International field demonstration of Lambda-IX using GMPLS-controlled PXC between China and Japan

An international field demonstration on lambda-based Internet eXchange (IX) was conducted between China and Japan for the first time, by using Generalized Multiple Protocol Label Switching (GMPLS)-controlled Photonic Cross-connects (PXCs) and Layer 2 switches (L2SWs). The IX operation could be demonstrated to provide the resilient lambda interconnection as well as L2 interconnection to the Internet Service Providers (ISPs). Stable lambda LSP establishment, dynamic bandwidth management and fast restoration were successfully achieved in the field trial. Traffic transmission of video stream between two ISPs via the IX was also verified.