Infinera Launches New Time-Sensitive Networking Switch for 5G

Infinera this week announced the availability of the Infinera EMXP-XH800, an X-haul-optimized packet optical switch purpose-built for Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN). Part of Infinera’s XTM Series, the EMXP-XH800 is Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF)-compliant and builds on the company’s legacy of innovation, delivering ultra-low-power, low-latency, and high-density packet optical solutions designed to help network operators cost-effectively deploy challenging 5G and fiber deep applications. The EMXP-XH800 enables mobile operators and wholesale providers to cost-effectively deliver Common Public Radio Interface (CPRI), eCPRI, and Ethernet-based X-haul transport services for 4G/5G with lower latency and industry-leading synchronization, including a broad range of Ethernet service and resiliency options. The EMXP-XH800 extends the benefits of the XTM Series’ widely deployed EMXP range for all Ethernet aggregation and backhaul applications, increasing switching capacity, improving the EMXP’s already impressive synchronization performance, and adding capabilities such as TSN to support current and new requirements as more networks evolve to 5G.