VN5650 Optical Ethernet Testing

Vector

Vector has expanded its VN5650 Ethernet interface to include multi-gigabit optical Ethernet testing in compliance with IEEE Std 802.3cz-2023. By integrating KD's KD7251 optical transceivers, the VN5650 can establish, monitor and analyze in-vehicle optical Ethernet links within existing Vector workflows already trusted by OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers.

Vector, a long-standing partner in embedded electronics development and networking in automotive, has expanded the capabilities of its VN5650 Ethernet interface to include multi-gigabit optical Ethernet testing in compliance with IEEE Std 802.3cz-2023. By integrating KD7251 optical transceivers from Spanish semiconductor company KD, the VN5650 can establish, monitor and analyze in-vehicle optical Ethernet links within existing Vector workflows.

This enhancement marks a significant step toward mainstream adoption of optical Ethernet in automotive validation, leveraging tools and software already trusted by OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers.