Managed Optical Fiber Networks
Enabling telecommunication providers to deliver hyperscale capacity for AI and telecommunication providers
Accelerate AI and cloud expansion with managed optical networks
AI and cloud providers need dedicated infrastructure, lifecycle automation and the agility to scale their optical transport network in step with fast-changing data center demands.
With our managed optical fiber network (MOFN) solution telecommunication providers can design, build, operate and automate private optical networks with maximum scalability and the lowest power per bit, tailoring them to the demanding needs of AI and cloud providers.
Deliver the right scale at the right time with the control and simplicity that AI demands
Cloud and AI applications are driving demand for large volumes of high-performance connectivity, creating a significant business opportunity for telecommunication providers. With Nokia optical networking, intelligent automation and advanced photonic technologies, telecommunication providers can build and operate MOFNs to meet the demanding performance and scalability requirements of AI and cloud providers.
Dedicated optical infrastructure
Work with our experts to create dedicated optical infrastructures engineered specifically for AI and cloud provider and large enterprise environments. You manage network operations and your customers retain visibility, control and performance assurance.
Massive, AI-ready scalability
Get the capabilities you need to succeed with MOFN networks for AI and cloud providers. These include multi-terabyte to multi-petabyte scalability with C+L and Super C+L, multi-rail line systems, low-latency connectivity, industry-leading power efficiency and operational simplicity.
AI-enabled automation
Meet the needs of AI and cloud providers by combing the visibility, control and security of a private optical network with the simplicity and accountability of a fully managed service.
Engineered for performance, scale and security
Build optical networks that meet the demanding requirements of AI and cloud providers with advanced coherent optics, multi-rail architectures, open line systems and quantum-safe security technologies designed for long-term growth.
Leading coherent optics
Support 400G, 800G, 1.2T and future multi-terabit solutions for the lowest cost and power per bit.
Open line systems
Enable vendor flexibility and future-ready investments.
Multi-rail architectures
Scale capacity across multiple fiber pairs to enable multi-petabit growth in the smallest footprint.
C+L and Super C+L Band expansion options
Maximize utilization of existing fiber assets to minimize cost per bit.
Optical encryption and quantum-safe networking (QSN)
Protect critical AI and cloud workloads from current and future security threats, including quantum-enabled cyberattacks.
AI-enabled automation
Rapidly provision, optimize and assure high-capacity bandwidth services while reducing operational complexity and time to revenue.
Supporting AI and cloud connectivity at any scale
Whether connecting AI training sites, expanding cloud footprints or extending networks across continents, MOFN provides the dedicated optical infrastructure needed to support demanding AI and cloud workloads wherever they operate.
Hyperscale data center interconnect
Provide dedicated high-capacity optical connectivity between AI training sites, cloud regions and edge facilities.
Global cloud expansion
Enter new markets faster without building and operating transport infrastructure.
AI infrastructure networks
Enable massive east–west traffic flows between graphics processing unit (GPU) clusters and distributed compute environments.
Subsea connectivity
Extend dedicated optical architectures across global routes and cable landing stations.
Regulated markets
Expand in regions where direct infrastructure ownership is restricted.
Customer success stories
Solution components
Solution
Protect data from intrusion and theft through quantum-safe encryption, key management and intrusion detection
Product
A smart, simple approach to sustainably manage and scale optical networks.
Product
A flexible, scalable, compact modular transport platform for edge to core optical DCI applications.
Frequently asked questions
Managed Optical Fiber Networks emerged as a practical answer to the limitations of both traditional managed services and dark fiber ownership. A MOFN is a dedicated optical network designed for a specific customer, typically an AI or cloud provider, but operated and maintained by a telecommunication provider.
Dark fiber introduced some challenges. Organizations need deep optical engineering expertise, 24x7 operations capabilities, complex maintenance procedures and substantial capital investments. In many countries, regulatory restrictions, permitting hurdles and limited fiber availability further complicated deployment efforts. While dark fiber delivers maximum control, it also requires maximum operational responsibility and qualified resources.
While MOFNs were initially designed to address cloud growth, AI has dramatically accelerated their importance. Modern AI training environments require massive data movement between geographically distributed data centers. Large language models, distributed compute clusters and AI inference platforms are driving unprecedented bandwidth demand across metro, regional and long-haul networks.
Nokia brings proven global experience in designing managed optical fiber networks for the world’s leading digital infrastructure providers. Our solutions have been deployed by 9 of the top 10 AI and cloud providers, and 48 of the top 50 telecom service providers worldwide, giving us deep practical expertise in delivering MOFN solutions at scale.
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