This design makes the linear pluggable optics (LPO) ideal for short-reach, high-bandwidth applications within AI clusters and HPC environments, where minimizing latency and power consumption is critical. Linear Pluggable Optics (LPO) are a new optical transceiver technology. The idea is simple: instead of a DSP (digital signal processor) inside the module – replacing it with transimpedance amplifier (TIA) and a driver chip with high linearity and EQ capability – LPO shifts signal processing into. Nordic Semiconductor is a global leader in low power wireless connectivity solutions, providing the essential platform and wireless technologies that connect IoT devices within the consumer, healthcare, and industrial markets. 1 shows the typical block diagram of a pluggable transceiver consisting of on-board lasers, optics, a Photonics die housing the modulator. Choosing the Right Solution for High-Speed Optics With the explosive growth of AI and high-performance computing (HPC), data centers are facing unprecedented demands for bandwidth and energy efficiency. The transition of hyperscale facilities from 400G to 800G, with 1. Its core concept is to remove digital processing units such as DSPs and CDRs from the module, constructing a purely analog "linear direct-drive" optical link.