Emcore announces LX4 module in X2 form factor

February 11, 2005 Somerset, NJ -- EMCORE Corp. has released an X2 version of its 10GBase-LX4 (LX4) module, used in 10-Gigabit Ethernet applications. The X2 module is roughly half the size of the XENPAK unit and supports topside mounting on the host PCB.

Feb. 11, 2005

February 11, 2005 Somerset, NJ -- EMCORE Corp. has released an X2 version of its 10GBase-LX4 (LX4) module, used in 10-Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) applications. The X2 module is roughly half the size of the XENPAK unit and supports topside mounting on the host PCB.

The X2 module offers all of the functionality of Emcore's XENPAK units. LX4 modules offer a single interface that can transmit over both multimode and singlemode fiber. It is the only PMD approved by the IEEE that can enable 10GbE connectivity over 300 m of legacy multimode fiber as well as 10 km of singlemode fiber. By the end of 2006 it is estimated the number of X2 ports shipping will begin to surpass XENPAK.

Dr. Robert Bryan, vice president and general manager of Emcore's Fiber Optics Division, said, "We anticipate a strong market reception and successful ramp for these small-form-factor 10GbE modules. These new modules will also enhance system vendors' options for interfacing with the large installed base of LX4 ports which have already been deployed by end users."