Datasheet

100GbE Coherent Switch
AS7716-24SC
The Cassini packet transponder enables network operators to easily extend and migrate existing metro and
long-haul Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) networks to add new 100G capacities and extend
inter-datacenter and Layer3 services.
The Cassini is a 1.5 RU form factor with system throughput of 3.2 Tbps based on Broadcom StrataXGS™ Tomahawk™
Plus switch silicon. The Cassini design offers sixteen fixed 100 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP28 ports, plus eight linecard
slots to incorporate a flexible mix of additional 200 GbE ports or DCO optical ports based on coherent DSP and
optical transceivers from leading optical technology partners.
This open network switch is loaded with the Open Network Install Environment (ONIE), which supports the
installation of compatible Network Operating System (NOS) soſtware, including the open source plus commercial
NOS offerings.
Cassini supports Ethernet and optical line cards with MACsec security to enable secure encrypted connections on
both client-side links and metro or wide area connections.
■ High Capacity: Full 3.2 Tbps switching fabric.
■ Metro Transmission: 200G 16QAM coherent plug-in card.
■ Cost Effective: Combined switch and transport function in one box.
■ Open and Flexible: Line-side plug-in (CFP2-DCO, 2 x QSFP28). Non-coherent/coherent subscription ratios of 1:1
to 15:1 (also grey fiber/color fiber subscription ratios), "plug-and-play" with automatic conditioning of the
analogue line.
■ Easier to Use: Transport library supports API functionalities; automated monitoring, failure report, etc.
Abstracts complexity of L1 transmission.
■ Long-Life Reliability: Redundant 60 mm fan (3+1 dual-rotor fan assemblies). Redundant Power (1+1 PSU).
■ Hardware switch pre-loaded with Open Network Install Environment (ONIE) for automated loading of
compatible open source and commerical NOS offerings.
AS7716-24SC 100GbE Coherent Switch
Key Features and Benefits