Oslo, Norway - December 12, 2024 - Smartoptics, a leading provider of optical
networking solutions, today announced the launch of its latest amplifiers, the
DCP-F-VG Variable Gain Amplifier and the DCP-F-RA Raman Amplifier. These new
additions empower network operators to build larger, high-performance networks
spanning longer distances, making them ideal for today's bandwidth-intensive
applications and future network expansions.

"We are once again expanding our product portfolio making it possible for us to
increasingly accommodate the requirements of large networks based on next
generation open line systems. With a very cost efficient and flexible offering,
we experience strong traction in these segments," said Kent Lidström, CTO of
Smartoptics.

The DCP-F-VG and DCP-F-RA amplifiers complement Smartoptics' DCP-R34 ROADM,
enabling performance-optimized, high-capacity networks that reach across greater
distances. Together, this powerful trio provides network operators with a fully
scalable solution to meet dense data demands while laying the groundwork for
future, expansive network designs.

The new amplifiers bring advanced capabilities to optical networks, enhancing
both performance and reach. The DCP-F-VG offers variable gain control for
precise amplification, ensuring signal quality across varying spans with
seamless integration into the DCP-2 chassis. The DCP-F-RA Raman Amplifier is
specifically designed for long-haul applications, delivering robust
amplification that extends transmission distances minimizing the need for
additional intermediate amplifiers. Together, these amplifiers enable flexible,
cost-effective network expansion for performance-driven, large-scale
configurations.

"Our new amplifiers, the DCP-F-VG and DCP-F-RA, represent a significant leap
forward in our mission to deliver accessible, high-performance open optical
networking," said Lidström. "They're engineered to address the growing demand
for scalable, flexible, and robust long-distance networks. Combined with our DCP
-R34 ROADM, these products offer a complete toolkit for creating larger, high
-capacity networks that support a broader range of applications and deliver the
reliability our customers depend on."

For more information please contact:
Magnus Grenfeldt
CEO
Smartoptics
+46 73-366 88 77
E-mail: magnus.grenfeldt@smartoptics.com

About Smartoptics
Smartoptics provides innovative optical networking solutions and devices for the
new era of open networking. Our customer base includes thousands of enterprises,
governments, cloud providers, Internet exchanges as well as cable and telecom
operators. We have an open networking approach in everything we do which allows
our customers to break unwanted vendor lock-in, remain flexible and minimize
costs. Our solutions are used in metro and regional network applications that
increasingly rely on data center services and specifications. Smartoptics is a
Scandinavian company founded in 2006. We partner with leading technology and
network solution providers such as Brocade, Cisco and Dell and have a global
reach through more than 100 business partners.
For additional information about Smartoptics, please visit
https://smartoptics.com/