Windstream Wholesale tapped VIAVI to verify its 800G transatlantic 800G trial

When Windstream Wholesale conducted its 800 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) transatlantic service trial this fall in partnership with Colt Technology Services and Nokia, it leveraged VIAVI’s testing solutions to validate the link's performance.

The transatlantic 800G service trial, conducted over 8,500 kilometers of subsea and terrestrial fiber between Chicago and London, used Nokia’s advanced Photonic Service Interconnect-Modular (PSI-M) platform.

VIAVI’s testing solutions included pre-deployment assessments of optical modules, network transport equipment, and in-service bidirectional traffic generation at the challenging 800G speeds.

Using the VIAVI ONT-800 FLEX XPM test sets, several days of pre-deployment soak testing were conducted on Nokia 800G optical modules and network equipment. This testing ensured seamless integration of hardware, software, and infrastructure components, effectively addressing technical issues at both ends of the optical link.

Also, the VIAVI ONT-800 FLEX XPM generated 800G data streams to validate the 800G services from end to end, Chicago to London, validating long-term service stability and error-free transmission. According to VIAVI, it reduced post-deployment troubleshooting needs and accelerated validation of the 800G service buildout.

The collaboration with VIAVI facilitated a successful trial and ensured that Windstream Wholesale can deliver unprecedented bandwidth capabilities essential for AI-powered applications and high-performance network solutions.

What’s significant about Windstream Wholesale’s partnership with VIAVI, Colt, and Nokia is that it demonstrates the power of collaboration and sets a new benchmark in optical networking capabilities.

Joe Scattareggia, president of Windstream Wholesale, said, “VIAVI's expertise and innovative testing solutions have ensured a seamless deployment, allowing us to deliver unprecedented bandwidth capabilities.”

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