Jabil Launches 1.6T Pluggable Transceiver to Support Growing Demand for Intra-Data Center and AI Connectivity
Jabil (NYSE: JBL) has launched new 1.6T transceivers capable of transmitting data at speeds up to 1.6 Terabits per second, designed to meet growing demand for AI/ML workloads, high-performance computing, and data center connectivity.
The transceivers, built using Intel® Silicon Photonics engine, can achieve 200 Gigabits per lane on both electrical and optical interfaces. Available in DR8, DR8+, and 2xFR4 variants, they can double bandwidth capacity of data center racks without infrastructure modifications while maintaining low power consumption.
The company will showcase the new technology at the 2025 OFC Conference in San Francisco, where demos will be available by appointment at booth 5845.
Jabil (NYSE: JBL) ha lanciato nuovi trasmettitori 1.6T in grado di trasmettere dati a velocità fino a 1.6 Terabit al secondo, progettati per soddisfare la crescente domanda di carichi di lavoro AI/ML, calcolo ad alte prestazioni e connettività nei data center.
I trasmettitori, costruiti utilizzando il motore Intel® Silicon Photonics, possono raggiungere 200 Gigabit per lane sia su interfacce elettriche che ottiche. Disponibili in varianti DR8, DR8+ e 2xFR4, possono raddoppiare la capacità di larghezza di banda dei rack dei data center senza modifiche all'infrastruttura, mantenendo un basso consumo energetico.
L'azienda presenterà la nuova tecnologia alla Conferenza OFC 2025 a San Francisco, dove saranno disponibili dimostrazioni su appuntamento presso lo stand 5845.
Jabil (NYSE: JBL) ha lanzado nuevos transceptores de 1.6T capaces de transmitir datos a velocidades de hasta 1.6 Terabits por segundo, diseñados para satisfacer la creciente demanda de cargas de trabajo de IA/ML, computación de alto rendimiento y conectividad en centros de datos.
Los transceptores, construidos utilizando el motor Intel® Silicon Photonics, pueden alcanzar 200 Gigabits por carril tanto en interfaces eléctricas como ópticas. Disponibles en variantes DR8, DR8+ y 2xFR4, pueden duplicar la capacidad de ancho de banda de los racks de centros de datos sin modificaciones en la infraestructura, manteniendo un bajo consumo de energía.
La empresa presentará la nueva tecnología en la Conferencia OFC 2025 en San Francisco, donde se realizarán demostraciones con cita previa en el stand 5845.
Jabil (NYSE: JBL)은 AI/ML 작업, 고성능 컴퓨팅 및 데이터 센터 연결성에 대한 증가하는 수요를 충족하기 위해 설계된 최대 1.6 테라비트의 속도로 데이터를 전송할 수 있는 새로운 1.6T 트랜시버를 출시했습니다.
이 트랜시버는 Intel® Silicon Photonics 엔진을 사용하여 제작되었으며, 전기 및 광학 인터페이스 모두에서 200 기가비트 per lane에 도달할 수 있습니다. DR8, DR8+ 및 2xFR4 변형으로 제공되며, 인프라 변경 없이 데이터 센터 랙의 대역폭 용량을 두 배로 늘릴 수 있으며, 낮은 전력 소비를 유지합니다.
회사는 샌프란시스코에서 열리는 2025 OFC 컨퍼런스에서 새로운 기술을 선보이며, 부스 5845에서 예약된 데모를 제공할 예정입니다.
Jabil (NYSE: JBL) a lancé de nouveaux transceivers 1.6T capables de transmettre des données à des vitesses allant jusqu'à 1.6 Terabits par seconde, conçus pour répondre à la demande croissante de charges de travail en IA/ML, de calcul haute performance et de connectivité des centres de données.
Les transceivers, construits avec le moteur Intel® Silicon Photonics, peuvent atteindre 200 Gigabits par voie sur des interfaces électriques et optiques. Disponibles en variantes DR8, DR8+ et 2xFR4, ils peuvent doubler la capacité de bande passante des racks de centres de données sans modifications d'infrastructure, tout en maintenant une faible consommation d'énergie.
L'entreprise présentera la nouvelle technologie lors de la Conférence OFC 2025 à San Francisco, où des démonstrations seront disponibles sur rendez-vous au stand 5845.
Jabil (NYSE: JBL) hat neue 1.6T-Transceiver eingeführt, die Daten mit Geschwindigkeiten von bis zu 1,6 Terabit pro Sekunde übertragen können und entwickelt wurden, um die wachsende Nachfrage nach KI/ML-Arbeitslasten, Hochleistungsrechnen und Datenzentrumskonnektivität zu erfüllen.
Die Transceiver, die mit dem Intel® Silicon Photonics-Motor gebaut wurden, können 200 Gigabit pro Lane sowohl auf elektrischen als auch auf optischen Schnittstellen erreichen. Verfügbar in den Varianten DR8, DR8+ und 2xFR4, können sie die Bandbreitenkapazität von Datenzentrum-Racks verdoppeln, ohne dass Änderungen an der Infrastruktur erforderlich sind, und dabei den Energieverbrauch niedrig halten.
Das Unternehmen wird die neue Technologie auf der OFC-Konferenz 2025 in San Francisco präsentieren, wo Demos nach Vereinbarung am Stand 5845 verfügbar sein werden.
- Launch of advanced 1.6T transceivers positions JBL in high-growth AI/ML and data center markets
- Product doubles bandwidth capacity without infrastructure modifications, reducing customer costs
- Built on proven Intel Silicon Photonics technology, ensuring reliability and market credibility
- Product demonstrations to appointment-only basis, suggesting possible production constraints
- Faces competition in crowded data center connectivity market
Insights
Jabil's introduction of 1.6T transceivers represents a significant technological advancement in data center connectivity at a critical market inflection point. With AI workloads driving exponential bandwidth demands, these transceivers deliver 200 Gigabits per lane – effectively doubling rack bandwidth capacity without infrastructure modifications.
The technical specifications are particularly impressive from an infrastructure efficiency standpoint. By supporting dual 800G connections or a single 1.6T connection over parallel single-mode fiber, these transceivers address a critical bottleneck in AI compute environments where data transfer speeds often limit overall system performance.
The partnership with Intel for Silicon Photonics technology provides crucial credibility and manufacturing stability. This isn't Jabil's first foray into advanced photonics – they've leveraged a decade of expertise to create a product that maintains reliability standards while pushing performance boundaries.
What's most strategically significant is how this product further evolves Jabil beyond traditional manufacturing into higher-value optical solutions with superior margins. By offering DR8, DR8+, and 2xFR4 variants, they're positioning to capture market share across various data center connectivity requirements.
While the announcement lacks specific revenue projections or named customers, the timing couldn't be better as hyperscalers and AI companies struggle to build infrastructure that can handle exploding computational demands. This product strengthens Jabil's competitive positioning in one of technology's fastest-growing segments.
Company to demo the solution and other photonics products at OFC 2025
Jabil's 1.6T OSFP optical transceiver offers high speed and low power consumption. It supports dual 800G Ethernet or Infiniband connections or a single 1.6T connection over parallel single-mode fiber links.
The 1.6T transceiver is built using an Intel® Silicon Photonics engine. It can reach speeds of 200 Gigabits per lane on both its electrical and optical interfaces and will be available in DR8, DR8+, and 2xFR4 variants to support intra-data center connectivity. These transceivers are highly efficient and can effectively double the bandwidth capacity of data center racks without requiring modifications to existing infrastructure.
Jabil’s 1.6T transceivers maintain the extraordinary reliability of the company’s current-generation 400G and 800G products, also based on Intel® Silicon Photonics technology, while offering among the lowest power consumption in the market.
"Today’s AI and data center technologies need powerful photonics capabilities that can keep up with the pace of innovation. We’re proud to have a product based on a proven silicon photonics solution that can make a real impact for businesses pushing the boundaries of what’s possible," said Matt Crowley, Executive Vice President, Global Business Units at Jabil.
For more than a decade, Jabil has been a leader in new photonics product introduction and scalable manufacturing. The Jabil team provides support from silicon to solutions — reducing time to market for customers in telecommunication, data communications, and artificial intelligence (AI) by designing advanced photonics packaging and systems and developing amplifiers, transceivers, and laser packages, as well as optical networking products and liquid cooling solutions.
Jabil at the 2025 OFC Conference and Exhibition
Jabil’s 1.6T pluggable transceiver will be available for demos by appointment only at booth 5845 at the 2025 Optical Fiber Communications Conference and Exhibition (OFC), April 1–3, at the Moscone Center in
To schedule a demo, speak with a team member at the Jabil booth (#5845). Learn more about Jabil's 1.6T transceiver here.
About Jabil:
At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With over 50 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe. Discover more at www.jabil.com.
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