Ciena 160-9404-900 Compatible 100G 40KM SMF QSFP28 module

Ciena
QSFP28
100G
Duplex
40 km
Ciena 160-9404-900 Compatible 100G 40KM SMF QSFP28 module

Ciena compatible 160-9404-900 - Key Features

  • Compatibility: Ciena
  • Media Type: Single-Mode Fiber (SMF)
  • Connector: Double LC/UPC
  • Fiber Count: Duplex
  • Maximum Distance: 40 km
  • Guaranteed Link Budget: 22 dB
  • Tx Wavelenght: 1310 nm
  • Supported Data Rate: 112 Gbps
  • DDM/DOM: Supported
  • Forward Error Correction (FEC): Host FEC Supported
  • Temperature Range: Standard 0°-70°C

Ciena 160-9404-900 Price

SKUSKU:100G-QSFP28-40-CI
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Ciena compatible 160-9404-900 Specifications

Form Factor
QSFP28
Modulation
NRZ (Non-Return to Zero)
Media Type
Single-Mode Fiber (SMF)
Connector
Double LC/UPC
Fiber Count
Duplex
Maximum Distance
40 km
Guaranteed Link Budget
22 dB
TX Wavelenght
4-channel LAN WDM (1295.56/1300.05/1304.58/1309.14 nm)
RX Wavelenght
4-channel LAN WDM (1295.56/1300.05/1304.58/1309.14 nm)
Supported Data Rate
112 Gbps
Supportet Ethernet Applications
100G Ethernet (103.125 Gbps)
Supported Fiber Channel Applications
4x 32G Fiber Channel (112.2Gbps)
Optical Transport Network (OTN) Applications
OTU4 (112 Gbps)
DDM/DOM
Supported
Forward Error Correction (FEC)
Host FEC Supported
Transmitter Type
EML Laser
Tx Wave Bandwidth
4 LAN WDM Seperated 1310 nm Lanes (15.66 nm 1294.53 – 1310.19nm) (L0 Tx center 1295.56nm, L1 Tx center 1300.05nm, L2 Tx center 1304.58nm, L3 Tx center 1309.14nm)
Average Launch Power (Min) Each Lane
-2 dBm
Average Launch Power (Max) Each Lane
4 dBm
Extinction Ratio (Min)
4 dB
Receiver Type
APD Photodiode
RX Wave Bandwidth
4 LAN WDM Seperated 1310 nm Lanes (15.66 nm 1294.53 – 1310.19nm) (L0 Tx center 1295.56nm, L1 Tx center 1300.05nm, L2 Tx center 1304.58nm, L3 Tx center 1309.14nm)
Average Receiver Sensitivity (Min) Each Lane
-21 dBm
Average Receiver Sensitivity (Max) Each Lane
-18 dBm
Receiver Overload
-1 dBm
Temperature Range
Standard 0°-70°C
Storage Temperature
-40° to 85°C
Relative Humidity
5 to 85%
Power Consumption (Max)
4.5 W
Power
+3.3V single power supply
Compliance
CE, RoHS, Class 1 FDA and IEC60825-1 Laser Safety Compliant, IEEE 802.3ba, IEEE 802.3bm, 100GBASE-ER4 Lite, 128GFC Gen 6, OTN OTU4, QSFP28 MSA, SFF-8636 (Management Interface for 4-lane modules), SFF-8665

Ciena compatible 160-9404-900 Datasheet

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Complete technical specifications and product details

Updated:Jan 16, 2026Format:PDF

Ciena compatible 160-9404-900 Description

160-9404-900 is the Ciena legacy part number (inherited from Nortel) for a dual-rate 100GBASE-ER4 / OTU4-ER4 QSFP28 transceiver. The same module is also listed under Ciena's native part number XCVR-Q30V31. This EDGE compatible module matches the original Ciena specifications with EEPROM coded for Ciena platform authentication. It operates over duplex single-mode fiber at four LAN-WDM wavelengths (1295.56, 1300.05, 1304.58, and 1309.14 nm), reaching up to 40 km with host FEC or 30 km without FEC.

The module uses EML transmitters and APD (Avalanche Photodiode) receivers, supporting both 100G Ethernet at 103.125 Gbps and OTU4 at 111.81 Gbps. DDM/DOM provides real-time readings of TX/RX optical power, laser bias current, temperature, and supply voltage. Maximum power consumption is 4.5 W from a single 3.3 V supply. Operating temperature range is 0 to 70 °C.

The 160-9404-900 works in Ciena Waveserver (including Waveserver Ai and Waveserver 5), 6500 Packet-Optical Platform, and 5170/5160 Service Aggregation Switches. Our compatible module is programmed with Ciena-format EEPROM data designed to suppress the UCTF (uncertified) operational state.

Ciena uses two part number formats for the same transceiver. The 160-xxxx-900 series is the legacy numbering inherited from Nortel. XCVR-Qxxxxx is Ciena's native naming convention. Both 160-9404-900 and XCVR-Q30V31 refer to the same 100GBASE-ER4 Lite dual-rate module with identical specifications. Our compatible module covers both part numbers.

Our compatible 160-9404-900 is CE and RoHS certified, QSFP28 MSA-compliant, and conforms to the 100GBASE-ER4 Lite specification. Before delivery, every module undergoes optical parameter measurement, connector cleanliness inspection, and EEPROM data validation testing.

For volume pricing, lead times, or technical questions about the 160-9404-900, contact our sales team. We can help match the right module to your Ciena deployment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 160-9404-900 and XCVR-Q30V31?

They are the same module. 160-9404-900 is Ciena's legacy part number format inherited from Nortel. XCVR-Q30V31 is Ciena's native naming convention. Both refer to the same dual-rate 100GBASE-ER4 / OTU4 QSFP28 transceiver with identical specifications. If your BOM lists either part number, this module is the correct replacement.

Which Ciena platforms support the 160-9404-900?

The 160-9404-900 is used in Ciena Waveserver (including Waveserver Ai and Waveserver 5) for DCI client-side connections, the 6500 Packet-Optical Platform, and the 5170 and 5160 Service Aggregation Switches. Check the Ciena myCiena portal for your specific platform's certified optics list.

Will a compatible 160-9404-900 trigger alarms on Ciena equipment?

Ciena equipment can flag non-certified modules with a UCTF (uncertified) operational state. Our compatible module is programmed with Ciena-format EEPROM data designed to suppress the UCTF operational state. Verify compatibility with your specific Ciena OS version before deployment.

Does the 160-9404-900 support OTU4?

Yes. The 160-9404-900 is a dual-rate module supporting both 100G Ethernet (103.125 Gbps) and OTU4 (111.81 Gbps). The module operates at the rate configured by the host port. This makes it suitable for Ciena OTN deployments on the 6500 and Waveserver platforms.