A Discussion With EXFO: Certifying, Troubleshooting, and Upgrading Fiber in the Data Center

While optical networking is the obvious choice for high-speed data center operations, fiber-optic cabling is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Different fiber types and various connector interfaces present options—and sometimes-difficult choices—for data center administrators, who also must consider characteristics like compatibility and interoperability with an eye toward high-speed upgrades. In this conversation, EXFO’s business development manager Cole Bondy describes the pivotal role that EXFO plays by providing assurance and detecting trouble in data center fiber-optic networks.