Smartoptics Upgrades Pilot Fiber's Backbone with 400G and 800G-Ready Architecture in New York

Smartoptics has partnered with Pilot Fiber to enhance its connectivity services in New York with a 400G backbone upgrade, featuring an 800G-ready architecture. The deployment supports resilient interconnections between data centers and covers over 300 miles of fiber across the metro area. This upgrade addresses the growing demand for high-capacity interconnections in sectors like finance and AI.

Published Mar 28, 2026

Smartoptics has upgraded Pilot Fiber's network in New York with a 400G backbone and 800G-ready architecture. This solution facilitates resilient interconnections between Pilot's data centers across the New York metro area, enhancing connectivity for enterprise and financial services.

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The deployment utilizes Smartoptics' ROADM architecture, allowing Pilot to support high-capacity wavelength services while optimizing space usage with a compact design. The network spans over 300 miles and interconnects more than 1,000 commercial buildings, catering to sectors requiring robust data connectivity, including trading and AI applications.