Keysight Unveils Optical Reference Transmitter to Validate Next-Generation Data Transmission

Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) today announced the launch of its N7718C Optical Reference Transmitter. This advanced solution is a critical tool for testing optical receivers designed for 200G-per-lane transmission.

The widespread adoption of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) across industries has put tremendous pressure on data center throughput. As demand for higher data rates continues to grow, manufacturers of optical transceivers and optical interconnect solutions are under increasing pressure to comply with emerging standards such as IEEE 802.3dj. The Optical Reference Transmitter arrives at a critical juncture, providing a solution for compliance validation and interoperability assurance at data rates exceeding 200 Gbit/s per lane.