FRM‑9D‑R‑8‑EC – Infinera 9‑D Flexible Grid Routing Module (High‑Degree ROADM)

The Infinera FRM‑9D‑R‑8‑EC is a high‑performance, flexible‑grid routing module designed for deployment in Infinera’s DTN/DTN‑X optical transport platforms. Built to support advanced ROADM (Reconfigurable Optical Add/Drop Multiplexer) functionality, it is ideal for telecom carriers and network operators looking to scale metro and long‑haul WDM and OTN infrastructure. Offered by PICS Telecom as part of our catalogue of refurbished networking equipment and tested telecom gear, this module enables cost‑efficient, high‑capacity optical routing for modern flexible‑grid networks.

🔑 Key Features & Benefits

• 🧬 Flexible Grid (N × 12.5 GHz) Support – Enables fine‑granularity wavelength routing to support coherent 100G/400G+ channels and future proof your optical network

• 🔀 9‑Degree (ROADM) Architecture – Built for high‑degree nodes, offering add/drop/express ports for complex optical routing and meshed topologies

• 🎛 Route & Select Architecture – Equipped with WSS (wavelength selective switches) in both Tx and Rx directions for optimal optical path control and grooming

• 🔧 Modular Form Factor – Integrates into Infinera DTN/DTN‑X chassis (with MTC‑6/MTC‑9 or equivalent optical shelves) for slot‑based scalability and network upgrades

• ✅ Refurbished & Certified – Supplied by PICS Telecom as fully tested telecom gear, reducing capital cost while maintaining dependable performance

🎯 Ideal For

• 🌐 Service provider backbone networks requiring flexible‑grid and high‑degree ROADM functionality

• 🏢 Data‑centre interconnects and metro core links with evolving 100G/400G+ wavelength demands

• 🛰 Network operators migrating from fixed‑grid to flex‑grid DWDM architectures

• 🔁 Refurbished networking equipment deployments where cost‑optimisation and network re‑use are key

📊 Specifications at a Glance

• Model: FRM‑9D‑R‑8‑EC

• Type: Flexible Grid Routing Module (ROADM)

• Architecture: 9‑Degree Route & Select

• Grid Granularity: N × 12.5 GHz (flexible‑grid)

• Ports: Up to 16 system ports for add/drop/express usage (typical for FRM‑9D architecture) infiniumnet.com+1

• Platform Compatibility: Infinera DTN / DTN‑X family (optical line system shelves MTC‑6/MTC‑9) Scribd+1

• Condition: Refurbished / Tested telecom gear

• Use Case: High‑capability optical routing for metro/long‑haul WDM/OTN networks

✅ Conclusion

Enhance your optical transport network with the Infinera FRM‑9D‑R‑8‑EC — engineered for flexible‑grid ROADM routing, high‑degree architecture and carrier‑grade performance. Available now through PICS Telecom’s extensive inventory of refurbished networking equipment and tested telecom gear. Visit www.picstelecom.com or marketplace.picstelecom.com to request a quote or learn more today.