IEEE Publishes 802.3by™ 25 Gb/s Ethernet Standard For Server Interconnectivity
Standard amendment defines Ethernet Media Access Control (MAC) parameters, physical layer specifications, and management parameters.
IEEE and the IEEE Standards Association (IEEE-SA) have announced the publishing and availability of IEEE 802.3by™ Standard for Media Access Control Parameters, Physical Layers and Management Parameters for 25 Gb/s Operation. The new amendment to IEEE Standard 802.3™ represents the first available industry standard developed specifically to address the growing need for increased Ethernet speeds for server interconnects exceeding 10 Gb/s, and one that offers cost-saving advantages over current higher speed Ethernet offerings.
“We have been fortunate to pool the resources of many individuals who’ve demonstrated considerable dedication and commitment to work collaboratively to advance a much sought after standard for 25 Gb/s Ethernet,” said Mark Nowell, chair, IEEE P802.3by 25 Gb/s Ethernet Task Force. “The work of the IEEE P802.3by 25 Gb/s Ethernet Task Force epitomizes how standards development is a key factor in ensuring best practices, and how best to meet the rapid demands of industry as technological advancements are pursued in the respective areas where Ethernet continues to play a growing role.”