Abstract
We propose a method employing 86Gbit/s RZ-DQPSK format to enable doubling the capacity of 43Gbit/s WDM systems. Its relaxed OSNR, chromatic dispersion and PMD requirements allow the upgrade without changing WDM optics, using 43Gbit/s electronics.
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