Nokia has unveiled its Lightspan MF-8 fiber platform, adding to its growing 25/50/100G PON access portfolio. Designed for mid-sized deployments, the MF-8 supports 10/25/50G and is prepared for future 100G services. This platform aims to meet the rising demand for high-capacity broadband in various settings, including residential and industry-focused applications. The Lightspan MF-8 ensures six-nines availability, sub-millisecond latency, and eliminates single points of failure, making it a reliable option for critical services in central offices, data centers, and network cabinets.
Powered by Nokia’s Quillion chipset, the MF-8 allows for deployment in a range of locations, adapting to different operator needs. Its advanced capabilities offer scalable broadband solutions across multiple environments, enhancing the company’s Lightspan multi-gig portfolio. The MF-8 follows earlier models, such as the smaller MF-2 and larger MF-14, which support higher-volume PON services.
• Launch of the Lightspan MF-8 fiber platform.
• Supports 10/25/50G PON and is ready for future 100G services.
• Designed for mid-sized deployments: cabinets, central offices, and data centers.
• Features six-nines reliability and sub-millisecond latency.
• Powered by Nokia’s Quillion chipset for flexible deployment across varied locations.
• Expands Nokia’s existing multi-gig Lightspan portfolio.
• Public debut at Network X convention in Paris, October 2024.
Geert Heyninck, Vice President of Broadband Networks at Nokia, said: “With the new Lightspan MF-8, we are bringing all the great features of the Lightspan family, including unmatched six-nines availability – which is unique in the industry. In addition, the Lightspan family matches up with our new Altiplano domain controller, designed to help operators move towards autonomous networks. The combination of 25/50/100G readiness, mission-critical availability, and automation ensures that our customers are ready for the future of broadband, now.”
