Om3 fiber optic backward compatibility
This means that existing OM3 infrastructure can support OM5 cabling without the need for a complete overhaul. However, in order to take advantage of the full capabilities of OM5, it is recommended to use OM5 compatible components. Typically, OM3 fiber is used for 10G Ethernet and can make connections up to 220 meters long. While it shares the same core size and is backward-compatible with OM3 and OM4, its key innovation is support for Shortwave Wavelength Division Multiplexing (SWDM).
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