SUNNYVALE, CA--(MARKET WIRE)--Sep 22, 2008 -- ECOC BRUSSELS -- Finisar Corporation (FNSR - News), the technology leader in fiber optic solutions for high-speed networks, today introduced the new 52TR Series 40G Transponders for client-side applications. Available in an ultra-compact (4.5 x 3.5 x 0.53 inch) 300-pin MSA compliant module, this transponder provides the lowest power dissipation and smallest mechanical footprint in the industry. Finisar will display the new 52TR Series 40G Transponders in booth #379 at ECOC in Brussels, September 22-24.

"As the market leader in high-speed optical communications, we continually strive to create innovative products to support the ever-increasing data rate requirements of our largest telecom customers," said John DeMott, director of product line management at Finisar Corporation. "The introduction of our 40G Ultra-Compact SFF transponder, in particular, is a testament to our commitment and determination to provide consistently market leading, high-performing, quality optical modules."

The 40G transponder is designed to provide a compelling option for carriers continually upgrading switching and routing equipment to meet growing Internet traffic demand. The 52TR Series of 40G Transponders feature:

 
--  Support for OC-768, STM-256, G.709 and OTU3 optical networking
    standards;
--  OIF SFI-5 compliant electrical interface;
--  Built-In Mux/Demux functionality;
--  Non-Return to Zero (NRZ) transmission from 39.8 Gb/s up to 44.5 Gb/s;
    and
--  Pin-for-pin compatibility with 40G 300-pin MSA standard modules.

Equipped with advanced monitoring and control functions, the 52TR Series 40G Transponders support numerous clocking modes and comply with the most recent updates to STM-256 /ITU Rec. G.8251 jitter standards.

"These are exciting times for Finisar," said Todd Swanson, senior vice president of sales and marketing at Finisar Corporation. "Our new transponder modules will help enable the cost-effective transition to 40G by delivering the performance and power savings our customers expect from the world leader in optical transmission modules."

For more information about Finisar's proven networking solutions, visit www.finisar.com or contact a Finisar Solution Expert at 1.408.548.1000 or sales@finisar.com.

About Finisar

Finisar Corporation (FNSR - News) is a global technology leader for fiber optic subsystems and network test systems that enable high-speed voice, video and data communications for networking, storage, wireless, and cable TV applications. For more than 20 years, Finisar has provided critical optics technologies to system manufacturers to meet the increasing demands for network bandwidth and storage. Finisar is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, USA with R&D, manufacturing sites, and sales offices worldwide. For additional information, visit www.finisar.com.

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