3Com 3C63107A-SMF PathBuilder S600 OC3c ATM Single-Mode Fibre Expansion Module

Product Description

The 3Com 3C63107A-SMF is a specialized network module that extends the capabilities of 3Com's PathBuilder S600 ATM switches. This module specifically provides an OC3c interface, which operates at a speed of 155 Mbps, and utilizes single-mode fiber optic cabling. ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode) is a cell-switching technology designed for high-speed telecommunications networks, known for its ability to handle both voice and data traffic efficiently with low latency. The use of single-mode fiber optics in the 3C63107A-SMF is crucial for enabling long-distance communication. Single-mode fiber has a smaller core diameter compared to multi-mode fiber, which allows light signals to travel further with less dispersion and signal loss. This makes the module ideal for connecting network segments across metropolitan areas or between geographically dispersed locations, ensuring reliable high-speed data transmission over extended ranges. As an expansion module, the 3C63107A-SMF is designed to be installed into a compatible PathBuilder S600 chassis, allowing network administrators to add or upgrade ATM connectivity without replacing the entire switch. This modular approach provides flexibility and scalability for building and managing ATM networks, particularly in telecommunications and large enterprise environments where ATM technology was prevalent for its quality of service (QoS) guarantees and efficient bandwidth utilization.