Cisco unveils new Silicon One, optics innovations at OCP Global Summit 2026

• At OCP Global Summit 2026, Cisco detailed new silicon, systems, optics aimed at scaling distributed AI networking.
• Partnered with Nvidia on plans for an open USFP optics specification for 400G-per-lane modules, targeting higher bandwidth density.
• Reported first customer shipments of Silicon One G300 systems, introduced 1.6T-class G302 switching silicon for top-of-rack deployments.
• Highlighted production hyperscale deployments of Silicon One P200-based 51.2T routing systems, including Microsoft and Alibaba Cloud use cases.
• Unveiled Cisco 8001 out-of-band management system using Silicon One A100, adding SONiC support for large AI infrastructure operations.

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