In the world of modern rail, infrastructure is about more than just tracks and trains; it’s about the data flowing alongside them. As railway operators face increasing pressure to modernize operations while finding new ways to monetize their existing assets, the Zhone Saber Platform emerges as a high-performance solution designed specifically for the rigors of the field.
Whether you are looking to harden your internal communications or launch new external business services, here is how the Saber platform is redefining railway optical transport.
Hardened for the Toughest Environments
Railway environments are notoriously harsh, characterized by constant vibration and extreme weather. The Saber-4400 is not your standard data center equipment; it is environmentally hardened and built for outdoor deployment in OSP Cabinets.
- Extreme Temperatures: Reliable operation in conditions ranging from -40°C to +65°C (-40°F to 149°F).
- Industrial Standards: The platform is NEBS Level 3 and GR-3108 OSP Class 2 compliant, ensuring it can withstand the high-vibration typical of trackside installations.
Enhancing Internal Operational Efficiency
Safety and reliability are the pillars of any railway network. The Saber platform streamlines internal traffic by providing the bandwidth necessary for mission-critical monitoring.
- Real-Time Monitoring: It efficiently transports data from trackside cameras, safety probes, and environmental sensors.
- Rapid Fault Localization: With full client and line-side performance monitoring, operators can achieve clear service demarcation and identify faults in signaling and communication systems instantly.
Unprecedented Capacity in a Compact Footprint
Space is at a premium in trackside cabinets. The Saber platform solves this by packing massive power into a tiny 1RU (Rack Unit) form factor.
- Massive Bandwidth: Deliver up to 1.6Tb/s of capacity per 1RU.
- Scalable Core: The platform can scale to a staggering 25.6Tb/s over existing fiber strands across the C-band.
Generating New Revenue: Spectrum-as-a-Service
One of the most exciting advantages of the Saber platform is its ability to turn internal infrastructure into a profit center. By leveraging the RDM-4400, railways can offer services to external businesses:
- Bandwidth-on-Demand: Remotely provision and reconfigure wavelengths without needing manual intervention at remote sites.
- Multi-Tenant Flexibility: Securely transport third-party “alien wavelength” traffic across your fiber using software-configurable ports.
- Incremental Services: Sell spectrum, specific wavelengths, and high-bandwidth Ethernet services to local enterprises.
Advanced Agile Technology
The Saber platform utilizes Agile ROADM (Reconfigurable Optical Add-Drop Multiplexer) technology to provide maximum network flexibility.
- Flexible Expansion: Start with a compact 2-degree FlexGrid ROADM in 1RU, which can expand to an 8-degree configuration in a 4RU footprint for complex mesh networks.
- Unified Management: The entire system is managed and operated by Xtreme Management & Control, offering unified cloud management experience.
Get Future-Ready Today
The Zhone Saber platform isn’t just an upgrade; it’s a versatile foundation for a more efficient and profitable railway. Backed by 24/7 world-class technical support, Zhone is committed to helping you design a network that is ready for the challenges of tomorrow.
Ready to optimize your infrastructure? Contact the Zhone Global Sales team at sales@zhone.com or call 1-877-946-6320 to schedule your consultation.