press release, dont think it has anything to do with their move up today:
SOMERSET, N.J., Dec. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- EMCORE Corporation (Nasdaq: EMKR), a leading provider of compound semiconductor technologies for global communications, today announced SmartLink, a 10 gigabit-per-second (Gbps) patent-protected media converter solution that uses fiber optics to extend the current copper socket throughout the data center or central office to up to 300 meters. EMCORE's SmartLink technology is socket compatible with existing copper cable interfaces and enables field flexibility to data center operators regarding copper or optical solutions. The SmartLink is our latest product in EMCORE's comprehensive portfolio of 10 Gbps solution for Ethernet, Fiber Channel and Infiniband applications.
Designed for rack-to-rack applications of one to 300 meters, EMCORE's SmartLink uses the same electrical socket employed by copper cables, such as MicroGigaCN(TM) for Infiniband. The SmartLink enables the data center operator to convert a copper socket into an extended optical link at anytime in the field. This latest innovation from EMCORE is capable of carrying an aggregate of 10 Gbps by adding four lanes of 3.125 Gbps, for bi-directional communication over one 12-fiber ribbon cable. It requires a single 3.3 Volt power supply and consumes less than 1 Watt of total power.
"Right now, there are definite signs that 10G Ethernet is finally picking up but interface costs are still going to be an issue," said Karen Liu, Managing Director, RHK Inc. "We know based on the migration to 1G Ethernet that customers more readily migrate to the higher speed if they can buy the high-speed box without committing up front to medium and longer reach interfaces except in those instances when they need them. Despite what people thought a few years ago, we also know that copper is going to be part of the picture even at 10 G. So, solutions that bridge the gap between copper and optical are going to be key to widespread 10G Ethernet."
"The SmartLink product is the ideal low-cost 10Gbps optical Infiniband link for those customers demanding the greater distances offered by fiber, but wanting to preserve maximum flexibility," said Kevin Deierling, Vice President of Product Marketing, Mellanox Technologies. "In many High Performance Computing, data center, and storage applications fiber solutions are attractive and the SmartLink solution allows customers to deploy fiber as needed, at an attractive price point."
"Although most interconnects used in today's data center are inexpensive CAT5 cable, this solution quickly becomes unusable for data rates above 1 Gbps. When addressing this problem in the past, data center operators have had to rely on bulky, costly, Infiniband copper cable and 10GBase-CX4 copper cable. Today, however, EMCORE is able to offer a plug-and-play optical replacement that provides better performance, lighter weight and extended reach, without cross talk," said Al Yuen, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for EMCORE Fiber optics. "In addition, our new SmartLink technology hits a price point for 10 Gbps fiber optics that no other competing technology, such as Serial 850 nanometer (nm) XPAK or XENPAK, has been able to match."
EMCORE's SmartLink is available immediately in both connector and cable versions.
About EMCORE:
EMCORE Corporation offers a versatile portfolio of compound semiconductor products for the rapidly expanding broadband and wireless communications markets and the solid-state lighting industry. The company's integrated solutions philosophy embodies state-of-the-art technology, material science expertise, and a shared vision of our customer's goals and objectives to be leaders and pioneers in the rapidly growing communications market. EMCORE's solutions include: optical components for fiber-to-the-curb/home/business, cable television, and high speed data and telecommunications; solar cells, solar panels and fiberoptic satellite links for global satellite communications; and electronic materials for high bandwidth communications systems, such as Internet access and wireless telephones. Through its participation in GELcore, LLC, EMCORE plays a vital role in developing and commercializing next-generation LED technology for use in the general illumination market. For further information about EMCORE, visit emcore.com.
The information provided herein may include forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, any statement or implication that the products described in this press release (i) will be successfully introduced or marketed, (ii) will be qualified and purchased by our customers, or (iii) will perform to any particular specifications or performance or reliability standards. Such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that, if realized, could materially impair the Company's results of operations, business, and financial condition. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, (a) the failure of the products (i) to perform as expected without material defects, (ii) to be manufactured at acceptable volumes, yields, and cost, (iii) to be qualified and accepted by our customers, and iv) to successfully compete with products offered by our competitors, and (b) factors discussed from time to time in reports filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date hereof and EMCORE does not assume any obligation to update the reasons why actual results could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements.
SOURCE EMCORE Corporation
/CONTACT: Brian Bardwell of EMCORE Corporation, +1-626-293-3653, or
bbardwell@emcore.com /
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