New levels of network efficiency lay foundation for adapting to new requirements

Singapore Advanced Research and Education Network (SingAREN), a nonprofit network provider serving the research and higher education community, has deployed Ciena's (NYSE: CIEN) 6500 packet-optical platform to deliver reliable high-speed connectivity for data-intensive science and advanced computer network applications. The network upgrade advances SingAREN’s mission to collaborate across Asia and the globe in research areas such as cancer genomics and precision medicine to improve how diseases are treated as well as atmospheric modeling to combat climate change.

Key Facts:

  • Powered by WaveLogicAi coherent optics, Ciena’s 6500 directionless, flexible grid photonic line system is deployed in SingAREN to support dynamic re-routing of wavelengths as needed, along with Layer 0 control plane for self-healing capabilities. WaveLogic Ai doubles throughput speeds versus previous technology generations, and its programmability offers optimal capacity for any path across the network from 100G to 400G through 50G increments.
  • SingAREN is also leveraging Ciena’s Manage, Control and Plan (MCP) domain controller to improve network visibility and expedite optical management and operations.
  • Together with Terrabit Networks, which designed and implemented the network, Ciena has transformed SingAREN’s architecture to a mesh network that can more easily recover from fiber failures and provide uninterrupted services for research and education initiatives. Additionally, SingAREN benefits from a smaller footprint, reduced cost-per-bit and lower power consumption.

Executive Comments:

  • “Singapore is a regional hub that pushes the frontier of data-driven science and technology. It is mission critical that our network provides sufficient bandwidth and seamless connectivity to the research and education community. Ciena’s industry-leading optical technology equips SingAREN with a network that can withstand connectivity demands as they emerge.”
    - Lawrence Wong, President, SingAREN

    “Singapore is a regional hub that pushes the frontier of data-driven science and technology. It is mission critical that our network provides sufficient bandwidth and seamless connectivity to the research and education community. Ciena’s industry-leading optical technology equips SingAREN with a network that can withstand connectivity demands as they emerge.”

    Lawrence Wong, President, SingAREN

  • “Accessing knowledge is imperative to fostering innovation and discovering scientific solutions to overcome some of the greatest challenges of our society. With Ciena, SingAREN not only enables digital collaboration in Singapore, but also expands its footprint across borders with a flexible network that evolves to user demands.”
    - Dion Leung, Regional Managing Director for Asia, Ciena

    “Accessing knowledge is imperative to fostering innovation and discovering scientific solutions to overcome some of the greatest challenges of our society. With Ciena, SingAREN not only enables digital collaboration in Singapore, but also expands its footprint across borders with a flexible network that evolves to user demands.”

    Dion Leung, Regional Managing Director for Asia, Ciena

About SingAREN
Singapore Advanced Research and Education Network (SingAREN) is Singapore’s national research and education network. It is the sole provider of local and international networks dedicated for serving the research and education (R&E) community in Singapore. SingAREN’s members consist of the institutions of higher learning, research organizations, government, and network industry players.

About CienaCiena (NYSE: CIEN) is a networking systems, services and software company. We provide solutions that help our customers create the Adaptive Network™ in response to the constantly changing demands of their end-users. By delivering best-in-class networking technology through high-touch consultative relationships, we build the world’s most agile networks with automation, openness and scale. For updates on Ciena, follow us on Twitter @Ciena, LinkedIn, the Ciena Insights blog, or visit www.ciena.com.

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