Cisco Optics

Innovation in transceiver modules and technology.

Network transformation with world-class optics

From the campus, to the data center, to the service provider network, Cisco is transforming networking by reducing the complexity of optical transceiver modules with pluggable optics innovation, investment, and expertise.

Innovations to lower complexity

Leadership in advanced optics technology combined with wafer-scale manufacturing.

Simplified and reliable networking

Rigorous qualification increases optics reliability and interoperability across Cisco and multi-vendor hosts.

Portfolio breadth

1G to 400G speeds, industry standards-compliant designs.

Reduced risk

Global supply chain diversity and single vendor sourcing reduce your risk of disruption.

Innovations that reduce optics complexity and cost

Silicon photonics

Photonics technology design and manufacturing leverage CMOS processes to improve performance, scale, and reduce cost.

100G PAM4

Pulse Amplitude Modulation (PAM4) advanced modulation format doubles the throughput while maintaining baud rate. PAM4 use in next generation 100G and 400G optics delivers superior performance.

Coherent pluggable optics

Gain the optical transport reach and performance you need at the cost points and power profiles of a pluggable form factor that let you maintain maximum router capacity.

Extensive qualification for plug and play

Cisco optical transceiver modules are qualified through a rigorous process to ensure that high quality and reliable optics are available when you need them.