Russian carrier GlobalNet will upgrade its metro optical network using Ciena’s 4200 Advanced Services Platform. The deployment will include Ciena’s 40G technology and WaveLogic coherent optical processors. GlobalNet is a long stranding Ciena customer. Financial terms were not disclosed. http://www.ciena.com
Ciena Adds another 40G Metro Optical Win
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