AboveNet has expanded its Metro portfolio with the launch of Core Wave services,
enabling 1Gbps and higher connectivity over a dedicated wavelength between key data centers and/or enterprise locations within a metro area.
AboveNet's Core Wave uses ROADMs (Reconfigurable Optical Add/Drop Multiplexers) on a metro fiber ring. The ROADMs provide dynamic wavelength Add/Drops and inter-ring connectivity with flexible traffic routing. The technology is scalable, with the ability to grow to 40G and 100G. Some of the features of Core Wave services include:
- Multi-protocol capability: Ethernet, TDM, Storage and Video
- Protection options and transparency advantages
- Dedicated fiber access to enterprise locations
- Faster turn-up of services
- Space and power savings
- Latency guarantee via AboveNet's Agility Guarantee program
Core Wave is currently available in the Washington DC and Los Angeles metro areas, with additional markets to be announced shortly.
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