IT IT The introduction of Aurelis Optical LAN by Nokia

Finland’s Espoo In response to the changing needs of business connection, Nokia today announced the release of Aurelis Optical LAN, its next-generation fiber-based LAN solution. It is a future-ready system that offers fiber’s unparalleled durability, performance, and efficiency to campus and in-building settings.

Compared to conventional copper-based LAN networks, optical LAN offers a major advancement, using up to 70% less cabling and 40% less electricity. Optical LAN reduces the total cost of ownership (TCO) by up to 50% and has a lifetime of more than 50 years.

Long-term performance, dependability, and simplicity are the main goals of Nokia’s Aurelis Optical LAN. With a clear upgrade path to 50Gb/s and 100Gb/s and support for current rates of 1Gb/s, 10Gb/s, and 25Gb/s, Aurelis Optical LAN makes sure businesses are prepared for the future. Advanced automation tools aid in streamlining and simplifying processes, while open APIs provide smooth interaction with current organizational settings. Fast and smooth LAN access is crucial for Wi-Fi 7 and other high-bandwidth applications, and its six-nine availability and strong security guarantee this.

Nokia’s optical LAN technology, which has more than 700 deployments in hotels, hospitals, airports, university campuses, and other locations, is already assisting businesses worldwide in staying competitive in the rapidly changing digital landscape.

“Deploying optical LAN across our campus was a strategic move to modernize connectivity across multiple buildings. It gives us a reliable, high-performance backbone for Wi-Fi, printers, and all our office endpoints—while significantly lowering power and cabling needs. The fiber-based infrastructure supports our long-term vision for a more efficient, future-ready network,” said Daniel Schach, Head of OT-Infrastructure at FairNetz GmbH.

“Aurelis Optical LAN delivers the simplicity, reliability, and scalability enterprises need to succeed in a digital-first world. With a 50+ year lifespan, fiber infrastructure ensures you’re ready for whatever comes next—without the disruption and cost of constant upgrades. Optical LAN gives enterprises a future-proof foundation for connectivity at a dramatically lower total cost,” said Geert Heyninck, General Manager of Broadband Networks at Nokia.