Data Center Fabrics: The Evolution of Optics, Cabling, & Performance

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Nicholas Cole explains how updates to the fiber optic cabling and structured cabling affect switching fabrics in the data center environment.

This presentation was originally delivered in February 2023.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Nicholas Cole, Enterprise and Data Center Solutions Manager, EXFO

Why should you attend?

Gain insight into multiple aspects of designing a fiber switching fabric including redundancy, fixed latency, server capacity, bandwidth, and expansion.

What to expect?

Technical Requirements

All BICSI CONNECT courses require an internet-capable device and internet connection. 

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Additional requirements: 

• Sound card with speakers/headphones for courses that have an audio component (audio not available for all courses); pop-up blockers disabled. 
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Who should attend?

This course is intended for all ICT professionals.

What will I learn?

After this course, you should be able to:

• Identify topologies used to create fiber switching fabrics
• Define the evolution optics and cabling
• List updates to relevant fiber standards

How long is this course?

One-hour self-paced course with 90 days from the date of purchase to complete.

Can I earn credit?

Earn 1 Continuing Education Credit (CEC) upon successfully completing this program.

What is the cancellation policy?

All BICSI CONNECT courses are nonrefundable and nontransferable.