Wavelength Selection for Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing

Normal WDM (sometimes called BWDM) uses the two normal wavelengths 1310 and 1550 nm on one fiber. Wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) is a technology for increasing the transmission capacity of optical fiber communications by sending multiple data channels simultaneously through a single fiber, each on a different wavelength of light. Today, DWDM is a crucial component of optical networks because it maximizes the use of installed fiber cable and allows new services to be quickly and easily provisioned. The DWDM region, as defined by the ITU G. 86 nm, mainly within the C band. DWDM channel plans may vary, but a common setup includes either 40 channels with 100 GHz (0. [pdf]