Every data center — from small enterprise to cloud hyperscale — has a unique set of network priorities, but all data center managers are looking for cabling systems that can weather multiple generations of tech upgrades with minimal disruption. This guide takes a comprehensive look at the data center Ethernet physical layer and offers helpful recommendations, covering:
- Typical cable architectures and topologies
- Fiber modes and connector types
- Installation, termination, and polarity recommendations
- Network migration strategies for 100, 200, 400 Gb/s and beyond
- Data center term glossary, and more
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