Quality from other third-party suppliers can vastly vary, but not from Proline
Our optics don't rely on a manufacturer's pre-installed code. Component manufacturers often specialize in the hardware but are not expert coders who ensure compatibility with all available OEM solutions.
We code all optics in our state-of-the-art labs, certifying our optics are compatible with over 400 network systems. Our expert technicians program and test every single transceiver to your exact specifications, achieving an incredible reliability rating of 99.98% (versus the average MSA failure rate of 95%-97%).
Coding, reliability, and order accuracy are the most reported issues with cheap optics
Reading as the wrong part or “unsupported data” has catastrophic effects, such as downtime and triage needed to repair the issues caused by subpar quality transceivers.
This can, in turn, require users to suffer network delays and system reboots, or wasting network managers' time to address. It may even possibly require a system engineer to repair, thus causing direct cost impacts to budgets and timelines.
| Commonly reported coding issues from other third-party supplier | |
|---|---|
| Error | Consequence |
| Wrong part number in the EEPROM | Features may not be supported, and additional configuration may be required. |
| No “PID” displays | The switch does not recognize the part and cannot communicate with it. |
| Displays "Non-Cisco" (or other OEM) | It may render the port unusable and a replacement or recoded transceiver is needed. |
| Receive "UNSUPPORTED" message upon inserting in any switch ports. | Recoding or a replacement transceiver is again required. |
| No DOM reporting available on AOCs in multiple platforms | The lack of reporting may limit troubleshooting and monitoring capabilities.. |
| Module SPROM display 0 meters | The lack of detail may cause issues with troubleshooting and monitoring capabilities |
Full in-environment testing before any coded optic leaves our facility
Rather than test a unit or two from a batch, we install our transceivers directly into OEM switches you plan to use. This ensures that both hardware and software are ready for a successful installation into your hardware before they arrive.
Our commitment to your network's success coupled with our unique serialization system and it's clear that Proline optics are guaranteed to meet or exceed your expectations.
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