FCBP110LD1L05 Finisar, FCBP110LD1L05 Datasheet - Page 2

• Manufacturer Part Number: FCBP110LD1L05
• Description: Specifications: 1st Connector: Laserwire Transceiver Plug ; 2nd Connector: Laserwire Transceiver Plug ; Cable Diameter: - ; Cable Type: Twin Zip ; Features: Zipcord ; Fiber Type: - ; Length - Overall: 16.4' (5.0m) ; Type: Multimode, Simplex ; Lead Fr
• Manufacturer: Finisar

Finisar primarily targets the copper-interconnect segment of the 10GigE market, an area
where many believe the long-term growth will come from. CX-4, the current mainstream
technology, has had limited uptake because of such issues as limited distance capabilities
unless additional components are added and concerns about port density.
Many have viewed the 10GBase-T market as the one that will drive 10GigE into widespread
adoption because of 10GigE's relative ease of use and because it does not need optical
modules, which soak up power, space and energy. The first-generation PHYs for this space
have been relatively power hungry, often in excess of 10 watts, but a new generation is
expected in 2008 that will address this issue by cutting power demand in half.
Copper has an advantage in that it is perceived as more reliable than optics. In most cases, if
a copper connection fails on a switch, it can be replaced, while an optical burnout kills the
entire switch.
Competition
Solarflare Communications has just released its 10Gbase-T offerings, and it has teamed up
with Accton Technology to move the technology into the mainstream enterprise
datacenter. KeyEye Communications has recently started developing for short-reach
10GBase-T applications.
Optical developers such as JDS Uniphase and MRV Communications could also be
affected if they find that in their existing markets they start getting supplanted by Laserwire,
which doesn't need an optical module.
Strengths
This is a very innovative approach that eliminates
clutter, opens up board space and reduces power
and heat issues – all major concerns that have
slowed adoption of large-scale 10GigE
installations.
Opportunities
The lack of a cost-effective and efficient method
to connect 10GigE has slowed adoption of that
technology. If Finisar can deliver on its promise,
it should tap into a huge market.
Copyright 2007 The 451 Group
451 Market Insight Service
Weaknesses
Basing a key component of a datacenter’s
connectivity on a relatively new approach from a
single-source developer is always an issue for IT
managers.
Threats
The ability of competitors to counter with a
similar elegant solution will be quickly tested.
There are reports of rival solutions that also seek
to eliminate the optical module from the board.
16 NOV 2007
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