Dune Networks and Bay Microsystems to support SPAUI interface

OCTOBER 9, 2007 -- SPAUI, a XAUI backward compatible interface, combines the best of XAUI and SPI4.2 into single interface targeting dense 10-GbE line cards featuring multiple 10-Gbit/sec ports and higher speed Ethernet options, say the companies.

Oct. 9, 2007

OCTOBER 9, 2007 -- Dune Networks, provider of networking devices for Metro Ethernet, enterprise, and data center platforms, and Bay Microsystems (search for Bay Microsystems) today announced their commitment to support the SPAUI interface in their respective next-generation devices as well as its enhancement for higher rate (40- and 100-Gbit/sec) applications.

The companies say their mutual support of the SPAUI interface underscores a continuous commitment to provide their customers with seamless, interoperable product offerings. Equipment vendors can utilize these products for building carrier switches and routers with high-density 10-Gigabit Ethernet (10-GbE) line cards, featuring multiple 10-Gbit/sec ports, extending to 40- and 100-Gbit/sec port rates.

"Since the SPAUI interface leverages the standard XAUI MAC and PCS physical interface it is an ideal system interface for devices supporting dense 10-GbE ports," explains Ofer Iny, CTO of Dune Networks.

"Bay and Dune are jointly committed to offer the highest bandwidth and services in the market," adds Brian Alleyne, senior director of product marketing at Bay Microsystems. "We believe that this joint solution will enable system vendors to start implementing high-end systems with numerous 10-GbE ports on the same line card, with a clear roadmap to 40-GbE and 100-GbE ports."

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