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Louisiana State University Deploys Infinera’s XTM and GX Series to Upgrade State’s Most Advanced Research and Education Network

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Infinera (NASDAQ: INFN) has been selected by the Louisiana Board of Regents for the Louisiana Optical Network Infrastructure (LONI) to enhance its optical networking capabilities. The upgrade includes the deployment of four 400G optical channels over a 220-mile route, increasing network capacity by tenfold. LONI connects 38 university campuses and facilitates research and education across the state. Infinera's XTM Series open line system and GX Series transponders provide scalable bandwidth solutions, enhancing data transfer capabilities and flexibility for users. The state-of-the-art network will support advancements in scientific discovery and collaboration.

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  • Deployment of Infinera's advanced optical networking solutions increases LONI's capacity by 10x.
  • The upgrade includes scalable 200G/400G/600G solutions with future scalability to 800G.
  • LONI connects 38 campuses, enhancing resources for research and educational purposes.
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SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Infinera (NASDAQ: INFN) announced today that the Louisiana Board of Regents, acting on behalf of the statewide Louisiana Optical Network Infrastructure (LONI) and the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, has selected and deployed Infinera’s advanced coherent optical networking solutions to upgrade LONI. Also announced today is the initial deployment of four 400G optical channels along a 220-mile intrastate route in Louisiana.

LONI connects 38 university campuses and data centers and provides connectivity to additional research and education networks in other states. The solution, which increases LONI’s network capacity by a factor of 10, comprises Infinera’s XTM Series open line system and GX Series transponders. The upgraded network expands the ability for the research and education community to share and access information, resources, and remote instruments in real time.

LONI promotes scientific computing and technology across Louisiana and is the backbone infrastructure to the state’s heroic research efforts. These efforts are made possible by utilizing cutting-edge technology to push the limits of scientific discovery at leading university campuses and achievable with LONI’s high-bandwidth optical network. Infinera’s XTM Series line system coupled with GX Series high-performance transponders equips LONI with a 200G/400G/600G solution that offers unmatched high-bandwidth services to its customers today and is scalable to 800G in the future. Infinera’s combined solution delivers superior performance, increasing LONI’s service offering with more bandwidth, greater flexibility, and faster data transfer capabilities.

“A high-capacity state-of-the-art network is critical to enabling breakthrough discoveries that can only be achieved through multi-site collaboration and cloud connectivity,” said Lonnie Leger, LONI’s Executive Director. “We are committed to offering our members up to 100G and deploying Infinera’s innovative solutions, which exceeded both our expectations and commitment, enabling us to exceed what other state universities can offer.”

“LONI operates with a small staff, which requires a highly automated network and cost-effective solution that enables them to meet their bandwidth growth requirements,” said Nick Walden, Senior Vice President, Worldwide Sales, Infinera. “The Infinera team worked closely with LONI to deliver a solution that met their needs now and positions them to meet future bandwidth needs with minimal maintenance and manpower to operate.”

Contacts:

Infinera Media:
Anna Vue
Tel. +1 (916) 595-8157
avue@infinera.com

Infinera Investors:
Amitabh Passi
Tel. +1 (669) 295-1489
apassi@infinera.com

About Infinera
Infinera is a global supplier of innovative open optical networking solutions that enable carriers, cloud operators, governments, and enterprises to scale network bandwidth, accelerate service innovation, and automate network operations. Infinera solutions deliver industry-leading economics and performance in long-haul, submarine, data center interconnect, and metro transport applications. To learn more about Infinera, visit www.infinera.com, follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn, and subscribe for updates.

Infinera and the Infinera logo are registered trademarks of Infinera Corporation.

This press release contains forward-looking statements, including but not limited to the technical, financial and operational benefits of Infinera’s XTM Series line system and GX Series transponders and their scalability to 800G in the future. These statements are not guarantees of results and should not be considered as an indication of future activity or future performance. Actual results may vary materially from these expectations as a result of various risks and uncertainties. Information about these risks and uncertainties, and other risks and uncertainties that affect Infinera’s business, is contained in the risk factors section and other sections of Infinera’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the Fiscal Quarter ended September 24, 2022 as filed with the SEC on November 2, 2022, as well as any subsequent reports filed with or furnished to the SEC. These reports are available on Infinera’s website at www.infinera.com and the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding our expectations, beliefs, intentions or strategies and can be identified by words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “should,” “will,” and “would” or similar words. Infinera assumes no obligation to, and does not currently intend to, update any such forward-looking statements.


FAQ

What recent network upgrade did Infinera announce for LONI?

Infinera announced the deployment of its advanced optical networking solutions for the Louisiana Optical Network Infrastructure, increasing network capacity significantly.

How does the network upgrade benefit LONI?

The upgrade allows for a tenfold increase in network capacity, enhancing real-time data sharing and collaboration across 38 university campuses.

What technology is used in the Infinera upgrade for LONI?

The upgrade utilizes Infinera's XTM Series open line system and GX Series transponders.

What is the significance of the 400G optical channels in this deployment?

The deployment includes four 400G optical channels, which significantly enhance LONI's bandwidth and data transfer capabilities.

When was the announcement made regarding Infinera's partnership with LONI?

The announcement was made on January 17, 2023.

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