QLx™ Lane Extenders for Ethernet Applications
Ethernet is fast becoming the fabric of choice for local area networks. The 10 Gigabit Ethernet technology with several available physical layers is gaining wide acceptance, while higher speed solutions such as 40G and 100G Ethernet are in the works. Quellan’s QLx Quad Lane Extenders tailored for Ethernet applications serve next generation data communication for Backplanes, Line Cards, Switch Cards, and enable extended reach well as active copper cables.
DESIGN BENEFITS
- 300% signal reach extension
- Thinner, smaller copper cable gauge
- Use of cost effective FR4 PCB laminates
- Use of simple ASICS with no digital signal processing
- Extends the life of legacy platforms
END-USER BENEFITS
- Efficiently maximize data center connectivity
- Lower data center operation costs
- Dramatically reduced power consumption
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