
WaveLogic Technologies
Achieve efficient, high-bandwidth connectivity using industry-leading WaveLogic™ coherent technology. From 400G, 800G, and 1.6T coherent pluggable transceivers to 800G–1.6T coherent optical modules, our WaveLogic Technologies are designed for integration into third-party switch/router and optical transport platforms.
Benefits
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Optimized performance
Enable new applications and greener networks with coherent solutions that deliver world-recognized performance in footprint-optimized form factors
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Volume manufacturing
Harness volume manufacturing with a proven track record in delivering reliable and robust products
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Cost efficiency
Benefit from optimized design and cost efficiencies achieved through vertically integrated solutions
WaveLogic Technologies products

WaveLogic 5 Nano 100G–400G Coherent Pluggable Transceivers
Extend 400G connectivity across more links in the network while reaping cost and energy efficiencies of coherent pluggables. Fully CMIS-compliant for ease of integration, WaveLogic 5 Nano (WL5n) 100G–400G Coherent Pluggable Transceivers can be used for 400G metro DCI, converged
IP/Optical deployments, edge network capacity upgrades, and optical network modernization.
Features and benefits
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Interoperability
Includes modes compliant with OIF 400ZR, 400ZR+ MSA, and ITU-T/OpenROADM with tested line interoperability
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Broader application coverage
Delivers highest-performance PKT-MAX and OTN-MAX modes—along with +4dBm QSFP-DD—extending 400G connectivity across more links in the network
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Customization
Addresses specific permitted host requirements with fully customizable registers
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Not All 400G Pluggables Are Created EqualView
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WaveLogic 5 Nano 100G-400G Coherent Pluggable TransceiversView
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WaveLogic 5 Nano 100G–400G Universal QSFP-DD TransceiverView
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WaveLogic 5 Nano 100G-400G Standard Amplified QSFP-DDView
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WaveLogic 5 Nano 400ZR QSFP-DD TransceiverView
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WaveLogic 5 Nano 100G–400G Universal CFP2-DCOView
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WaveLogic 5 Nano 100G–400G Standard CFP2-DCO TransceiversView
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WaveLogic 5 Nano 100G-400G Standard and Enhanced QSFP-DDView

WaveLogic 6 Nano 800G and 1.6T Coherent Pluggable Transceivers
WaveLogic 6 Nano (WL6n) 400G–800G Coherent Pluggable Transceivers address numerous applications, including long-haul 400G and 800G metro/regional deployments and 800ZR for metro DCI. WL6n also powers 800LR and 1.6T Coherent-Lite pluggable offerings, bringing coherent technology’s capacity scale and flexibility benefits into the data center for the first time. Using 3nm CMOS technology, WL6n’s unique design enables customizable product offerings that optimize performance required per application at the lowest power.
Features and benefits
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Multi-vendor line interoperability
Addresses multiple applications, including metro DCI and long-haul ROADM transport, with OIF 800ZR, 400 QPSK, and 800G/600G ZR+ with interoperable PCS
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800LR and 1.6T Coherent-Lite
Provides power-and latency-optimized designs for data center fabric and campus applications
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Customization
Helps meet specific permitted host requirements with fully customizable registers

WaveLogic 6 Extreme
1.6 Tb/s Transceiver Modules
Delivering unrivaled high-bandwidth connectivity and the performance required with next-generation 800G routing data paths and associated wholesale services, our WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) 1.6 Tb/s Transceiver Module supports programmable capacity up to 1.6 Tb/s for metro ROADM deployments and efficient 800 Gb/s connectivity across virtually all network links. Available in a compact form factor, with versatile client interface and efficient cabled client connectivity, WL6e 1600G Module is ideal for system integrators and network equipment manufacturers looking for ultimate network scalability and spectral efficiency.
Features and benefits
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Maximum spectral efficiency
Allows for the optimal balance of capacity and spectrum with its granular adjustable line rates up to
1.6 Tb/s paired with variable baud up to 200 Gbaud -
800G everywhere
Uses state-of-the-art 3nm CMOS for energy-efficient 400GbE and 800GbE transport across virtually all links
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Ease of integration
Enables ease of design in host platforms with compact, mountable form factor and simplified client data connectivity

WaveLogic 5 Extreme
800 Gb/s Transceiver Modules
The industry’s most widely deployed coherent 800G solution, our WaveLogic 5 Extreme (WL5e) 800 Gb/s Transceiver Modules are multi-rate, single-carrier, C- or L-band coherent transceivers, delivering up to 800 Gb/s per wavelength and efficient transport of 400GbE client connectivity at any distance. Available in a compact form factor, with versatile client interface and efficient cabled client connectivity,
Features and benefits
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400G everywhere
Offers efficient 400GbE transport across virtually all links
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Multi-haul applicability
Supports 800G for metro DCI, 600G for metro-regional, and 400G for long-haul applications
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Flexibility and simplicity
Enables ease of design in host platforms with compact, mountable form factor and simplified client data connectivity
Ciena's WL5n interoperability demonstrations
OFC 2024Ciena’s WL5n 400G QSFP-DD and CFP2-DCO transceivers demonstrate 400ZR, 400ZR+ and Open ROADM/ITU-T line interop, as well as CMIS interop.
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Ciena’s WL5n 400G QSFP-DD and CFP2-DCO transceivers demonstrate 400ZR, 400ZR+ and Open ROADM/ITU-T line interop, as well as CMIS interop.
ECOC 2023Ciena’s WL5n 400G QSFP-DDs demonstrate 400ZR, 400ZR+ and Open ROADM/ITU-T line interop, as well as CMIS interop.
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Ciena’s WL5n 400G QSFP-DDs demonstrate 400ZR, 400ZR+ and Open ROADM/ITU-T line interop, as well as CMIS interop.
OFC 2023Ciena’s WL5n 400ZR QSFP-DD demonstrates 400ZR line interop and CMIS interop.
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Ciena’s WL5n 400ZR QSFP-DD demonstrates 400ZR line interop and CMIS interop.
ECOC 2022Ciena’s WL5n 400ZR QSFP-DD demonstrates 400ZR line interop and CMIS interop.
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Ciena’s WL5n 400ZR QSFP-DD demonstrates 400ZR line interop and CMIS interop.
CableLabsCiena’s WL5n 200G QSFP-DD and CFP2-DCO demonstrate 200G Point-to-Point Coherent Optics (P2PCO) line interoperability.
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Ciena’s WL5n 200G QSFP-DD and CFP2-DCO demonstrate 200G Point-to-Point Coherent Optics (P2PCO) line interoperability.