160-9600-900 Ciena Compatible 400GBASE-FR4 QSFP-DD Transceiver
Ciena compatible 160-9600-900 - Key Features
- Compatibility: Ciena
- Media Type: Single-Mode Fiber (SMF)
- Connector: Double LC/UPC
- Fiber Count: Duplex
- Maximum Distance: 2 km
- Guaranteed Link Budget: 4 dB
- Tx Wavelenght: CWDM 4 Ch
- Supported Data Rate: 425 Gbps
- DDM/DOM: Supported
- Forward Error Correction (FEC): Host FEC Supported
- Temperature Range: Standard 0°-70°C
Ciena 160-9600-900 Price
SKU:400G-QSFP-DD-2.1-CI
Made to Order - 2 WeeksCiena compatible 160-9600-900 Specifications
Form Factor | QSFP-DD |
Modulation | PAM4 (Pulse Amplitude Modulation 4-level) |
Media Type | Single-Mode Fiber (SMF) |
Connector | Double LC/UPC |
Fiber Count | Duplex |
Maximum Distance | 2 km |
Guaranteed Link Budget | 4 dB |
TX Wavelenght | 4-channel CWDM (1271/1291/1311/1331 nm) |
RX Wavelenght | 4-channel CWDM (1271/1291/1311/1331 nm) |
Supported Data Rate | 425 Gbps |
Supportet Ethernet Applications | 400G Ethernet (425 Gbps) |
DDM/DOM | Supported |
Forward Error Correction (FEC) | Host FEC Supported |
CDR (Clock and Data Recovery) chip | Supported |
Transmitter Type | EML Laser |
Tx Wave Bandwidth | 73 nm (1264.50–1337.50 nm) |
Average Launch Power (Min) Each Lane | -3.3 dBm |
Average Launch Power (Max) Each Lane | 3.5 dBm |
Extinction Ratio (Min) | 3.5 dB |
Receiver Type | PIN photodiode |
RX Wave Bandwidth | 73 nm (1264.50–1337.50 nm) |
Average Receiver Sensitivity (Min) Each Lane | -7.3 dBm |
Average Receiver Sensitivity (Max) Each Lane | 3.5 dBm |
Receiver Overload | 4.5 dBm |
Temperature Range | Standard 0°-70°C |
Storage Temperature | -40° to 85°C |
Relative Humidity | 5 to 85% |
Power Consumption (Max) | 10 W |
Power | +3.3V single power supply |
Compliance | CE, RoHS, Class 1 FDA and IEC60825-1 Laser Safety Compliant, 100G Lambda MSA, 400GBASE-FR4, IEEE 802.3cu, QSFP-DD MSA |
Ciena compatible 160-9600-900 Datasheet
v2Complete technical specifications and product details
Ciena compatible 160-9600-900 Description
The EDGE 400G-QSFP-DD-2.1 is a compatible replacement for the Ciena 160-9600-900, coded with Ciena-recognized EEPROM data. The module is accepted on Ciena platforms without additional configuration. Same duplex LC connector, same 2km single-mode reach.
The module transmits on four CWDM wavelengths (1271, 1291, 1311, 1331nm) using EML transmitters and PIN photodiode receivers. PAM4 modulation at 53.125 GBaud per lane for a 400 Gb/s aggregate data rate. An internal DSP handles gearbox adaptation between the electrical host interface and the four optical lanes. Maximum channel insertion loss of 4dB per the 400G Lambda MSA FR4 specification, supporting links up to 2km over OS2 single-mode fiber.
160-9600-900 is deployed on Ciena platforms with QSFP-DD ports, including the Waveserver 5 for data center interconnect. The Ciena EEPROM coding allows the module to be recognized without unsupported-transceiver warnings.
Ciena uses the 160-xxxx-900 part number format across its transceiver portfolio. 160-9600-900 is the 400GBASE-FR4 QSFP-DD variant. If your spares inventory or purchase order references this part number, the EDGE 400G-QSFP-DD-2.1 is the correct replacement.
Conforms to the 400G Lambda MSA specification for the 400GBASE-FR4 optical interface. QSFP-DD MSA compliant with CMIS 4.0 management interface for per-channel Tx/Rx power, temperature, voltage, and bias current monitoring. Supports KP4 RS-FEC. Class 1 laser safe (IEC 60825-1). CE and RoHS certified, commercial temperature 0°C to 70°C.
400GBASE-FR4 uses 4x100G PAM4 on CWDM wavelengths (1271, 1291, 1311, 1331nm) over duplex single-mode fiber for reaches up to 2km. The 400G Lambda MSA specification targets data center interconnect within a campus or across adjacent buildings, an alternative to DR4 MPO breakouts when duplex LC is preferred.
FR4 fits 400G spine-leaf uplinks in hyperscale and enterprise fabrics, AI/ML GPU interconnect, campus backbones that prefer duplex LC over MPO, and 400G aggregation above a 100G leaf layer. 2km covers nearly all intra-campus runs; anything longer moves to LR4 or coherent ZR.
QSFP-DD modules require host-side KP4 RS-FEC (Reed-Solomon 544,514) to meet the PAM4 BER specification. Modern 400G switch ASICs include KP4 FEC natively. Thermal management is critical at 400G densities. Verify airflow and watch module case temperature via CMIS DDM to avoid thermal throttling under load.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Ciena platforms support the 160-9600-900?
160-9600-900 is used on Ciena platforms with QSFP-DD ports, including the Waveserver 5. Check the Ciena transceiver compatibility matrix for your specific platform and software release.
What does the 160-9600-900 part number mean?
Ciena uses the 160-xxxx-900 format across its transceiver portfolio. 160-9600-900 is the 400GBASE-FR4 QSFP-DD module (2km, CWDM4, duplex LC). If your purchase order references 160-9600-900, the EDGE 400G-QSFP-DD-2.1 is the correct replacement.