Brian Rhoney, Director Of Data Center Market Development, Corning
The enormous growth in demand for bandwidth among both consumers and global enterprises means that data centers need to be constantly expanding to supply more computing, storage and networking capacity. In addition, there are new applications in machine learning using Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA) that increase connectivity demands in the data center.
Increasingly, more and more of this storage and computation happens at hyperscale data centers – the term used for massive business-critical facilities designed to efficiently support robust, scalable applications. These hyperscale centers, along with edge compute sites, are growing quickly along with market demand, and are expected to have total revenues of $108 billion by 2025. There are now approximately 600 of these hyperscale centers in operation globally, twice the number of five years ago.
The business of hyperscale data centers varies greatly from Cloud Platforms (SAAS, PAAS), to social media, internet search, gaming platforms, and others. It’s not hard to browse some of these companies’ quarterly reports to see that these are financially lucrative businesses. There is an obvious motive to continue to invest, yet key challenges limit the ability to easily scale. Of course, capital resources are always a limit, but these companies have healthy cash flows, thus often it is the availability of other resources – land, power availability, construction labor – that is the obstacle. As a supplier of fiber optical cabling and connectivity solutions, Corning is doing its part in speeding up the installation of these solutions.
"Preterminated cable solutions like EDGE Rapid Connect - a major technological advancement over traditional field-terminated cable - give data centers an easy path to extreme fiber density, and a way to quickly and efficiently scale up capacity in the future"
In any fiber optic network, the fastest way to connect two ports is to use a cable that is preterminated with connectors at both ends. There’s no splicing or field connectorization of cables required, which results in greatly reduced installation time, and no scrambling to hire trained splice technicians in a labor-constrained environment. For Data Center Interconnect (DCI) applications, where multiple data center buildings need to be connected within a campus, the challenge of using preterminated cables comes down to the number of fibers that need to be run outdoors between buildings, and the available conduit space available to pull the terminated cables through. Hyperscale centers, as you might imagine, need to run a massive amount of fiber between buildings, meaning that typical preterminated cables would require huge protective pulling grips. So huge, in fact, that they would never fit through the 4” conduits which are standard in the data center environment. Thus, to make preterminated cables for DCI a reality, creative ideas are required to solve the challenge of running a lot of fiber optic connectors through a small space
What Corning’s EDGE™ Rapid Connect Solution Can Do for Your Hyperscale Data Center
Corning’s new EDGE Rapid Connect solution can help hyperscale data centers address these challenges both right now, and as data demand grows even faster in the future. Our solution can help your enterprise install more networking capacity in less space, as well as dramatically cut installation time.
Rapid Connect takes an innovation that began with our connectorized Fiber-to-the-Home solution and applies it to this solution optimized for large data center environments. The cable is both fiber-dense and preterminated – meaning that campuses need to reserve less duct or tray space for cables, and that no skilled labor is required for splicing cables for between data center buildings.
Since no splicing is required, you can install new capacity up to 70% faster – and better keep up with future demand. It means faster time-to-deploy, and faster revenue generation.
As the COVID-19 pandemic started and the demand for bandwidth exploded, hyperscale operators realized that the old way of connecting data centers just wouldn’t work in a labor-constrained environment. EDGE Rapid Connect has come along at just the right time to help operators increase network capacity, while taking a cabling install project that used to take six weeks, and reducing it down to approximately two weeks.
Preterminated cable solutions like EDGE Rapid Connect – a major technological advancement over traditional field-terminated cable – give data centers an easy path to extreme fiber density, and a way to quickly and efficiently scale up capacity in the future. For your data center, it means fewer headaches, saved time, and faster revenue, both now and going forward.
Spectrum Networks: Nurturing Resilient, Lighting Fast, Wireless Connectivity
LOCH Technologies: Broadening Visibility over IoT Ecosystems
t3 Broadband: Bridging the Broadband Divide
SOLiD: Delivering Seamless Cellular Coverage and Capacity
GCB services: Prowess in All-Round 5G Deployments
ClearSky Technologies: Providing the Missing Link for Effective In-Building Cellular Coverage
SpearIx: Reliable Low Power Industrial Grade Wireless System
Morse Micro: Ready for Wi-Fi HaLow? Wi-Fi That Can Reach Farther
Horizon Communications Technologies: At the Forefront of 5G Revolution
GCB Services: Prowess in All-round 5G Deployments
Titan Radio: High-Performance, Two-Way Radio Communication
Spark Connected: Bespoke Wireless Power Systems
Sivers IMA: Empowering networks with 5G Ready Solutions
PowerSphyr: A Vision to Deliver Truly Universal Wireless Charging
iTraq: Driving Business Value through Location Tracking
End 2 End Technologies: Automating Industrial Communications
Cognitive Systems: Motion Sensing with WiFi Devices
iBwave Solutions: Market Experts in In-building Wireless Network Solutions
Glow Labs: Crafting Experience on Wireless
Rajant Corporation: Game-Changing Wireless Networks When Your Data Really Matters
Extreme Networks: Wireless Networking, the Extreme Way
Redline Communications: Boosting Secure Network Connectivity
Cambium Networks: Connecting the Unconnected
Turn-key Technologies, Inc.: Expert Networking and Duress System Solutions
GCB Services: 360-degree Network Optimization
TeleBright Software: One-Stop-Shop Corporate Telecommunication Expense Management
Extreme Networks [NASDAQ:EXTR]: Delivering Brilliance— No Strings Attached
Pioneer Communications Group: Committed to Customers and Safety
Mojo Networks: The Age of Cognitive Wi-Fi
Fon: Delivering Best-in-class Carrier-grade WiFi Networks
Blackfire Research: Building Next-Gen ‘Smart’ Home Entertainment
ScreenBeam: Wireless Display Reaps Productivity Dividends
Clover Wireless: Efficient Reverse Logistics for Mobile Devices
EDX Wireless: SignalPro - Simplifying Wireless Network Complexity
Senet: Seamless LPWAN with LoRa Technology
Proxim Wireless [OTCMKTS:PRXM]: Unfaltering Wireless Devices for Quality and Reliability
Mobilitie: Fostering Wireless Connectivity with Innovative Solutions
Ruckus Wireless [NYSE:RKUS]: Delivering End-To-End Wireless Services and Solutions
Aviat Networks [NASDAQ:AVNW]: End-to-end Powerful Microwave Platform Services and Solutions
Centerline Solutions: Ultimate Enablers of Wireless Connectivity
Carrier Access, Inc.: One Facilitator for all Connectivity, Technology, and Lifecycle Needs
Eleven Wireless: A Centralized Platform to Manage Guest Internet
Boingo Wireless [NASDAQ:WIFI]: Fueling Today’s Connected Lifestyle
Redpine Signals: Spearheading the Wireless IoT Revolution
Mapcom Systems: Comprehensive Operating Platform for Better Network Management
LTW: Removing Connectivity Barriers with Wireless Solutions
KORE: Global M2M and IoT Connectivity Solutions for Enterprises– Better Coverage, Choice and Reliability
NexxCom Wireless LLC Addressing Increasing Low Latency Needs of Hybrid Wireless and Fiber Networks
Mymo Wireless: 4G LTE Technology for IoT and M2M Communication
Fortinet: Powered and Secured Wireless LAN Integration
Microwave Networks: Deployment of Mission Critical, Cyber Protected Microwave Communications Solutions
Silex Technology: Wireless Expertise for Reliable Connectivity
Kodiak: Back to the Future with PTT Technology
JMA Wireless: Empowering Mobile Users with the Best Cellular User Experience
Quortus:In-building 4G LTE Wireless Solutions for the Enterprise
GENBAND: A Framework for Resilient Communications
Novatel Wireless: Intelligent Wireless Solutions that Simplify IoT
Apperian: Rock-Solid Mobile App Management Platform
ExteNet Systems: Distributed Networks to Enhance the End User Experience
Yokogawa Corporation of America: Pioneering Field Wireless Systems for Process Industries
DataXoom Corp: Value-Added Wireless Data Services for Business Customers
Essential Technology Elements Necessary To Enable...
By Leni Kaufman, VP & CIO, Newport News Shipbuilding
Comparative Data Among Physician Peers
By George Evans, CIO, Singing River Health System
Monitoring Technologies Without Human Intervention
By John Kamin, EVP and CIO, Old National Bancorp
Unlocking the Value of Connected Cars
By Elliot Garbus, VP-IoT Solutions Group & GM-Automotive...
Digital Innovation Giving Rise to New Capabilities
By Gregory Morrison, SVP & CIO, Cox Enterprises
Staying Connected to Organizational Priorities is Vital...
By Alberto Ruocco, CIO, American Electric Power
Comprehensible Distribution of Training and Information...
By Sam Lamonica, CIO & VP Information Systems, Rosendin...
The Current Focus is On Comprehensive Solutions
By Sergey Cherkasov, CIO, PhosAgro
Big Data Analytics and Its Impact on the Supply Chain
By Pascal Becotte, MD-Global Supply Chain Practice for the...
Technology's Impact on Field Services
By Stephen Caulfield, Executive Director, Global Field...
Carmax, the Automobile Business with IT at the Core
By Shamim Mohammad, SVP & CIO, CarMax
The CIO's role in rethinking the scope of EPM for...
By Ronald Seymore, Managing Director, Enterprise Performance...
Driving Insurance Agent Productivity with Mobile and Big...
By Brad Bodell, SVP and CIO, CNO Financial Group, Inc.
Transformative Impact On The IT Landscape
By Jim Whitehurst, CEO, Red Hat
Get Ready for an IT Renaissance: Brought to You by Big...
By Clark Golestani, EVP and CIO, Merck
Four Initiatives Driving ECM Innovation
By Scott Craig, Vice President of Product Marketing, Lexmark...
Technology to Leverage and Enable
By Dave Kipe, SVP, Global Operations, Scholastic Inc.
Speed is the Name of the Game
By Meerah Rajavel, CIO, Forcepoint
AI is the New UI-AI + UX + DesignOps
By Amit Bahree, Executive, Global Technology and Innovation,...
Evolving Role of the CIO - Enabling Business Execution...
By Greg Tacchetti, CIO, State Auto Insurance
I agree We use cookies on this website to enhance your user experience. By clicking any link on this page you are giving your consent for us to set cookies. More info
Copyright © 2022 CIOReview. All rights reserved. Contact | Subscribe | Advertise with us | Sitemap Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy | Disclaimer
However, if you would like to share the information in this article, you may use the link below:
https://wireless.cioreview.com/cxoinsight/how-nextgeneration-connectivity-can-help-hyperscale-data-centers-meet-growing-demand-nid-35703-cid-13.html