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Summary of XFP Advantages<br />
■ Smaller Size<br />
� � >4x reduction in transceiver footprint relative to XENPAK<br />
�� Allows minimum width transceivers<br />
Finisar<br />
�� 16 ports per linecard will be supported at 1.5W or 2.5W each<br />
■ Lower Power<br />
� � >2x reduction in power dissipation in some cases<br />
(2.5W vs. 6W transponders)<br />
�� Elimination of XENPAK board cutout requirement<br />
Greater Board Density<br />
Lew Aronson October 17, 2002