The Cisco Compatible 100GBASE-SR SWDM4 Bi-Directional QSFP28 transceiver is a pluggable optical transceiver with a duplex LC connector interface for short-reach data communication and interconnect applications using Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF).
Built-in high-performance Chip with a maximum power consumption of 3.5W ensures a prolonged service life. It operates within a commercial temperature range of 0 to 70°C and has been tested in targeted switches for superior performance, quality, and reliability.
| Form Factor | QSFP28 |
| Wavelength | 850nm / 900nm |
| Connector | Duplex LC |
| Transmitter Type | VCSEL |
| DDM/DOM | Supported |
| TX Power | -5.5 ~ 3dBm |
| Power Consumption | ≤3.5W |
| Max Data Rate | 103.1Gbps |
| Max Cable Distance | 70m@OM3 / 100m@OM4 |
| Cable Type | MMF |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Bit Error Ratio | 5E-5 (Pre-FEC) |
The 100GBASE-SR BiDi QSFP28 transceiver offers data center operators a compelling solution that enables reuse of their existing 10G duplex MMF infrastructure for migration to 100G Ethernet connectivity. It supports Dual wavelength VCSEL bi-directional optical interface, PAM4 2 × 50-Gb/s 850nm/900 nm.
With built-in high-performance Macom Chip and equipped with individually designed COB packaging, the QSFP28 transceiver offers high speed and low power in 100G links.
Qualified through a rigorous process with advanced equipment to ensure high quality and reliability. Tests include Optical Spectrum Test, Eye Pattern Test (Mask Margin >20%), and Bit Error Rate Test (BER 1E-12).
The 100GBASE-SR BiDi QSFP28 transceiver is compatible with various series of modules, switches, routers, servers, and network interface cards (NICs).