Metrored has selected Ciena’s 6500 Packet-Optical Platform equipped with WaveLogic Coherent Optical Processors to support a new international long-haul link between Mexico and the United States.
The upgraded connection will operate at 40 Gbps with seamless evolution to 100G when needed. This additional capacity will allow Metrored to support the delivery of high-bandwidth applications like high-speed Internet, IPTV, HD programming and mobile video phones.
Metrored, which owns and manages one of the largest networks in Mexico, has been a Ciena customer for many years. Financial terms were not disclosed.
