Patchmodul

Key features patching modules

Simpler upgrades with MTP patch and LC harness

• As data centers migrate to higher data rates, the LC connector is being
  replaced by MTP. MTP is generally used for 40G and 100G switch ports that
  aggregate to 10G at the server. Because the majority of LC-MTP upgrades
  are at the switch end, it makes sense to deploy a MTP patch module in the
  switch rack and then run harnesses to the transceiver. MTP-LC harnesses can
  be used on day 1 and then MTP conversion harnesses or jumpers can be used
  for the upgrade.

Base-8 for easier upgrade

• Deploying a Base-8 backbone today will make it easier to upgrade to the
  higher data rates tomorrow. 40G is already defined as an 8 fiber interface,
  but in the future 100G, 200G and beyond will also be developed with SR4 8
  fiber transceivers. For this reason, it would make sense to build your backbone
  with Base-8 from the start.

Quick feed-through functionality to pre-installed modules

• The IANOS patching module incorporates a cable guiding system at the
  rear of the module which facilitates fast and simple installation of trunk cables.
  New trunks can be parked at the rear and then pulled forward from the front
  of the chassis so that improved access can be made to the patching field. Final
  connections of the trunk cables are made from the front of the IANOS chassis.