CommScope propels data centers into the future

CommScope has introduced Propel, a high-speed fiber platform designed to assist data center managers in responding to the exponential increase in computing power demand. This new technology eases the transition to Terabit speeds by providing dependable connectivity and a robust network infrastructure that aligns with rapidly emerging data center applications, allowing for faster, more efficient data access.

Workers, students, nurses, businesses, local communities, and government agencies have shifted to cloud computing, streaming services, and AI applications, driving up data center demand. The industry continues to build new data centers and invest in ways to dramatically increase data center capacity in response to an increase in economic life online.

“Over the past few years, we have witnessed extraordinary technical advances and a rise in computing devices that connect to the real world. Data centers are key assets in the data-driven economy and it’s critical that the industry pay attention to energy usage and space requirements as we move toward terabit speeds,” said John Schmidt, senior vice president, CommScope’s building and data center business. “CommScope’s Propel solution was engineered to ensure data center operators can maximize existing infrastructure investments while preparing for future applications in a smarter and more efficient manner.”  

Next Evolution of Data Center Connectivity

Propel makes network modernization easier. Propel introduces 16-fiber cabling to support the rapidly expanding 400 Gbps and 800 Gbps speeds, as well as the emerging 1.6 Tbps speeds. This enables cutting-edge network architectures to deliver more capacity to end devices with greater efficiency, saving time and energy while also significantly lowering the cost per gigabit.

To easily scale applications with system architectures, Propel modules are available in four interchangeable sizes with matching cable constructions. For optimal performance, all components are ultra-low loss and have a unique QR code for performance tracking and online instructions.

Backed by CommScope’s SYSTIMAX Application Assurance Warranty, Propel encompasses the industry’s first Multifiber Push-On (MPO) 16-fiber platform and includes the following:

Panels: 1U, 2U, 4U

Adapter Packs: LC, SN, MPO

Modules: Singlemode and Multi-mode: 8,12, 16 and 24 fibers

Cable Assemblies: MPO8, 12, 16 and 24; SN and LC Uniboot