A GPON network consists of OLT (Optical Line Terminals), ONU (Optical Network Unit), and a splitter. The splitter will divide the signal when needed. 984 is the series of standards that define the architecture and operation of gigabit -per-second–capable passive optical network (GPON). It is commonly used to implement the link to the customer (the last kilometre, or last mile) of fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) services, using a. Optical Distribution Network (ODN) - The physical fibre and optical devices that distribute signals to users in a telecommunications network. This article explores the technical foundations, working. As demand for high-speed, reliable broadband continues to grow, Gigabit Passive Optical Networks (GPON) have become the go-to solution for fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) and fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) deployments. The shift from outdated electrical copper systems to optical fiber is driven by the immutable demands for. A GPON network is capable of transmitting ethernet, TDM (Time Division Multiplexing) as well as ATM traffic.