Connectivity by Network Environment
WAN & Router Connectivity
Select router and provider-facing optics around handoff, reach and resiliency.
Overview
WAN optics must align the customer router, provider demarcation, speed, connector, optical specification and path engineering at both ends.
Key planning checks
- Record the exact router interface and provider handoff.
- Confirm who owns and operates the fiber path.
- Distinguish client optics from transport wavelengths.
- Review diverse paths, protection and operational demarcation.
NRCube review note
Keep the unknowns visible
Long-reach, ER and ZR-class links require detailed platform and link engineering. Distance alone is insufficient.