Use-Case Optimized Pluggable Optics

Our WaveLogic^TM Pluggable Transceivers are strategically integrated across our comprehensive range of optical, routing, and switching products. This powerful technology facilitates networking capacities ranging from 100G to 800G. By optimizing power and space usage, our WaveLogic Pluggable Transceivers deliver efficient, purpose-built designs suitable for applications spanning distances from 10 km to 1,000 km.

WaveLogic 5 Nano 100G-400G Pluggable Transceiver applications

WaveLogic 6 Nano 400G-800G Pluggable Transceiver applications

Innovation, Scalability, and Power Efficiencies

Our commitment to technological innovation is evident in our pluggable technology, which offers a significant reduction in power per bit and further footprint savings. This advancement allows for the benefits of coherent technology—including scalability, capacity, and networking simplicity—to be realized across a range of applications, from access/edge to regional.

Widest Range of Transmission Modes

Our WL5n and WL6n Coherent Pluggable Transceivers support the largest range of transmission modes, including both interoperable and higher performance modes, to cater to a comprehensive range of networking requirements.

Designed for Simple Deployment

We provide full support for all operator coherent pluggable deployment models. Whether it's for deployment in Ciena hosts or third-party hosts, with our photonics or third-party photonics, we ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.

Comprehensive Lifecycle Management

Our Navigator Network Control Suite offers comprehensive lifecycle management of WaveLogic Coherent Pluggables, serving as a single point of control. It allows for the visualization and optimization of multi-layer, multi-vendor network operations, thereby accelerating operational workflows.