Optical Communication Networks and Data Centers – Rack-Mounted Optical Switch

* Network Redundancy Protection and Switching: When the primary optical cable line is interrupted due to construction, natural disasters, or equipment failure, the optical switch can automatically or under network management commands instantly switch services from the primary route to the backup route, ensuring uninterrupted communication. This is a key device for achieving high network reliability.

* Fiber Optic Link Monitoring and Testing: In the network operations and maintenance center, an optical fiber testing platform can be built using optical switches. Testing instruments (such as OTDRs, optical power meters, etc.) can be connected to any fiber optic link in the network for performance monitoring and fault location as needed, without requiring on-site technical personnel, greatly improving operational efficiency.

* Signal Routing and Scheduling: In large data centers or core computer rooms, it is necessary to flexibly route optical signals from different sources to different destinations. Rack-mounted optical switches can easily achieve optical cross-connections, enabling flexible signal scheduling.

Xionghua photoelectric’s XH-FSW-N×M matrix rack-mounted optical switch is a kind of functional device,with the ability of controlling and switching optical route. It can be manually selected from front panel or controlled via RS232 port, Ethernet port and auto-scanned on certain frequency. In optical fiber transmission system, it is used for multi-channel fiber monitoring, multi light source/ detector selection, and optical fiber path protection etc. Besides, it is also used in optical fiber test system for optical fiber and its component test, outdoor cable test and multi-spot optical sensors monitoring system.

Features:

◆Low insertion loss, Fast switching

◆ SerialNet, High Reliability, High Stability           

◆LED display panel. Visual display, Convenient operation.

◆Transparent transmission signal. High stability and reliability.

◆Channel and time interval of automatic scanning can be set up.

◆ RS232 Control and Ethernet Remote Management

Specifications:

Advantages of Rack-Mounted Design

Compared to desktop or modular optical switches, rack-mounted designs are particularly suitable for the aforementioned application scenarios because they offer:

High-Density Integration: Dozens or even hundreds of fiber optic links can be centrally managed within a standard rack, saving space.

Centralized Power Supply and Management: Facilitates unified power supply and remote control via network management systems, enabling intelligent operation and maintenance.

Excellent Stability and Reliability: Designed with a focus on the industrial environment of data centers, they typically offer higher stability and a longer lifespan.

Easy Expansion: Optical switch modules can be added as needed, allowing for smooth capacity expansion.

In summary, rack-mounted optical switches are key hardware for achieving automation, intelligence, and high reliability in optical networks, and their applications cover almost all fields requiring flexible and reliable control of optical signal paths.