July 2024 Newsletter CommScope Technical Family Webinar Join us for the next CommScope Technical Family webinar, “MPO Testing in the Data Center” on August 8th. From the time data centers began deploying speeds of 40G/100G, there has been a transition towards parallel optics, which is driving the need for multi-fiber connector interfaces. Today we are seeing cloud scale data centers, AI clusters using InfiniBand, and ethernet networks where speeds from server rack-to-leaf and leaf-to-spine are using 400G/800G connections. These connections are using MPO based connectors which are available in 8, 12, 16 and 24 fiber MPO type configurations. Due to non-blocking architectures, we see data center clusters using a high density of MPO connections. Typically, thousands of MPO connectors are required. Traditional single fiber testing method is labor intensive, time consuming and measures the individual fiber loss. With higher speeds the loss budgets are shrinking, and this is putting additional focus on the connector and most importantly the overall channel link performance. In this webinar, we will address MPO testing challenges and share some of use case scenarios and various methods used. Register for this webinar here. Solutions and Product Updates GigaREACH™ XL Part Numbers The naming convention for the GigaREACH XL cable is as follows, with availability in the third quarter 2024. Riser (1073A) Outdoor (1573A) LSZH (3073A) Plenum (2073A) New Propel™ Products Propel cabled modules provide a pre-terminated solution for simplified and efficient installation. They are available in all Propel module sizes. Product Features: Pre-cabled modules on End A reduces insertion loss compared to distribution modules Modular, any size module fits on a Propel panel blade Easy to install from rear of Propel panel Available Configuration Types: Fiber counts from 8 fiber – 288 fiber Cable lengths from 1 meter – 400 meters 4 module size options End B can be: Propel CMOD module, MPO or Stub for on-site splicing Ordering and Product Information: Propel Cabled Modules Product Page New FiberGuide® Product CommScope continues to grow options in the vertical duct product line by adding important components needed in bringing cables downward into ODF (racks). These components are made of steel and painted black. FGS-HDSI-F/A2  FiberGuide EXPRESS EXIT 12" Insert Reducer, 4x12 to 2times 4x4in, Black FGS-HDSI-F/DS-AV  FiberGuide Downspout Insert Reducer, 4x12in to 4x4in vertical, Black FGS-HDSI-F/DS-AH  FiberGuide Downspout Insert Reducer, 4x12in to 4x4in horizontal, Black 2024 Sustainability Report The CommScope sustainability blog and 2024 sustainability report are now available for browsing. Did You Know? Follow the CommScope Enterprise LinkedIn page to be in the know on latest news and updates on fiber and copper structured cabling solutions. Be future-ready and expand the performance and application potential for buildings, data centers and campuses. The Tech Blog Check out the CommScope Crosstalk podcast to hear from leaders in the industry about emerging technologies and insider strategies. Click here to access. Listen on your mobile device through Spotify, Apple podcasts, and all other major podcast streaming platforms. CommScope's Technical Assistance Center (TAC) CommScope’s FiberGuide® Design Pro Online Tool It is easier than ever to build a fiber raceway system for your data center or communications room using CommScope’s FiberGuide Design Pro tool. Watch this short video. Easy steps for using the tool: Upload a layout as an image Quickly create a 2D/3D FiberGuide design in the tool’s environment Download PDFs of the final design and a bill of materials in Excel Regional TAC agents are ready to provide you 24/7 online technical assistance on accessing and using the tool. You may also send us your project specifics and we will deliver a design and a bill of materials promptly. Contact us: https://www.commscope.com/support/enterprise-networks/ Always…Start with the TAC! We make it easy: Where are you located? Email a TAC agent in your region (24x7) and get a quick reply: North America: tac.americas@commscope.com Europe, Middle East and Africa: tac.emea@commscope.com Central America, Latin-America, Caribbean: tac.cala@commscope.com Asia-Pacific: tac.apac@commscope.com Prefer to Chat? Start a live chat with a TAC agent in one click: LiveChat. 24 hrs. Mon-Fri We would like to hear from you! Please share your feedback and suggestions on the CTF newsletter here.

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Infrastructure System Engineering Team
CommScope