Ciena 130-0497-900 Dwdm, Card, Router 2

Overview
The Ciena 130-0497-900 Dwdm Card for Router 2 is a high-performance optical module designed to deliver reliable dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) capabilities in carrier-grade networks. Engineered for seamless integration with Ciena routers, this card provides scalable bandwidth, low latency and robust signal integrity for demanding transport applications.

Key Features

• Supports up to 96 wavelengths per fiber pair for massive capacity expansion
• Flexible grid architecture enables 50 GHz and 100 GHz channel spacing
• Advanced forward error correction (FEC) for enhanced error resilience
• Hot-swappable design minimizes downtime during upgrades or maintenance
• Built-in monitoring and diagnostics through Ciena management software
• Low power consumption with efficient thermal management

Technical Specifications

• Form factor: Ciena Router 2 compatible card
• Interface: 10 Gbps electrical interface per port
• Optical reach: Up to 12000 km with appropriate amplification
• Wavelength range: C band (1525 nm to 1565 nm)
• Channel count: 96 x 10 Gbps (scalable to 100 Gbps per channel with optional upgrades)
• Operating temperature: 0 to 40 deg Celsius
• Power supply: 120 V AC, 12 W typical

Applications
The 130-0497-900 DWDM card is ideal for backbone transport, metro aggregation, data center interconnect, and high-speed internet service provider networks. It enables service providers to efficiently provision new services, increase network capacity, and maintain high availability in both long-haul and regional deployments.