Project - Smart SFP Ethernet over SDH/SONET
Customer
Tier 1, global network equipment manufacturer.
Customer Objectives
- Router interconnect via Ethernet over SDH (EoS)
- Proven Technology: prevent re-qualification by using a qualified platform.
- Allow for Plug-and-Play to prevent lengthy software integration, no user configuration required.
- Support device upgrades to allow for fast development iterations.
- Short time-to-market
Our Solution
- FPGA RTL design, verification, Lab evaluation
- Hardware and full system validation
- 2-Phase development: prototype & product
- Use of TSoP SFP+ hardware platform
- Application of AimValley IP for unique solution
Key Technologies
- GFP-F encapsulation
- 10 Gbe over 2.5G STM-16
- Flow control with pause messages
Results and Value Add
Efficient
Re-use of proven AimValley IP for SDH & packet and hardware to reduce time-to-market and R&D costs.
Successful
High quality prototype devices available early for customer evaluation.
Partnership
Launching customer in India.
Innovation
Develop IP for unique solution.