Abstract:
BASE-T Ethernet has provided a users’ an unique migration path for server connectivity with multispeed ports, auto negotiation and a single connector interface that has become the popular icon for an Ethernet port – the RJ-45. This panel discussion will explore BASE-T as a model for handling a multitude of rates, including: the unexpected continued growth of 1Gig Ethernet, the emergence of 10GBASE-T, standardization progress of 40GBASE-T, and potential impacts and forms of a 25 GBASE-T, should it emerge. Evolution of ecosystem components (e.g., MACs, controllers, switch silicon, and cabling), including changes in network topology and migration of the cabling infrastructure will be considered. Panel discussion will include OEM perspectives, PHY perspectives, infrastructure, and standardization perspectives.
Presenters:
Dave Chalupsky, Intel
Sandeep Shyamsukha, Cisco
George Zimmerman, CME
Jonathan Jew, J&M Consulting
Jonathan Jew is president of J&M Consultants, Inc. – www.j-and-m.com – an information technology and telecommunications consulting firm that specializes in data center projects. Jonathan has 31 years’ experience with 72 data center relocation and infrastructure projects totaling over 2 million square feet of computer room floor space. He is internationally recognized as an expert in data center telecommunications infrastructure and telecommunications administration. He has a leadership position in several U.S. National and International standards committees and has published numerous magazine articles.