HD (High Density) Fiber TAP
Product Brief
PERVASIVE, TRANSPARENT AND COST EFFECTIVE VISIBILITY INTO THE NETWORK
Passive Fiber TAPs
Benefits
The VSS passive fiber TAPs feature high quality custom-built splitters
that provide 100% uptime. Network operators are able to deploy a
failsafe network access device without the concern of introducing a
point of network failure. When used in conjunction with a network
packet broker or monitoring device, future upgrades are possible
without network downtime. Additionally, high-density fiber TAPs use
very little real estate in often over-crowded network data centers. As
gateways to VSS network packet brokers, fiber TAPs are a perfect
fail-safe foundation for network packet brokering and vMesh system
building.
Adds 40G and 100G Multimode full link-layer
Product Description
visibility for complete data visibility across an
entire network, including 40G BiDi
Eliminates the risk of introducing a point of
failure when accessing network traffic
Modular design facilitates access for both
passive tools and network packet brokers
today while offering scalability and flexibility
for tomorrow’s needs
Highest density tapping and lowest rack space
utilization save significant data center real estate
Design shields network monitoring devices
and packet brokers against intruders
The VSS HD (High Density) Fiber TAP is a high-density passive optical
tapping solution providing line-rate access to individual network links.
Each TAP (or TAP module) can be deployed “hand-held” or in the
HD Fiber TAP chassis for rack installation. The chassis holds up to
24 LC TAP modules ( for 1G/10 G/40 G/100G SM and 1G/10 G
MM network access ), 16 MPO TAP modules (for 40G and 100G
MM network access), 16 LC BiDi TAP modules (for 40G BiDi MM
network access), or a mix of the three in 1RU of space. This provides
networking professionals with the highest-dense basic tapping solution
on the market.
Provides continuous network access and
A well-thought out design includes tracks that guide each TAP module
into proper place within the chassis. Magnets secure the modules
in place to ensure that they are safeguarded in the chassis without
being fully locked into place. Strong, ergonomic handles provide easy
insertion and removal of the TAP modules. Custom splitters and VSS
TAP module design removes the need for a Y-cable to send accessed
traffic to network monitoring tools or packet brokers in 40G and 100G
Multimode environments, without reducing tapping port density.
Handheld or up to 24 LC, 16 MPO, or 16 LC
visibility without consuming power
Features
100% passive and fail-safe
Line-rate access for Singlemode (SM) and
Multimode (MM) networks operating at 1G,
10G, 40G, and 100G speeds
High quality custom-built OM1 (MM), OM3 (MM),
and OS2 (SM) fiber optic splitters
BiDi TAP modules (or a mix of the three) in 1RU
The HD Fiber TAP chassis’ tracks guide
TAP modules into place
Magnets secure the HD Fiber TAP modules
in the chassis
Ergonomic handle design allows for ease of
TAP module insertion and removal without
worry of breakage
No Y-cable required for forwarding traffic
accessed from 40G and 100G MM links
(with the MPO TAP modules) to network
monitoring tools or packet brokers
HD (High Density) Fiber TAP: Product Brief
The HD Fiber TAP provides network operators with the rack-density and high availability that is needed to monitor today’s
dynamic infrastructures. When combined with the VSS network packet brokers, the VSS HD Fiber TAP maximizes existing and
new investments in network monitoring, security, and forensics equipment. Gain flexible and scalable network access, without
a point of network failure, and adapt or scale to changing network environments.
Technical Specifications
Mechanical
LC TAP Modules
MPO TAP Modules
40G LC BiDi Module
Fiber Network Ports:
2 pairs of LC connectors (Tx/Rx)
2 MPO connectors (Tx/Rx)
2 pairs of LC connectors ( λ1/λ2, λ2/λ1)
Fiber Monitor Ports:
1 pair of LC connectors (Tx/Tx)
2 MPO connectors (Tx only)
2 pairs of LC connectors ( λ1/λ2, λ2/λ1)
Unit Type:
90:10
Split Ratio:
Insertion Loss*
Wavelength
80:20
70:30
60:40
50:50
Net
Mon
Net
Mon
Net
Mon
Net
Mon
Net
Mon
850/1300nm (Multimode)
-
-
-
-
< 2.4
< 6.3
< 3.0
< 5.0
< 4.0
< 4.0
1310/1550nm (Singlemode)
< 0.5
< 11.3
< 1.2
< 7.9
< 1.9
< 6.0
< 2.7
< 4.7
< 3.6
< 3.6
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
< 3.8
< 3.8
Variable BiDi (Multimode)
TAP Module Weight
LC Modules (All Speeds): 0.18 lb / 0.08 kg MPO Modules (40G MM): 0.26 lb / 0.12 kg;
(100G MM): 0.31 lb / 0.14 kg
LC BiDi Module (40G): 0.26 lb / 0.12 kg
TAP Module Size
LC Modules (All Speeds): 0.71” (w) x
10.03” (d) x 1.61” (h) / (18mm x 255mm
x 41mm)
LC BiDi Module (40G): 1.06” (w) x
10.03”. (d) x 1.61” (h) / (27mm x
255mm x 41mm)
Rackmount Chassis Size:
17.56" (w) x 10.91" (d) x 1.73" (h) / 446mm x 277mm x 44 mm
Rackmount Chassis
Weight
7.39 lb / 3.35 kg
MPO Modules (All Speeds): 1.06” (w) x 10.03”.
(d) x 1.61” (h) / (27mm x 255mm x 41mm)
Environmental
Temperature:
0 – 55 o C (operating); - 20 – 100o C (storage)
Humidity:
5% – 95%, non-condensing
Data
Multimode: 1G, 1G/10G, 40G, 100G, Singlemode: 1G/10G/40G/100G
Rates (Full line):
*Note: Please add an additional 0.2 to 0.5 insertion loss per connector / adaptor when calculating for allowable splitter loss.
HD (High Density) Fiber TAP Chassis
For more information please contact us at info@vssmonitoring.com
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