Integration of NTT’s IOWN Technology with IP Infusion: A 400Gbps Solution
NTT Corporation (NTT) and IP Infusion Inc., a leading U.S. software company, have teamed up to develop the IOWN Network Solution (400G). This solution merges NTT’s IOWN technology with IP Infusion’s software to deliver high-speed, high-capacity, and energy-efficient communication.
NTT and ACCESS Co., Ltd. (ACCESS) have been enhancing their collaboration on network OS R&D, productization, and global sales through a capital and business alliance. Today, nine companies—NTT, NTT Advanced Technology Corporation (NTT-AT), ACCESS, IP Infusion, Broadcom Inc., Edgecore Networks Corporation, UfiSpace Co., Ltd., Fujitsu Optical Components Ltd. (FOC), and NEC Corporation—are announcing their readiness to offer this solution for 400Gbps high-speed data center connectivity.
The solution, available through NTT-AT and IP Infusion, enables data center operators and telecom carriers to build cost-effective, high-speed inter-data center networks using 400G ZR/ZR+ for long-distance transmission. It promises to cut construction and operation costs by 50%, reduce power consumption by 40%, and save rack space.
Background
The surge in data center power consumption, driven by the rise of generative AI and machine learning, has become a pressing issue. With future data volumes expected to grow, there is increasing demand for cost-effective, high-speed connections between data centers to handle expanding data processing needs while minimizing power consumption.
Traditional high-speed data center connections rely on integrated software-hardware devices with limited optical transceiver options, which can be costly. The need for improved investment efficiency has led to a focus on disaggregating software and hardware and offering flexible transceiver options.
IOWN Network Solution (400G) Overview
This solution features a switch/router designed for 400Gbps long-distance transmission. It consists of disaggregated software and hardware, including a network OS (software), white box switches/routers (hardware), and 400G ZR/ZR+ optical transceivers. Customers can select from a range of open-standard, fully validated optical transceivers based on their specific needs.Customer Inquiries For inquiries, please contact the sales representatives at NTT-AT and IP Infusion.
Future Developments NTT, NTT-AT, ACCESS, IP Infusion, Broadcom, Edgecore, UfiSpace, FOC, and NEC will continue to collaborate on advancing technologies for high-speed and high-capacity data center connections. This collaboration aims to address the growing demand for efficient, high-speed, low-power communication networks. The partners will also work on enhancing data center networks by enabling high-capacity, low-latency, and energy-efficient communication through connections to the IOWN APN.
Endorsements
Network OS Contributors
- Takehiko Kawazoe, Senior Executive Vice President, NTT: “Global partnerships are crucial for advancing IOWN. We are excited to launch a new IOWN solution that combines NTT’s technologies with those of our partners. The NTT Group is committed to working with global partners to accelerate the release of IOWN products, aiming to advance customer networks and contribute to a sustainable society with high-capacity, low-latency, and low-power communication platforms.”
- Tadashi Ito, President, NTT-AT: “NTT-AT is focused on distributing IOWN technologies as part of the NTT Group. The launch of IOWN network solutions will boost the adoption of IOWN technologies. We plan to provide comprehensive systems and solutions, including the ‘Beluganos’ network OS developed with IP Infusion, and extend its application to new business areas, including carrier and enterprise networks.”
- Kiyo Oishi, Representative Director, President & CEO, ACCESS: “ACCESS is excited to leverage IOWN’s high-speed, low-power communication technology to address modern data center challenges. IOWN presents a significant business opportunity by making advanced AI experiences more widely accessible. We are proud to expand this solution globally with our partners.”
- Atsushi Ogata, CEO and President, IP Infusion: “We are honored to partner with NTT in the development and distribution of the IOWN Network Solution, supported by 24/7 customer support. Our OcNOS platform remains a leading choice for white box deployments, poised to support the next generation of computing and network applications.”
White Box Switch/Router Contributors
- Ram Velaga, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Core Switching Group, Broadcom: “Broadcom is dedicated to the IOWN Global Forum’s vision. We are eager to work with NTT and other community members to drive transformative changes in data center and AI/ML networking.”
- Andy Wu, Chairman and President, Edgecore: “Edgecore is excited to collaborate with NTT on the IOWN journey. Our 400G open networking switches and routers, built with robust design and manufacturing quality, will support market demands and foster a growing ecosystem through our long-term partnership.”
- Vincent Ho, CEO, UfiSpace: “UfiSpace is at the forefront of open networking innovation, providing high-speed, high-capacity inter-data center connectivity. Our involvement in the IOWN Network Solution (400G) ensures enhanced choices, flexibility, and cost-efficiency for our customers.”
Transceiver Contributors
Michio Kiuchi, Corporate Executive Vice President and President of the Telecom Services Business Unit, NEC Corporation: “NEC is excited to co-create with the IOWN Network Solutions. Our optical transceivers, which conform to open standards and incorporate advanced technologies from NTT, achieve low power consumption and support high-capacity networks. NEC will continue to contribute to open networks and next-generation data centers.”
Takashi Yamane, President, FOC: “FOC is pleased to offer our advanced optical transceivers for the IOWN network solutions ecosystem. Our open standards-based coherent optical transceivers will support the development of sustainable communication infrastructure. We are committed to advancing technologies that meet customer needs.”
