When it comes to high-speed networking, understanding the capabilities of your equipment is crucial. For network engineers, knowing the distance a 100G QSFP28 transceiver can support is essential for efficient network planning and deployment. This guide provides a detailed overview of the distances supported by various types of 100G QSFP28 transceivers, ensuring you choose the right module for your network needs.
Multimode Fiber (MMF) 100G QSFP28 Transceivers
| Standard | EDGE SKU | Distance |
|---|
| 100GBASE-SR4 | 100G-QSFP28-100 | 100m (OM4) MMF and 70m (OM3) MMF |
| 100GBASE-SWDM4 | SWDM4-100G-QSFP28-150 | 150m (OM5) MMF |
Bidirectional 100G-QSFP28 modules for Multimode cables:
Bidirectional 100G-QSFP28 modules for Multimode cables:
100G-QSFP28 modules for Single-mode cable:
Bidirectional 100G-QSFP28 modules for Single-mode cable:
| Standard | EDGE SKU | Distance |
|---|
| 100GBASE-4WDM | BIDI-100G-QSFP28-20A / B | 20km with FEC over SMF |
| 100GBASE-ZR4lite | BIDI-100G-QSFP28-70A / B | 70km with FEC over SMF |
| 100GBASE-ZR4 | BIDI-100G-QSFP28-80A / B | 80km with FEC over SMF |
Single Lambda 100G-QSFP28 modules for Multimode cable:
| Standard | EDGE SKU | Distance |
|---|
| 100GBASE-DR | 100G-QSFP28-SL500 | 500m over MMF |
Single Lambda 100G-QSFP28 modules for Single-mode cable:
| Standard | EDGE SKU | Distance |
|---|
| 100GBASE-FR | 100G-QSFP28-SL2 | 2km over SMF |
| 100GBASE-LR | 100G-QSFP28-SL10 | 10km over SMF |
| 100GBASE-LR1 | 100G-QSFP28-SL20 | 20km over SMF with FEC |
| 100GBASE-ER1 Lite | 100G-QSFP28-SL30 | 30km over SMF with FEC |
| 100GBASE-ER1 | 100G-QSFP28-SL40 | 40km over SMF with FEC |
Choosing the Right 100G QSFP28 Transceiver:
Selecting the right 100G QSFP28 transceiver module depends on your network’s specific requirements. Each of these transceivers is designed for specific applications and distances. For example, single-mode transceivers starting from 40km require host FEC (Forward Error Correction) features to achieve the advertised reach. These 100G QSFP28 transceivers can be used to upgrade 100G Ethernet dark fiber connections to next-generation data rates. Extended Reach 100G Optics, including the 80km and 100km transceivers, are our newest and most advanced 100G QSFP28 solutions for long distances.
By understanding the distances supported by different 100G QSFP28 transceivers and choosing the right one, you can optimize your network infrastructure for efficiency, performance, and future scalability.
Conclusion:
In summary, the 100G QSFP28 transceivers offer a wide range of distance capabilities, making them suitable for various network applications. Whether you’re using multimode or single-mode fiber, there’s a 100G QSFP28 transceiver that fits your needs. By leveraging these advanced optical transceivers, network engineers can achieve higher data rates and more efficient network performance.
For comprehensive information, explore our selection of 100G QSFP28 transceivers and discover how you can elevate your network infrastructure.