Data Center Layer 2 Interconnect Technology

Marvell Technology (MRVL): Why the Nvidia deal and custom ASIC

Marvell Technology (MRVL) has tripled in 12 months. The Nvidia deal, 20-plus XPU programmes and $11bn FY27 guide explain why. Full retail investor roadmap here.

DCI Design Models | From Layer 2 to Layer 3 Explained

Explore DCI design models from L2 to L3 with key differences, benefits, and deployment strategies for modern data centers.

Configure VXLAN Stitching for Layer 2 Data Center

This document describes the configuration and validation steps for implementing Data Center Interconnect (DCI) using VXLAN stitching in a gateway device. The

Chapter 1: Data Center Layer 2 Interconnect

Consider the features of the LAN and SAN switches that provide higher availability for the data center interconnect (DCI) before considering some of the available technologies.

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This document initially describes the types of connectivity (Layers 2 and 3 and storage) that can be established between remote data center locations, together with the services that a given enterprise

Layer 2 Data Center Interconnect

In this article, two approaches to designing a L2 DCI over a L3 underlay are discussed. High-level technical details of each design approach is described first,

Data Center Interconnect Solution Overview

Data Center Interconnect Solution Overview The term DCI (Data Center Interconnect) is relevant in all scenarios where different levels of connectivity are required between two or more data center

DATA CENTER INTERCONNECT (DCI)

Cisco DCI solutions offer a scalable, flexible platform by supporting Application clustering and VM mobility across Data Centers. They offer flexible

External Routing with Layer-2 Data Center Interconnect

Layer-2 DCI is the least desirable data center interconnect solution , as it extends a single broadcast domain (and thus a single failure domain) across multiple

Broadcom Sian3 and Sian2M: 200G/lane optical

Analyzing Broadcom''s Sian3 and Sian2M 200G/lane DSP technologies. Sian3 (3nm/SMF) and Sian2M (5nm/MMF) support 800G and 1.6T

Layer 2 Data Center Interconnect options

All Layer 2 Data Center Interconnect technologies discussed so far are industry standards. Let us now look into two innovative proprietary

2026 Data Center Networking Report

Lightmatter Lightmatter''s Optical Interconnects for AI Scale-Up Steve Klinger, VP of Product at Lightmatter, presents the company''s optical scale-up interconnect solutions, featuring the Passage

Everyone''s Talking About Micron. Smart Money Is Watching This

Marvell sits in custom AI silicon and optical interconnect, the picks-and-shovels layer that gets paid whether memory pricing rises or falls.

100G Switch Market Report: Size, Growth, Trends & Forecast

100G Switch Market Size By Network Topology (Spine Layer, Leaf Layer, Data Center Interconnect), By Product Configuration (Modular Switches, White Box Switches), By End-User (Cloud Service

Data Center Network

Data Center Optical Interconnection Solution This solution builds ultra-broadband, simplified, and intelligent DCI to meet customers'' requirements for traffic growth

From DSP to LPO/LRO: Optical Interconnect Moves from Local

This week, we moved from the component layer to the system layer. The optical interconnect industry often describes progress through product categories: DSP-based pluggables,

Nvidia Deepens AI Push With $2B Marvell Deal

Silicon Photonics and AI-RAN Expansion Beyond compute integration, the companies will collaborate on silicon photonics and optical interconnect technologies – an increasingly critical

Inside NVIDIA Blackwell Ultra: The Chip Powering the

With breakthrough innovations in dual-die integration, NVFP4 acceleration, massive memory capacity, and advanced interconnect technology,

Layer 2 Extension Technologies for Distributed Data Centers

In this article, we''ll explore various Layer 2 extension technologies such as Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN), Overlay Transport Virtualization (OTV), Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), and

Confusion Grows With More Interconnect Options And Tradeoffs

Designers are frequently evaluating 5 or more different interconnects in a single system, each with a distinct purpose. While chip-to-chip (PCIe) and die-to-die (UCIe, BoW) technologies

NVIDIA Groq 3 LPX: Everything we know

NVIDIA''s Groq 3 LPX pairs 256 LP30 LPUs with Vera Rubin NVL72, delivering up to 35x higher inference throughput per megawatt.

Comparing Application Layer Protocols for Data Center Fabrics

The initial phase of data center networking relied heavily on spanning tree protocols and basic Layer 2/Layer 3 switching architectures. However, these legacy approaches quickly proved

NVIDIA''s $4B Photonics Play: Lumentum vs Coherent

NVIDIA is spending $4 billion on silicon photonics through Lumentum and Coherent deals. Here''s which partnership looks stronger heading into 2026.

Top Data Center Interconnect (DCI) Companies: Market

Huawei Technologies Founded in 1987, Huawei Technologies is headquartered in Shenzhen, China. Huawei is a global leader in

Cross-Site Interconnect, now GA, simplifies L2

Cross-Site Interconnect is a unique and compelling solution for businesses seeking reliable, flexible, and transparent connectivity between their

Comparing Interconnect Technologies for Advanced Data Center Fabrics

Performance benchmarking of interconnect technologies for advanced data center fabrics requires comprehensive evaluation across multiple critical metrics that directly impact overall system

ITPro Today, Network Computing, IoT World Today combine

ITPro Today, Network Computing, IoT World Today combine with TechTarget Our editorial mission continues, offering IT leaders a unified brand with comprehensive coverage of enterprise

Data Center Interconnect | L2 Connectivity and High Availability

Link your data centers with low latency, custom routes, and scalable SLAs. Layer 2 connectivity ideal for DRP, backup, and critical services.