Free Webcast - Understanding and Measuring Optical Loss in Fiber Networks
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Understanding and Measuring Optical Loss in Fiber Networks
Apr 23 2025, 12:00pm EDT
Duration: 60 mins
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Presented by
Mike Pennacchi, Network Protocol Specialists
About this talk
Fiber optic networks are critical to modern infrastructure, but ensuring optimal performance depends on understanding and managing signal loss.
In this webcast, we’ll guide you through the fundamentals of optical loss, how to measure it accurately, and how to troubleshoot common issues.
What You’ll Learn: -
The two key considerations when measuring optical loss: How to calculate the expected loss of a link
How to interpret the measured loss and compare it to expectations
Step-by-step instructions on: Calculating estimated loss based on fiber length, splices, and connectors Setting an optical power reference using NetAlly tools Measuring and interpreting actual optical loss across a link - Common causes of excess optical loss and how to identify them