Configurator changes how engineers work

The configuration tool from Aspen Optics, named Optical Ethernet Configurator, is designed for system integrators (SI) and internet service providers (ISP) to generate solutions for fiber network connection. This industry “first” configuration tool is capable of giving instant recommendations on how to connect fiber networks. It revolutionizes the way network engineers work, dramatically speeding up tasks that previously involve unnecessary trial and error. Network quality and cost-effectiveness is ensured with the best options for connection being generated automatically. This is great news to SI, ISP, telecom operators, government and large enterprises that need frequent network expansion.

Tool users only need to choose the switch models they wish to connect and the distance between. The configuration engine will automatically recommend the best options to connect based on customer input. For every situation, the tool will fully consider the specifications of that piece of hardware, compatibility, interoperability, transmission mode and the distance to be connected. The tool is an extremely valuable guide under multiple-vendor environment.

One of the concepts behind the development of the configurator is to help network engineers to save time in design and implementation. The configuration tool is on operation level an added value to support and improve the daily working needs of SI, ISP and telcos, effectively allocating their manpower time and resources to higher value activities. Now time can be better spent on revenue generating activities like designing the network and optimization rather than countless hours searching for hardware specification sheets.

Previously, fiber connection in a network deploying devices from multiple vendors is a complicated task. Now with the configurator tool, one of the most challenging network problems is easily solved.

As an open platform, SI, ISP and distributors can contact Aspen Optics if they wish to employ the configuration tool on their own websites too. It will become a de facto tool for network engineers to figure out network connection solutions for quick and accurate results.