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Business Wire
7 days ago
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The UNH Interoperability Labs Listed as Official Testing Lab for BBF.247 PON ONU Certification
DURHAM, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The University of New Hampshire Interoperability Labs (UNH-IOL), an independent provider of comprehensive testing and standards conformance services for the networking industry, has announced its approval as a testing laboratory for the Broadband Forum's BBF.247 PON ONU Certification. Currently, the UNH-IOL offers a wide range of broadband testing services, and its PON expansion aims to facilitate open interoperability for PON networks, equipment manufacturers, and service providers. The UNH-IOL is now a certified test lab for BBF.247 PON ONU Certification, ensuring strict adherence to the specification necessary for multi-vendor interoperability among PON OLT and ONU devices. With the growth of fiber technology, ensuring seamless interoperability prior to deployment has become more crucial than ever. This ensures that devices and equipment from different manufacturers can work together effectively. Through PON certification, internet service providers gain the ability to utilize various equipment from multiple manufacturers, fostering equipment flexibility. This flexibility not only reduces costs but also broadens the supply chain, enhances network reliability, and ensures that infrastructure can adapt as PON networks evolve. "The expansion of the PON certification program is essential for helping operators confidently implement new technologies like XGS-PON and the forthcoming 25GS-PON and HSP," said Justin Nelson, Broadband Technical Manager, UNH-IOL. "Ensuring compliance facilitates smooth transitions for Wi-Fi and cellular networks that rely on fiber infrastructure, resulting in a more reliable network and consistent performance for users.' First launched in 2011 for GPON ONUs, the BBF.247 certification was designed for Optical Network Units (ONU) and ensures that ONU equipment used in PON networks complies with requirements outlined in the ITU-T OMCI specifications (ITU-T G.988). Since that initial launch, the UNH-IOL and the Broadband Forum have continued to progress and enhance the PON testing specifications, including multiple releases of the BBF.247 certification program and the TR-255 PON interoperability test plan. Since the program's inception, 226 products have received certification from over 30 companies, underscoring the successful impact of the PON certification. The UNH-IOL is hosting a Webinar on 'The Impact of BBF.247 ONU PON Certification' August 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM (ET) which will educate participants on what BBF.247 is, what it isn't and benefits of this certification. In addition, the lab is hosting the BBF PON Plugfest for XGS-PON, 25GS-PON, and HS-PON (50G PON) during the week of October 6-10, 2025. The event is open to all Broadband Forum members building PON products. The BBF.247 PON Certification is now available as part of the UNH-IOL PON Testing Services, the BBF.247 Certification validates conformance of ONU devices, enabling interoperability with a wider range of OLT suppliers. To learn more about PON events or PON testing services, please visit the UNH-IOL PON webpage. The University of New Hampshire Interoperability Labs (UNH-IOL) is an independent provider of broad-based testing and standards conformance services for the networking and data communications industry. Since 1988, UNH-IOL has been at the forefront of multi-vendor interoperability, offering a neutral and secure environment for testing emerging technologies and developing testing solutions to help companies deliver products to market. With over 28,000 square feet of advanced lab space and multimillion-dollar testbeds, the lab supports a wide range of technologies including Ethernet, IPv6, NVMe®, and automotive networking. UNH-IOL is a 100% industry-funded, non-profit organization shaping global standards while preparing the next generation of engineers through hands-on student engagement and workforce development in collaboration with the University of New Hampshire.
Business Wire
16-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
NIST USGv6 Test Program Achieves Significant Milestone for IPv6-Enabled Networks
DURHAM, N.H.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--he University of New Hampshire Interoperability Labs (UNH-IOL), in collaboration with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is proud to announce a significant program achievement, 1,000 combined product entries between the USGv6 (2008) and USGv6-r1 Product Registries. This milestone supports the Federal government's initiative to adopt IPv6 and transition to IPv6-only networks with a goal of at least 80% of IP-enabled assets on Federal networks are operating in IPv6-only environments by the end of FY2025. UNH Interoperability Labs recognizes the milestone of over 1,000 combined listings in the USGv6 and USGv6-r1 Product Registries for IPv6-enabled networks, a significant achievement for the NIST USGv6 Test Program. Share The USGv6 test program was launched back in 2008 to facilitate the adoption of IPv6 within the U.S. Government. The test program supports the reliable procurement of IPv6-capable networked IT products and services. The USGv6 Test Program is a comprehensive test program designed to ensure that network products comply with IPv6 specifications established by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF). Governments and enterprises are prioritizing IPv6 to future-proof their networks and meet the performance and security demands of modern applications. 'The University of New Hampshire Interoperability Labs has been a vital partner in the definition, evolution, and execution of the USGv6 Testing Program,' said Doug Montgomery, Manager of Internet Technologies Research at NIST. 'Providing standards-based conformance, interoperability, and functional testing covering over 1,000 distinct IPv6-enabled products has significantly benefited the networking industry as a whole and provided a vital tool to support the acquisition of IPv6 technologies by the Government.' The UNH-IOL is recognized as a leading independent provider of testing and standards conformance services, playing a vital role in fostering innovation and compliance within the networking industry. Since 2008, it has established itself as a leader in IPv6 testing by collaborating closely with organizations such as NIST, the IPv6 Forum, and the IETF. Additionally, the lab offers IOL INTACT ® software, which enhances development cycles by improving test readiness for testing under the USGv6 and IPv6 Ready Logo programs. IOL INTACT ensures that products meet stringent criteria for functionality, interoperability, and deployment readiness in IPv6 environments. For more information about the USGv6 Test Program, IPv6 Testing & Certification, or to explore the full product registry, please visit the UNH-IOL IPv6 Testing Service webpage. The University of New Hampshire Interoperability Labs (UNH-IOL) is an independent provider of broad-based testing and standards conformance services for the networking and data communications industry. Since 1988, UNH-IOL has been at the forefront of multi-vendor interoperability, offering a neutral and secure environment for testing emerging technologies and developing testing solutions to help companies deliver products to market. With over 28,000 square feet of advanced lab space and multimillion-dollar testbeds, the lab supports a wide range of technologies including Ethernet, IPv6, NVMe ®, and automotive networking. UNH-IOL is a 100% industry-funded, non-profit organization shaping global standards while preparing the next generation of engineers through hands-on student engagement and workforce development in collaboration with the University of New Hampshire.
