The XSOS-288

Ultra-Compact, High-Performance Remote Fiber Management

The XSOS-288 Smart Optical Switch brings next-generation automation to your fiber infrastructure.

Designed with XENOptics’ patented 3D Optical Switching (3D-OS) technology, the XSOS-288 offers fully remote fiber switching, precision monitoring, and unparalleled optical performance — perfect for data centers, telecom networks, and edge applications.

Manage up to 1,728 ports on a single 19” rack side — remotely and securely.

Key Features

Field Replaceable Parts

Fully field replaceable modular components ensure continuous connections under all conditions.

Fully Automated Fiber Switching

Achieve non-blocking 144×144 fiber port switching, eliminating manual intervention.

Low Optical Loss

Industry-leading performance with insertion loss < 0.5 dB and return loss < -65 dB.

Remote Monitoring and Testing

Integrated Remote Fiber Testing System (RFTS), real-time diagnostics, and automated AI driven adjustments and cleaning.

High Scalability

Supports up to 1,728 ports per rack side (3,456 ports using dual sides). Fits in a standard 19" rack and can be stacked for maximum scalabiltiy.

Disaster-Ready Reliability

Field-replaceable modules and passive latching ensure traffic flow during outages.

Flexible Fiber Termination

Works with both spliced fibers and LC connectors.

Secure and Open Software Integration

Web GUI, SNMPv2/v3, Telnet, SSH, RESTful API for SDN-ready environments.

XSOS-288 Technical Specifications

Feature

Specification

Switching Matrix

144 x 144 non-blocking

Insertion Loss

0.25 – 0.5 dB (Spliced) / 0.5 – 0.8 dB (Connectorized)

Return Loss

> -65 dB (APC), > -55 dB (UPC)

Crosstalk

< -70 dB

Power Consumption

50 W (active), 6 W (standby), 0.1-0.5 W (sleep)

Switching Time

35–60 seconds

Temperature Range (Operation)

-5°C to +45°C

Temperature Range (Outdoor Cabinet)

-40°C to +65°C

Dimensions

334mm (H) x 441mm (W) x 450mm (D)

Weight

29.7 kg

XSOS-288 Datasheet

Download the XSOS-288 Datasheet

Use Cases / Applications

Data Centers – Agile fiber network reconfiguration and scalability, for Meet-me-rooms and on-demand fiber switching.
Telecom Providers – Unmanned remote site operations, and agile fiber management at central offices and edge sites.
Military & Defense – Secure, automated fiber routing for tactical operations and mission critical comms.
Edge Computing – Low-latency and ultra-resilient network edge and IoT management.
Transit Systems – End-to-end management of private and dark fiber for managing comms and switching in complex subway and train networks.

Management and Software Integration

Seamlessly control and automate your fiber infrastructure using:

XENOptics Network Management System web GUI for intuitive management
Element Management System (EMS) for full network visualization
Network Management System (NMS) for enterprise-wide operations
Open APIs for SDN integration
Alarm Management and External Monitoring Sensors

XSOS-288 supports centralized and distributed architectures with secure remote access. All operations — switching, troubleshooting, monitoring — are available without on-site technician intervention.