Designing and developing data centers for what is not yet imagined.
With the potential to be the transformative technology of our generation, we’re creating DCI solutions to ensure AIs potential and impact are limitless.
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Data center managers have been trying to keep pace with unprecedented and relentless capacity growth. On top of online services, IoT, cloud computing, cloud storage, and 5G, AI demands extraordinary computing power and connectivity.
The number of devices in data centers (servers, switches, routers) has increased. And architectures are evolving to “spine and leaf” to meet the low-latency requirements of data-intense applications.
This results in a need for more space, more aggregation points, and versatile connectivity solutions to handle the needed density and number of connections. All while executing under tight deadlines and short cycle times, without disruption to the customer experience.
Research estimates AI will have a massive impact on data centers
4X improvement in hardware compute performance
Source: Forbes 2023
AI’s computational power is doubling every 6-10 months
Source: Time
50X increase in processing workloads
Source: Forbes 2023
212X increase in data center power consumption
Source: Forbes 2023
How We Help
Data center infrastructure is as critical as our circulatory system
While the cost of connectivity may be fractional compared to real estate, HVAC, power, or servers, connectivity is just as essential ingredient to data center operations. Connectivity enables the information flow and ultimately the consumer experience. Making the right choice impacts your ability to:
Manage fiber density by creating more space
Easily manage and operate their network with clear cable management and port identification
Enable customization with versatile cutting-edge technologies
Turn-up service quickly with readily available and short lead-time products
Create or break out high-speed connections (100G, 400G, 800G)
Your DCI choices add-up to save time and money
Connectivity has the power to create space in a fast-growing environment where real estate is at a premium. Connectivity has the power to simplify the complexity of the data center, making it easier for staff to find and work with equipment. And the easier all of this is, the quicker it is to add revenue-producing services or keep the network up when actions or failed equipment bring it down.
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Our Featured Products
MPO MTP® Patch Cords
Multi-fiber jumpers and loopbacks deliver the performance and reliability needed in todays’ demanding high-speed broadband and data networks.
Multifiber Fanout / Breakout
Fiber cable assemblies deliver the performance and reliability needed in today’s demanding high-speed broadband and data networks.
Simplex and Duplex Patch Cords
Maintaining a highly efficient production operation ensures you get these highest quality jumpers in a timely fashion at highly competitive, market prices.
TAP Detectors and Power Monitors
Go!Foton offers a wide range of fiber coupled integrated photodetectors for monitoring and control applications.
PD Wafers and Chips
Go!Foton large area Indium Gallium Arsenide (InGaAs) Photodiode consists of pin structure and photo sensitive area of 1 mm diameter with planer structure for high reliability.
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PEACOC® EVA
Be prepared to scale your network as needed, saving time and money upfront and eliminating the need for complete system overhauls.
PEACOC® High Density Fiber Management
The industry’s first and only solution to allow tool-less access for up to 144 LC simplex connectors in just 1RU of rackspace.
PEACOC® Fiber Optical Distribution Frames
Designed to mount various fiber optic panels and equipment for quick, easy, and safe turnup of new services and connections.
PEACOC® FleT Preconfigured Cassettes
The PEACOC FleT is a highly flexible, cassette based design which may be ordered preconfigured or reconfigured in the field at any time.
MPO MTP® Patch Cords
Multi-fiber jumpers and loopbacks deliver the performance and reliability needed in todays’ demanding high-speed broadband and data networks.
Multifiber Fanout / Breakout Cables
Fiber cable assemblies deliver the performance and reliability needed in today’s demanding high-speed broadband and data networks.
Simplex and Duplex Patch Cords
Maintaining a highly efficient production operation ensures you get these highest quality jumpers in a timely fashion at highly competitive, market prices.
Challenges
According to the Uptime Institute, the most common causes of data center issues are:
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Staff Execution
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Insufficient Staff
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Incorrect Processes & Procedures
Does any of this sound like you?
Here’s a look at how Go!Foton is designing connectivity to add density and improve its usability.Â
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FAQs
Answers to Common Questions
Data Center Infrastructure Planning & Management
How does fiber optic infrastructure support cloud computing?
Fiber optic infrastructure supports cloud computing by providing high-speed, reliable connections between data centers and cloud service providers, enabling fast data transfer and low latency for cloud-based applications.
How does fiber optic infrastructure contribute to data center sustainability?
Fiber optics reduce energy consumption (due to lower signal loss and fewer repeaters), support virtualization and cloud computing (which reduce the need for physical hardware), and enable efficient cooling (one of the highest energy drivers) through better cable management.
Why is fiber optic cable preferred in data centers?
Fiber optic cables are preferred in data centers due to their high bandwidth capacity, long-distance transmission capabilities, low latency, and immunity to electromagnetic interference (EMI).
What are the challenges of implementing fiber optic infrastructure in data centers?
Challenges include cost (initial installation and maintenance), physical space requirements for cable management, and the need for skilled personnel to handle installation and troubleshooting.
How do you upgrade fiber optic infrastructure in data centers?
Upgrading involves assessing current infrastructure, planning for higher capacity cables and connectors, implementing new technologies like DWDM, and ensuring minimal downtime during the transition
How do you ensure proper cable management in data centers?
Proper cable management involves using cable trays, raceways, cable ties, and labeling systems to organize and secure cables. This helps in maintaining airflow, preventing damage, and makes maintenance easier, quicker, and mitigates human error.
What is the importance of fiber optic testing in data centers?
Fiber optic testing is crucial for ensuring the integrity and performance of the network. Testing assesses continuity, attenuation, back reflection, and fiber end-face cleanliness, helping teams identify and rectify any performance issues.
How do you prevent fiber optic cable damage in data centers?
Preventing damage involves using protective conduits, fiber optic enclosures, adhering to proper bending radius guidelines, and secure fiber cable routing to avoid physical stress and environmental damage.
How is fiber optic cable terminated in data centers?
Fiber optic cables are terminated using connectors that are attached to the end of the fibers. Cable termination can be done using various methods, such as fusion splicing, mechanical splicing, or pre-terminated solutions.
What is the expected lifespan of fiber optic cables in data centers?
The lifespan of fiber optic cables can vary, but they typically last 20-25 years or more, provided they are properly installed and maintained, as they are less susceptible to environmental degradation compared to copper cables.
Data Center Layer 1 Technology
What are the types of fiber optic cables used in data centers?
You’ll find single-mode fiber (SMF) and multi-mode fiber (MMF) in data centers. Single-mode fiber is used for long-distance communication, while multi-mode fiber is used for shorter distances within the data center.
What are the common connectors used in data center fiber infrastructure?
Common connectors include LC, SC, ST, and MTP/MPO (Multi-Fiber Push-On/Pull-Off). LC and MTP/MPO connectors are popular due to their compact size and ability to handle high-density connections.
What do fiber patch panels do in data centers?
Fiber patch panels organize and manage the connections between incoming and outgoing fiber optic cables. They provide a centralized point for connecting and disconnecting cables, making it easier to make changes to or troubleshoot the network. Unlike splicing connections, these semi-permanent patched connections provide scalability and sustainability by leveraging dense fiber connectivity while requiring minimal configuration changes to support growth and longevity in the data center.
What is DWDM and how is it used in data centers?
Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) is a technology that combines multiple wavelengths of light on a single fiber, significantly increasing the capacity of the fiber infrastructure. It’s used to maximize the bandwidth in data center interconnects.
What is the role of fiber in a data center interconnect (DCI)?
Fiber plays a critical role in Data Center Interconnect (DCI) by enabling high-capacity, low-latency communication between geographically dispersed data centers, supporting disaster recovery, load balancing, and data replication.
What are the advantages of Spreadable Adapter technology?
There are many benefits of using spreadable adapters including:
- Improved cable organization and management. Spreadable adapters enable easy connector access to any adapter in any row without affecting insertion loss and instant port identification with easy access makes moves, adds, & changes in high fiber density environments manageable
- Flexibility in arranging connections. Adaptive cassette design allows for a variety of optical components to be used to get the maximum platform utility
- Reduced maintenance and troubleshooting time. Backside adapter maintenance can be done from the front of the chassis.
- Scalability and futureproofing. Port count can scale within the cassette for custom density and there is no need to remove cables and panels when making upgrades
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