Out‑of‑band quantum key distribution for enterprise networks
The Hub & Spoke and Multiplex variants specifically address enterprise and telecom provider needs for scalable, quantum-secure network infrastructure, enabling secure key distribution across distributed sites while minimizing hardware maintenance requirements and infrastructure complexity.
The Clavis XG portfolio utilizes the fundamental laws of quantum physics to deliver provably secure key distribution. While conventional encryption relies on mathematical complexity, QKD is the only known cryptographic technique offering 100% forward security; ensuring that high-value data protected today remains immune to the decryption capabilities of future quantum computers.
Enduring Confidentiality: Provides immediate resilience against today’s brute-force attacks while protecting data with a long shelf-life (5–10+ years) against “harvest now, decrypt later” tactics.
Physics-Based Detection: Exploits the principle that observation causes perturbation. Any attempt by an eavesdropper to intercept the quantum channel is immediately and automatically detected by both the sender and recipient.
True Quantum Randomness: Seamlessly distributes keys generated by integrated IDQ QRNG chips. By using true quantum entropy, you eliminate the inherent vulnerabilities found in standard “pseudo-random” mathematical generators.
The Clavis XG QKD Portfolio meets all requirements for an easy installation in any data center and telco infrastructure. Its compact 19’’ rackmount 1U size offers the highest integration of QKD technology available in the market today. Hot-swappable power supplies, cooling fans and batteries ensure high availability operation.
Clavis XG systems are designed from the beginning to require minimal onsite site support with its easy to connect appliance and integration into the IDQ QKD management and monitoring framework.
The Clavis XG QKD Portfolio can interface and communicate with most major encryptor vendors. It supports standard and proprietary interfaces. ID Quantique is actively taking part in the standardization processes, particularly at ITU and ETSI, to boost interoperability of QKD and other security systems.
Leading Optical Transport Network (OTN) vendors offer this QKD-ready interface in their encryption’s appliances (OSI Layer 1/2/3 and MPLS).
The Clavis XG QKD Portfolio is compatible with IDQ’s QKD management and monitoring framework. It consists of an Extensive Network and Key Management software suite: Clarion KX. This framework integrates current Software Defined Network (SDN) QKD ETSI standards as well as IDQ’s Quantum Management System (QNET QMS) to facilitate all large QKD deployments. It ensures a seamless integration in existing infrastructure.
All Clavis XG models integrate Clarion KX Platform’s Q-KMS management and monitoring capabilities. It provides you with an unprecedented ability to scale your quantum-safe network while always keeping a comprehensive understanding of your network operation, even in the most complex cases.
Learn more about Clarion KX Platform
IDQ’s Quantum Management System
Enterprise Q-KMS Platform
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