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iOLM - intelligent Optical Link Mapper

Automated, expert-level singlemode and multimode fiber testing that eliminates the need to manually configure parameters or analyze and interpret multiple complex OTDR traces

Key features

Comprehensive fault diagnosis and guidance
Self-setting unit dynamically adapts to any fiber link
Intelligent multi-acquisitions at multiple wavelengths in a single icon-based link-view
Consolidated bidirectional link-view (patent-pending)
OTDR trace file generator (.sor)
TIA/IEC automated pass/fail thresholds for enterprise/data center (optional)
Test two fibers at once with loopback testing mode (optional)

Applications

FTTx Last-mile
FTTx PON
Fronthaul/backhaul
LAN/WAN
P2P Access
Passive Optical Lan (POL)
CWDM
Metro
Cable certification (IL/ORL measurement)

Go beyond OTDR testing

Innovation is front and center at EXFO, and the intelligent Optical Link Mapper (iOLM) is a prime example of a game-changing solution. The iOLM lets you take advantage of the full power of your OTDR, bringing automation to a new level—and enabling even the untrained technician to become a test expert in no time.

The iOLM integrates all our expertise into a simple, easy-to-use software that will take your OTDR testing capabilities further than they’ve ever been. And since EXFO designs and optimizes each OTDR model so that it offers the best possible performance for its specific application, your solution will fit with your reality.

What it does, how it works

iOLM is an innovative OTDR-based application that uses multipulse acquisitions and advanced algorithms to deliver information on every element in the link with the following advantages:

  • Provides one-touch, automatic analysis and clear link view display
  • Minimizes training and avoids misconfiguration via automatic parameter settings and clear go/no-go results
  • Turns complex OTDR information into simple and accurate analysis via Link-Aware™ technology
  • Identifies each event on the network and obtains straightforward fiber link status via Optical Link View
  • Provides prompt diagnosis enabling network issues to be fixed quickly and efficiently
  • Generates OTDR trace files (.sor)

Resources

All resources
Reference posters
FTTx PON testing - English (November 19, 2021)
Reference posters
FTTx PON testing - Français (November 19, 2021)
Reference posters
FTTx PON testing - 中文 (November 19, 2021)
Reference posters
FTTx PON testing - Español (November 19, 2021)
Reference posters
FTTx PON testing - Deutsch (November 19, 2021)
Reference posters
FTTx PON testing - Italiano (November 19, 2021)
Reference posters
OTDR/iOLM - English (March 08, 2019)
Reference posters
OTDR/iOLM - 中文 (March 08, 2019)
Reference posters
OTDR/iOLM - Español (March 08, 2019)
Reference posters
OTDR/iOLM - Italiano (March 08, 2019)
Flyers and pamphlets
Data center test solutions - English (September 01, 2025)
Flyers and pamphlets
Data center test solutions - Français (September 01, 2025)
Flyers and pamphlets
Data center test solutions - 中文 (September 01, 2025)
Flyers and pamphlets
Data center test solutions - Deutsch (September 01, 2025)
Flyers and pamphlets
Data center test solutions - 日本語 (September 01, 2025)
Reference posters
FTTdp and G.fast - English (February 01, 2015)
Reference posters
FTTdp and G.fast - 中文 (February 01, 2015)
White papers
When the Fiber Hits the HetNet - English (June 17, 2013)
White papers
Fiber to the HetNet - English (September 15, 2014)
White papers
Fiber to the HetNet - 中文 (September 15, 2014)
White papers
Why C-RAN deployments will give you more headaches than D-RAN rollouts - English (April 10, 2017)
White papers
Why C-RAN deployments will give you more headaches than D-RAN rollouts - Français (April 10, 2017)
Brochures and catalogs
EXFO Expert-Level Field Test Solutions - English (October 19, 2015)
Flyers and pamphlets
Beginner’s guide to OTDR testing – How to read an OTDR trace - English (November 25, 2022)
Flyers and pamphlets
Beginner’s guide to OTDR testing – How to read an OTDR trace - Français (November 25, 2022)
Flyers and pamphlets
Beginner’s guide to OTDR testing – How to read an OTDR trace - 中文 (November 25, 2022)
Flyers and pamphlets
Data centers and enterprise networks - English (September 01, 2025)
Flyers and pamphlets
Data centers and enterprise networks - 中文 (September 01, 2025)
Flyers and pamphlets
Data centers and enterprise networks - Français (September 01, 2025)

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