Nokia has partnered with t3 Broadband to deploy an ultra-high-capacity optical transport network for broadband operator Aureon, linking a data centre development in North Dakota to the Chicago area.
The project is designed to address surging demand for AI, cloud, and hyperscale data centre connectivity between these regions.
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The new network infrastructure can scale up to 400 terabits per second, marking Aureon’s highest-capacity network connection till date.
This deployment is enabled by Nokia’s 1830 Global Express (GX) platform, Super C and L-band optical line system, and 1.2T ICE7 coherent optics.
Aureon aims for this installation to create a scalable foundation for further growth in AI infrastructure and data centre workloads.
The system expands Aureon’s capabilities by allowing delivery of transport services on a scale more often associated with hyperscale network operators.
The network’s AI-optimised design is intended to help support increasingly demanding data centre workloads and maximise fibre resource use.
Nokia sales vice-president Matt Young said: “AI is accelerating the need for scalable, high-performance connectivity between data centres. Together with t3 Broadband and Aureon, Nokia is delivering the optical infrastructure needed to support that growth.
“This deployment highlights how advanced optical networking can help operators efficiently scale capacity, maximise fibre resources and build networks ready for the demands of AI.”
t3 Broadband CEO Chris Crowe said: “Our goal is to help customers build networks that are ready for what’s next. Together with Nokia, we worked closely with Aureon to deliver a high-capacity optical transport solution that supports its long-term growth strategy.
“This deployment strengthens Aureon’s ability to serve large-scale data centre and AI connectivity requirements while providing a foundation for future expansion.”
Last month, Nokia introduced its AI Networking Innovation Lab, located within its Sunnyvale, California facility, to drive joint development of data centre networking solutions tailored for AI.
