Sonus CNA81 GSX9000 High Density Optical Circuit Network Card

Overview
The Sonus CNA81 GSX9000 High Density Optical Circuit Network Card delivers enterprise class performance in a compact, plug-in form factor. Designed for high-speed data centers and carrier networks, this card provides reliable, low-latency optical connectivity while supporting dense port configurations to maximize rack space efficiency.

Key Features

• High density layout with up to 48 optical ports per card
• Supports 10 Gbps and 40 Gbps Ethernet standards
• Hot-swappable design for zero-downtime maintenance
• Advanced error correction and forward error correction (FEC) for data integrity
• Low power consumption with efficient thermal management
• Compatible with standard chassis and carrier grade backplanes

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: CNA81
• Interface: PCIe Gen3 x8
• Port Types: SFP+ (10 Gbps) and QSFP+ (40 Gbps)
• Maximum Throughput: 4.8 Tbps aggregate
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
• Power Supply: 150 W max, with redundant power options
• Dimensions: 1U height, standard half-depth card

Applications
The GSX9000 is ideal for:

• Core and aggregation layers in large scale data center fabrics
• Carrier Ethernet transport networks requiring high port density
• Financial trading platforms where ultra-low latency is critical
• Cloud service providers expanding bandwidth without adding rack space
• Telecom backhaul and metro networks demanding reliable optical links

By integrating the Sonus CNA81 GSX9000 High Density Optical Circuit Network Card, organizations can achieve scalable bandwidth growth, simplify cable management, and ensure continuous operation in demanding network environments.