Nokia has announced its launch of Aurelis Optical LAN, a next-generation fiber-based LAN solution made to meet the current and future demands of enterprise connectivity. As a “future-ready” solution, it uses fiber’s performance, longevity, and efficiency to campus and in-building environments.
Per Nokia’s press release, “Optical LAN offers a significant leap forward, requiring up to 70% less cabling and 40% less power compared to traditional copper-based LAN networks. With a lifespan of more than 50 years, Optical LAN delivers up to 50% reduction in Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).”
Nokia’s Aurelis Optical LAN supports speeds of 1Gb/s, 10Gb/s, and 25Gb/s with the flexibility of supporting 50Gb/s and 100Gb/s in the future. Open APIs integration into existing enterprise environments is seamless, and advanced automation features allow for simplified and streamlined operations. “Six-nines availability and robust security ensure it can deliver fast and seamless LAN connectivity, essential for Wi-Fi 7 and other high-bandwidth applications.”
Nokia’s Optical LAN technology has been installed worldwide in over 700 hotels, university campuses, airports, hospitals, and more.
“Deploying Optical LAN across our campus was a strategic move to modernize connectivity across multiple buildings. It gives us a reliable, high-performance backbone for Wi-Fi, printers, and all our office endpoints—while significantly lowering power and cabling needs. The fiber-based infrastructure supports our long-term vision for a more efficient, future-ready network,” said Daniel Schach, Head of OT-Infrastructure at FairNetz GmbH
“Aurelis Optical LAN delivers the simplicity, reliability, and scalability enterprises need to succeed in a digital-first world. With a 50+ year lifespan, fiber infrastructure ensures you’re ready for whatever comes next—without the disruption and cost of constant upgrades. Optical LAN gives enterprises a future-proof foundation for connectivity, at a dramatically lower total cost,” said Geert Heyninck, General Manager of Broadband Networks at Nokia.