatibility. Below, we break down each port type in detail. 1. What Is an S Port on a Switch? S port is fully called serial interface, also known as high-speed asynchron...

• March 17. 2022

The intelligent building network is responsible for the data transmission tasks of various building automation systems, such as lighting, air conditioning, electrical, monitoring, computers, wireless devices, etc. In this blog, ETU-LINK will introduce the networking solution of intelligent building. As the intelligent buildings are relatively dense and the business volume is relatively large,...

• March 10. 2022

In this blog, ETU-Link will introduce OM5 optical fiber patch cord. In order to distinguish different optical fiber patch cord, different colors outer sheath are used.For non-military purposes, single mode optical fibers generally use yellow outer sheath. In the multimode optical fiber, OM1 and OM2 are orange, OM3 and OM4 are aqua blue, and OM5 is aqua green. After understanding the color appearan...