Wedoany.com Report on Mar 13th, American chipmaker Marvell recently updated its 1.6T optical digital signal processor (DSP) product line, launching multiple new platforms based on 3-nanometer process technology. This move aims to address the growing connectivity demands in data centers driven by artificial intelligence.

The launch includes platforms such as Ara T, Ara X, Petra, and Aquila M. The Ara T supports 8x200 Gb/s transmission and is claimed to improve power efficiency and reduce total cost. The Ara X enhances link reliability, Petra serves as a gearbox supporting 8x100G to 4x200G connectivity, and Aquila M integrates MACsec security functionality. Samples of these products are already available to customers.

Xi Wang, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Marvell's Connectivity Business Unit, stated: "With these new products, Marvell will deliver the performance, power efficiency, and manufacturing scale required to meet the explosive growth of next-generation AI data centers." He noted that these updates extend the company's DSP and SerDes technologies within the traditional 800G platform.

This product update builds upon Marvell's 5nm 1.6T Nova platform launched in 2023 and the 3nm Ara platform introduced in late 2024. Recently, the company also expanded its coherent interconnect portfolio, including 1.6T ZR/ZR+ pluggable modules and a 2nm DSP.

Industry reports predict that 1.6T-capable network switches will drive revenue growth, with related equipment expected to begin shipping in the second half of this year. Marvell's new offerings join similar products from suppliers like Cisco, Ciena, and Naddod in addressing data center connectivity needs.