DELL 10G to 800G Cabling Guide | Corning

Our extensive DELL cabling guide is designed to provide you with detailed information on the various fiber optic connectivity options available for DELL transceivers, ranging from 10G to 800G. Whether you are looking to connect within the same rack or across the data center, this guide will help you navigate the different scenarios and choose the best cabling solutions for your needs.

With the rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning and High-Performance Computing (HPC), DELL Technologies has developed transceiver modules that utilize advanced connector types like MPO-16 APC and Twin MPO-8/12 APC optical interfaces. These transceivers are designed to support high-speed data transfer and ensure seamless connectivity in modern data center infrastructures.

This Cabling Guide will discuss the different available fiber optic connectivity to work with 10G, 25G, 40G, 100G, 200G, 400G, and 800G, and breakout options within the same server rack or row, and across the data center utilizing DELL switch capabilities and Corning's EDGE8^® solution. Explore the different cabling scenarios, from Point-to-Point to Structured Cabling, and discover the best practices for implementing these solutions in your data center.

Point-to-Point Cabling, which most of the time involves connecting a server to a leaf switch located within the same rack or row. In some cases, this type of cabling can also be used to connect different switches, such as Leaf to Spine. However, it is not recommended to use Point-to-Point cabling if these switches are physically located in different areas within the data center.

Structured Cabling, which utilizes an optical fiber trunk as a backbone. This application is primarily used to connect different switches, such as Leaf to Spine, and can also be implemented to connect Spine to Core. It is the recommended option to follow when two different active devices are physically located in different areas within the data center.

The choice between these two applications will depend on the specific design of your data center and will be determined on a case-by-case basis. For the latest information on DELL transceivers, please visit the "DELL Networking Transceivers and Cables" section on the DELL Technologies website. For additional information and design recommendations, please reach out to a Corning representative.

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