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Modern data centers have evolved far beyond static, predictable environments. Today’s infrastructures are highly dynamic, software-defined, and built to support cloud-native applications, AI workloads, 5G traffic, and massive east–west data flows. While performance expectations continue to rise, operational complexity has increased just as rapidly. In this context, network visibility is no longer optional—it is foundational. Without deep, real-time insight into network traffic

As Canadian data centers, financial institutions, and 5G networks scale, one requirement has moved from the server room to the boardroom: Trusted Time. Accurate, secure, and resilient timing is no longer a background IT function—it is critical national infrastructure. From regulatory compliance and cybersecurity to 5G performance, modern digital systems depend on nanosecond-level precision. Microchip provides the global technology foundation for trusted time, while E.C.I. NE

Open Visibility: practical deployment reference  1. Overview This architecture gives you a full visibility stack from physical traffic access all the way to advanced, DPU-accelerated processing.It works well in data centers, enterprise cores, and mobile carrier environments—anywhere you need high-speed monitoring with scale and flexibility. Flow: TAPstack → PacketMaestro → PacketMaestro PRO → Tools (IDS, NTA, PCAP, APM, 5G Analytics, etc.) 2. Architecture Laye

As data centers and transport networks evolve to adopt 400G Ethernet, many architects face the challenge of breaking out 400G QSFP-DD ports into multiple 100G links, especially when connecting to existing 100G NRZ-based infrastructure.This guide walks through all validated breakout options, explains key modulation differences, and proposes the right architecture depending on distance, compatibility, and budget. PAM4 vs NRZ – The Modulation Wall At the heart of breakout interoperability is

AI-Fabric Switching Designed for Scale, Speed, and Simplicity Montreal, July 2025 — E.C.I. NETWORKS proudly announces the release of its next-generation Ready-to-Plug SONiC AI switches, purpose-built for high-performance AI/ML training and inference workloads. These switches are optimized for RoCEv2 Ethernet fabrics and multi-rail GPU cluster architectures, supporting the most demanding AI deployments—including LLM training and hyperscale inference. Key Highlights Purpose-