HPE E1697A 155Mb/s Optical Line Interface VXI Module

Product Description

The HPE E1697A is a specialized VXI (VME eXtensions for Instrumentation) module that provides a 155 Megabits per second (Mb/s) Optical Line Interface. This module is designed to be integrated into VXIbus chassis, which are commonly used in automated test equipment (ATE), scientific research, and high-performance data acquisition systems. The E1697A serves as a high-speed optical transceiver, enabling communication over fiber optic cables at speeds typical for Synchronous Optical Networking (SONET) or Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH) systems, often referred to as OC-3/STM-1 rates. This module allows VXI systems to interface with optical networks or devices that utilize fiber optic communication. Its primary function is to convert electrical signals from the VXIbus into optical signals for transmission, and to convert incoming optical signals back into electrical signals that the VXI system can process. The 155Mb/s speed makes it suitable for applications requiring significant data throughput, such as telecommunications testing, high-speed data logging, or network monitoring. The E1697A is built to the VXIbus standard, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of VXI chassis and other VXI modules. Its design likely includes features for robust performance, reliability, and potentially hot-swappability, allowing for module replacement or addition without powering down the entire VXI system. This module is a key component for extending the capabilities of VXI-based systems into high-speed optical communication domains.