The 100G QSFP28 SR4 optical module is an optical fiber module for high-speed data transmission, which is widely used in data centers and enterprise networks. It supports a transmission rate of 100 Gbps and uses four channels (four fiber channels) for data transmission. The module complies with the IEEE 802.3bm standard and is particularly suitable for environments with high bandwidth requirements, such as cloud computing, data center interconnection, and enterprise-level network construction. By using the standard QSFP28 interface, the 100G SR4 module enables high-density network deployment and is compatible with existing equipment.
How Does the 100G QSFP28 SR4 Optical Module Work?
The working principle of the 100GBASE-SR4 QSFP28 optical module is based on multimode fiber (MMF) and 4x25Gbps data transmission technology. Each channel provides a transmission rate of 25Gbps, and the total bandwidth of 100Gbps is achieved through 4 independent internal transmit and receive fiber channels. The module uses electronic optical conversion technology to convert electrical signals into optical signals, transmit them through multimode optical fibers, and then convert optical signals back into electrical signals through the optoelectronic converter at the receiving end. This 100G transceiver module is usually used for short-distance transmission, with a typical transmission distance of 100 meters (via OM4 optical fiber) or less.
Advantages of 100G SR4 QSFP28
High bandwidth: Cisco QSFP-100G-SR4-S supports a transmission rate of up to 100Gbps, which can meet the needs of modern data centers and enterprise networks for large-scale data transmission.
Low power consumption: Compared with other types of high-speed optical modules, QSFP28 SR4 has relatively low power consumption, which can effectively reduce the heat load of network equipment and improve the stability and service life of equipment.
High-density deployment: The QSFP28 interface allows more modules to be installed in the same space, thereby achieving high-density deployment of network equipment and saving valuable rack space.
Strong compatibility: The module complies with the QSFP28 standard and is widely compatible with network equipment of different brands and types, providing greater flexibility.
Short-distance high performance: Suitable for short-distance high-speed connections within data centers, with very good transmission performance.
Application Scenarios of 100GBASE-SR4 QSFP28
Data center interconnection: With the continuous growth of data traffic, higher bandwidth optical connections are required between data centers. QSFP28 SR4 modules provide high-bandwidth and low-latency transmission, suitable for high-speed connections between data centers.
Cloud computing infrastructure: In cloud computing environments, efficient and reliable data transmission solutions are required. 100G SR4 optical modules can support the data traffic requirements of cloud service providers and ensure high-speed data access and storage services.
High-performance computing (HPC): In applications such as scientific computing and artificial intelligence that require high-speed networks, 100G QSFP28 SR4 can provide sufficient bandwidth support to ensure the smooth completion of computing tasks.
Enterprise network: For large-scale enterprise networks, 100G SR4 optics can provide high-speed connections for data traffic-intensive applications such as big data analysis and video streaming.
FAQs
- What fiber types does the SR4 100G QSFP28 optical module support?
The QSFP28 SR4 optical module supports multimode fiber (MMF), and the common standards are OM3 and OM4 fibers. The maximum transmission distance supported is usually 100 meters.
- What is the difference between the 100G QSFP28 SR4 and other types of QSFP optical modules?
Unlike long-distance modules such as QSFP28 LR4, SR4 is suitable for short-distance transmission and is usually used for connections within a data center or within the same building. It uses multimode fiber, while LR4 uses single-mode fiber and is suitable for transmission distances of more than 10 kilometers.
- How to choose a suitable optical module?
When selecting an optical module, you need to choose it based on factors such as the bandwidth requirements of the network, transmission distance, and fiber type. If high-bandwidth transmission is required over a short distance, the 100G QSFP28 SR4 is an ideal choice. If the transmission distance is longer, you may need to choose a long-distance version (such as QSFP28 LR4).
4.Is the installation of 100G QSFP28 SR4 optical module complicated?
The installation process of 100G SR4 QSFP28 optical module is usually simple. You only need to insert the module into the slot of a switch or router that supports QSFP28 interface and connect the appropriate optical fiber.
