Routed Optical Networking (RON) revolutionizes transport networks by collapsing the IP and optical layers into a unified architecture. Using standardized digital coherent optics directly in routers, RON eliminates legacy transponders, reduces costs, simplifies operations, and enables scalable, high-performance transport that’s ready for 5G and beyond.


Routed Optical Networking (RON) is a next-generation architecture designed to streamline and modernize network infrastructure by converging IP and optical layers. By delivering coherent wavelengths directly from router ports with standardized digital coherent optics (DCO), RON eliminates the need for traditional optical transport equipment, significantly reducing both CapEx and OpEx. This simplified architecture enhances operational efficiency, reduces complexity, and supports scalable bandwidth growth 400G/800G and beyond. With optimized packet switching and native IP/MPLS Segment Routing intelligence, RON ensures improved service delivery, stronger SLAs, and future-ready infrastructure for evolving data demands including 5G.