Mission-Critical Fiber Switching

Secure, automated communications for defense

Military networks can’t wait for field techs or tolerate human error. XSOS robotic fiber switching turns the physical layer into a software-defined asset you can reconfigure from command centers in seconds. Passive-latching optics keep traffic online through power loss and module swaps, while ruggedized hardware endures harsh environments across land, sea, and air.

What XSOS Delivers in Theater

Real-time reconfiguration: Execute robotic cross-connects in about 24–60 seconds per connection to adapt to changing mission needs.
Continuity under duress: Passive latching preserves light paths during power events and hot-swap maintenance for zero downtime switching.
Zero-touch operations at scale: Centralize control for forward bases, ships, and airfields through the XENOptics NMS with topology views, task queues, and full audit logs.
Defense-grade security: Role-based access, HTTPS management, and support for RADIUS/TACACS+/LDAP authentication align with zero-trust practices. (Customer access via GUI/SNMP/REST; SSH/Telnet reserved for internal support.)
Field-proven optics: Connectorized deployments achieve ≤0.8 dB IL (XSOS-288) and ≤1.0 dB IL (XSOS-576D) with >55 dB RL (UPC).

Use XSOS as a secure optical switching layer for command-and-control, ISR backhaul, and coalition exchange points—without adding complexity to upper network layers.

Where it Fits in Defense Networks

Forward Operating Bases

Deploy compact CSOS units in OSP-rated cabinets at the edge. Remotely switch primary/backup fibers after a cut, reroute bandwidth to new sensors, or stand up temporary circuits during surge ops—without a technician on site.

Street-cabinet temperature range: –40 °C to +65 °C.

Naval Piers and Air Bases

Use XSOS-288 in meet-me rooms for ship-to-shore, SATCOM ground segments, and airfield systems.

Cross-connect in under a minute, preserve live circuits through brownouts, and scale to 3,456 managed ports per rack (dual-sided).

National Defense Hubs

Standardize on XSOS-576D to consolidate thousands of fibers under one robotic fiber switch fabric.

Manage nearly 7,000 ports per rack with dual-sided layout to support multi-domain, multi-tenant facilities.

Zero-Trust, Zero-touch at the Physical Layer

Rugged Hardware for Harsh Conditions

Passive-latching + super-cap UPS: Power is drawn only while switching; provisioned paths hold state without keep-alive power. Idle ~6 W; deep sleep <0.5 W for OSP deployments.
Hot-swappable modules: Replace field components without traffic impact to maintain mission tempo.
Environmental hardening: Qualified to NEBS 3, ETSI 300019 Class 3.2, and temperature tested per IEC 60068-2-14.

Portfolio for Defense Scale

CSOS-72 / CSOS-144 – Compact, OSP-ready automation for street cabinets, mobile shelters, and perimeter nodes. Switching time: 24–40 s.
XSOS-288 – Core/edge fabric for bases and piers with 144×144 non-blocking switching. Switching time: 35–60 s. Manage 1,728 ports per rack side (3,456 dual-sided).
XSOS-576D – High-density duplex fabric (144×2)×(144×2) for national hubs; scale to ~7,000 ports per rack dual-sided. Switching time: 35–60 s.

Quick Comparison

Capability	XSOS-288	XSOS-576D	CSOS (72S/144D)
Fabric capacity	144×144 matrix (up to 1,728 ports/side)	576-port fabric (~7,000 ports back-to-back racks)	Compact automation for constrained spaces
Typical insertion loss	≤ 0.8 dB	≤ 1.0 dB	≤ 1.0 dB
Return loss (UPC)	≥ 55 dB	≥ 55 dB	≥ 55 dB
Switching time (per connection)	~35–60 s	~35–60 s	~24–40 s
Management	Web GUI, SNMP, RESTful API	Web GUI, SNMP, RESTful API	Web GUI, SNMP, RESTful API
Form factor	19″ rack	19″ rack	Shorter-depth chassis

*Street-cabinet option for CSOS and XSOS families; see product briefs for profiles.

Integrated Command & Control

The XENOptics NMS is the operational brain of XSOS deployments:

Live dashboards of port status and interconnections.
Shortest-path routing for connection tasks, with queued execution.
Topology creation and multi-element views to mirror real-world layouts.
Authentication and user/customer management with full operation logs for audit.

This is remote fiber management you can trust in comms-denied or logistics-constrained environments. Pair it with existing OSS/BSS and security tooling to fit your command workflows.

Mission Thread: Rapid Reroute Under Fire

A fiber backhaul to a perimeter sensor farm is severed during an attack. The NOC operator selects the alternate path in NMS; XSOS executes the cross-connect in tens of seconds. Traffic remains live thanks to passive latching, and the base retains ISR feeds without dispatching a single technician. Truck rolls drop, MTTR shrinks, and mission continuity holds.

Deploy with Confidence

Standard 19-inch racks with retractable-rail mounting.
Power options: 110–220 VAC and optional –48 VDC dual-feed for CO and OSP sites.
20-year service life with repeatable optical performance across switching cycles.

Why Military & Defense Choose XSOS

Failsafe Operations: Prevents communication disruptions in critical scenarios.
Ultra-Secure Connectivity: Designed for classified and encrypted transmissions.
Reduced Response Time: No delays in fiber switching, even in high-pressure situations.
Lower Operational Costs: Reduces the need for field technicians in remote or hostile environments.
Management: End-to-end web based network management.

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Mission-Critical Fiber Switching

Secure, automated communications for defense

What XSOS Delivers in Theater