AMS-IX taps Smartoptics for data center interconnect in the U.S. and Europe

June 27, 2023

The technology vendor adds that it expects to participate in additional network upgrade projects with AMS-IX in the future.

Stephen Hardy

Smartoptics says that has supplied elements of its open line system portfolio to Amsterdam Internet Exchange (AMS-IX) to support data center interconnect requirements for internet exchanges in the U.S. and Europe. The technology vendor adds that it expects to participate in additional network upgrade projects with AMS-IX in the future.

AMS-IX first deployed the Smartoptics gear in its Chicago hub. Additional deployments have included interconnecting one of AMS-IX’s 16 Amsterdam data centers with its core network at Amsterdam Science Park. This deployment saw the use of Smartoptics’ DCP-404 muxponder and 400ZR+ optics.

“We are very pleased with both the technical and the commercial support we received from Smartoptics,” commented Ruben van den Brink, CTO of AMS-IX. “Deployment was plug-and-play and the network elements are easy to use with handy automation features. The solution met our performance expectations, helping both increase and scale capacity.

“One thing that really stood out was the very good delivery time. This was a pleasant surprise given current industry conditions,” van den Brink continued. “We are confident that the solution will meet the growing bandwidth needs of AMS-IX and our customers both now and in the future.”

“At Smartoptics, not only do we develop cutting-edge products but also focus on things that ensure customer success and satisfaction. Our very high customer satisfaction rating of 82 NPS is a testament to this,” added Magnus Grenfeldt, CEO, Smartoptics. “Several of the most renowned internet exchanges across the globe have chosen Smartoptics, and we are pleased to welcome AMS-IX as the latest addition. The Dutch heavyweight is well known for its excellent capacity, innovation, and high level of service.”

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About the Author

Stephen Hardy | Editorial Director and Associate Publisher, Lightwave

Stephen Hardy is editorial director and associate publisher of Lightwave and Broadband Technology Report, part of the Lighting & Technology Group at Endeavor Business Media. Stephen is responsible for establishing and executing editorial strategy across the both brands’ websites, email newsletters, events, and other information products. He has covered the fiber-optics space for more than 20 years, and communications and technology for more than 35 years. During his tenure, Lightwave has received awards from Folio: and the American Society of Business Press Editors (ASBPE) for editorial excellence. Prior to joining Lightwave in 1997, Stephen worked for Telecommunications magazine and the Journal of Electronic Defense.

Stephen has moderated panels at numerous events, including the Optica Executive Forum, ECOC, and SCTE Cable-Tec Expo. He also is program director for the Lightwave Innovation Reviews and the Diamond Technology Reviews.

He has written numerous articles in all aspects of optical communications and fiber-optic networks, including fiber to the home (FTTH), PON, optical components, DWDM, fiber cables, packet optical transport, optical transceivers, lasers, fiber optic testing, and more.

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