HUAWEI OPTIX OSN 9800 OFFICIAL TECHNICAL OVERVIEW & HARDWARE DATASHEET
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Huawei OptiX OSN 9800 is a next-generation, high-capacity, intelligent optical transmission platform purpose-built for the 100G and beyond era. As a leader in the core and metro WDM markets, recognized by GlobalData for its superior technical architecture, the platform converges optical and packet functionality within a unified, T-bit universal switching architecture .
Designed to address the exponential growth in data traffic driven by cloud services, AI, and 5G, the OptiX OSN 9800 series delivers unmatched scalability, operational efficiency, and intelligence. Its modular design supports service access from 2M to 400GE, facilitates seamless evolution to 1.2T/2T per wavelength, and, combined with Super C+L optical technology, achieves a record single-fiber capacity of 96 Tbit/s . This document provides a comprehensive technical overview and hardware specification for the OptiX OSN 9800 series, detailing its architecture, capabilities, and value proposition for modern telecom networks.
ARCHITECTURE & CHASSIS DESIGN
The OptiX OSN 9800 series is engineered with a high-performance, modular architecture that provides unprecedented flexibility and investment protection. At its core is an industry-leading, T-bit unified switching platform that enables the flexible handling of multiple service types, including OTN, fgOTN, OSU, VC, and PKT . This unified matrix simplifies network layers, reduces the variety of equipment types, and maximizes bandwidth utilization.
The series comprises multiple chassis variants, each tailored for specific deployment scenarios:
* **OptiX OSN 9800 M Series (M05, M12, M24):** These compact and high-density subracks are ideal for metro edge and aggregation applications. They offer a balanced combination of switching capacity and port density in a space-efficient form factor.
* **OptiX OSN 9800 U32 Enhanced:** This high-capacity, 32-slot subrack is designed for core network nodes. It provides massive switching capacity and is engineered to handle the most demanding traffic aggregation and switching requirements at the network’s core.
* **OptiX OSN 9800 K Series (K12, K36):** This series is the industry’s first DC-oriented OTN platform, designed for the modern data center environment. Featuring a front-to-rear airflow design for optimal thermal efficiency, the K-series is built for high-density, high-energy-efficiency deployments in data center interconnect (DCI) and colocation scenarios, adeptly handling PUE
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OSN 9800 M05
OSN 9800 M12
OSN 9800 M24
OSN 9800 U32 Enhanced
OSN 9800 K12
OSN 9800 K36
MODULAR EXPANSION AND COMPLIANCE
The OptiX OSN 9800 series is built on a philosophy of modular expansion, protecting a carrier’s initial investment while allowing for seamless growth. All chassis feature a common set of line cards and optical modules, simplifying sparing and operational logistics. The platform’s design supports a wide variety of optical transceivers for both short-reach (e.g., 10km, 40km) and long-haul (e.g., 80km+) applications .
From a compliance perspective, the platform adheres to the most stringent international standards for telecommunications equipment, including:
* **Safety:** EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, UL 60950-1.
* **EMC:** EN 300 386, FCC Part 15, ICES-003.
* **Environment:** RoHS, WEEE, and REACH directives.
* **Network Security:** Compliant with common criteria and relevant national security standards.
The OptiX OSN 9800’s compliance with these standards ensures it can be deployed globally within any regulatory framework .
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