Unveiling the Future: Gigalight’s 800G QSFP-DD DR8 Silicon Photonics Modules Illuminate New Horizons in Tech Connectivity

GIGALIGHT
2 min readAug 17, 2023

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Pumped to reveal to you all that we’ve got some groundbreaking news from Gigalight that’s sure to send ripples through the tech world. We delve into the realm of silicon photonics and the newly unveiled 800G QSFP-DD DR8/DR8+/DR8++ modules.

Imagine lasers at the heart of it all, paving the way for enhanced power play and a tech spectacle that’s simply awe-inspiring. These modules are engineered to amplify your connectivity prowess, pushing transmission distances up to a whopping 10km! And it gets even better — they’re designed for optimal efficiency, clocking in a maximum power consumption of under 18W, with a TDECQ below 2dB. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg; they’re masters of PAM4 optical signals, harnessing the potential of 8 lanes of 100G power.

What’s the scoop? Gigalight is setting up shop at the China CIOE 2023 event from September 6th to 8th, Booth 11A71. Tech enthusiasts, this is your golden ticket to witness these modules in action, right on the frontlines of innovation.

Now, let’s dive into the nitty-gritty.

Picture this: four 1310nm CW lasers, a 10km dual-fiber transmission capability, and an OMA RXsen that’s leaving the competition in the dust. These modules not only meet industry standards but excel beyond them, setting a new benchmark for performance. Impressive? Absolutely. Oh, and by the way, they’ve aced a 24-hour optical fiber loopback test, flawlessly managing 800GE traffic rates with enabled KP4 FEC — a true testament to their robustness.

But here’s where it gets interesting. Gigalight knows versatility matters. The new modules offer compatibility with both MPO16/APC and Dual MPO12/APC connector setups. And let’s not forget the cherry on top: when compared to traditional 800G modules using an 8-lane EML approach, the silicon photonics modules shine bright by using fewer lasers. This translates to not only stellar performance but also lower power consumption.

Diving into the tech landscape, it’s evident that AI’s computing power is skyrocketing. Gigalight, backed by formidable R&D efforts and support from the silicon photonics industry chain, has hurdled over key bottlenecks in silicon photonics technology. Brace yourselves — a new era of silicon photonics products is on the horizon, creating waves across the industry.

Ready to level up your tech game? Gigalight is at the forefront of the optical networking revolution, carving a path toward unprecedented innovation. Stay tuned as we unravel the intricate layers of technology and explore the endless possibilities.

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GIGALIGHT is an open optical network device explorer focusing on data center & cloud computing, wireless & 5G, and metro & broadcast networks.

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