Smartoptics launches the dual DCP-802 transponder for scalable 800G networking

01 Apr 2025 15:00 CEST

Oslo, Norway - April 1, 2025 - Smartoptics, a leading provider of optical
networking solutions, today announced the launch of the new DCP-802 transponder.
The dual 400G/800G transponder is designed to maximize the potential of 800ZR
technology for flexible and cost-efficient network scaling.

The DCP-802 transponder enables 800G networking in a compact form factor,
significantly reducing power consumption and latency. It supports 1:1
transponder mode for direct conversion to DWDM. With support for 800G breakout,
a single connection can be split into two 400G links (2×400G) or eight 100G
links (8×100G) to maximize fiber utilization. This optimizes cost per bit for
communication service providers, enterprises and internet exchanges.

The DCP-802 is designed for three use cases:

· 1:1 transponder mode: Convert 800G, 400G or 100G gray signals to coherent
DWDM.
· Get more out of switches and routers with 800G breakout: Extend the life of
100G/400G ports with increased capacity or break out 800G ports into multiple
lower-rate links for broader compatibility.
· Enable signal hand-off with performance monitoring: Use the transponder's
demarcation point to measure performance before handing off the signal to
another system.

The dual 400G/800G transponder features two client ports supporting a flexible
range of QSFP-DD transceiver types. On the line side, it supports coherent DWDM
400G and 800G modulation formats, with optional Layer 1 encryption for easily
securing data in transit.

To optimize capacity and reach for specific network needs, the transponder
supports programmable line rates from 100G to 800G in small increments. These
flexible data rates are made possible with cutting-edge technologies such as
dynamically adjusting modulation and constellation shaping.

"The DCP-802 transponder is a key addition to our 800G portfolio along with our
800G-capable open line systems, ROADMs, and transceivers. One of the biggest
drivers for 800G is maximizing cost efficiency with breakout, and our first 800G
transponder is purpose-built for this need. True to our smart design principles,
it enhances cost efficiency and simplifies network architectures with its
compact form factor and flexible support for pluggable optics. We look forward
to helping customers make the most of 800G with the DCP-802," says Kent
Lidström, CTO Smartoptics.

The DCP-802 is planned to be available for the first deliveries to the market in
Q3 2025.

For more information please contact:
Magnus Grenfeldt
CEO
Smartoptics
+46 73-366 88 77
E-mail: magnus.grenfeldt@smartoptics.com

About Smartoptics
Smartoptics provides innovative optical networking solutions and devices for the
new era of open networking. Our customer base includes thousands of enterprises,
governments, cloud providers, Internet exchanges as well as cable and telecom
operators. We have an open networking approach in everything we do which allows
our customers to break unwanted vendor lock-in, remain flexible and minimize
costs. Our solutions are used in metro and regional network applications that
increasingly rely on data center services and specifications. Smartoptics is a
Scandinavian company founded in 2006. We partner with leading technology and
network solution providers such as Brocade, Cisco and Dell and have a global
reach through more than 100 business partners.

For additional information about Smartoptics, please visit
https://smartoptics.com/

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