VIAVI Expands Data Center Testing Portfolio for 1.6T and Beyond
Event summary
- VIAVI will showcase its end-to-end data center testing portfolio at ECOC 2026 from September 21-23 in Malaga, Spain.
- The portfolio includes solutions for 1.6T technologies, AI fabric validation, CPO and Silicon Photonics testing, and quantum network evaluation.
- New products include the ONE-1600 ERP 1.6T module, TestCenter D2 for AI workload testing, and the MAP-300 platform for CPO and SiPh testing.
- VIAVI acquired the Direct Optical Research Company (DORC) product line for optical connector end-face geometry test solutions.
The big picture
VIAVI's expanded portfolio addresses the growing complexity of data center networks as hyperscalers and cloud providers scale AI infrastructure. The shift to 1.6T technologies and beyond, driven by advancements in Silicon Photonics and Co-packaged Optics, underscores the need for comprehensive testing solutions. VIAVI's strategic acquisitions and product innovations position it to capitalize on the increasing demand for high-speed, low-latency optical networks.
What we're watching
- Technology Adoption
- The pace at which hyperscalers and cloud providers adopt 1.6T and beyond technologies will determine VIAVI's market positioning.
- Competitive Dynamics
- Whether VIAVI can sustain its leadership in data center testing amid increasing competition in the high-speed networking space.
- Integration Success
- How effectively VIAVI integrates the DORC product line into its existing portfolio to enhance its optical testing capabilities.
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