AARNet4 Progress Update
Testing of 100G wavelengths on the existing DWDM transmission network has proved positive, and deployment is underway of new network segments supporting 100G services natively. At the IP layer, AARNet is in the process of replacing its national routed backbone with 100G-capable devices. And looking further afield, an upgrade program is underway to migrate AARNet’s international capacity to the USA via the Southern Cross Cable Network from 10Gbps to 40Gbps and ultimately 100Gbps.
This presentation will provide an insight into current progress on all of these fronts, highlighting the range of research and big science applications that this capacity will facilitate, as well as touching on the challenges specific to R&E networking in Australia.
| David Wilde's Biography
David Wilde began his career in computer networks at the University of New South Wales, and has since worked in various technical and managerial roles for commercial telecommunications operators and service providers across Australia and Europe. Prior to joining AARNet he was founder and CTO of a boutique Cisco Certified network integrator in France. He joined AARNet's Infrastructure Development Group in November 2010 based in Melbourne, and took over responsibility for Network Architecture during 2011. David's primary focus is on developing the new architecture and driving the rollout of the "AARNet4" project, upgrading AARNet's transmission and IP networks to 100Gbps capabilities. He has a particular interest in ensuring that AARNet rides at the forefront of technology, engaging with both vendors and other NRENs across the world, in order to better support the R&E activities and services required by AARNet's customers, both present and future. David holds a B.E.(Hons) and a B.Sc. from Monash University, and has maintained his active CCIE certification since 2001. |
