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100G QSFP28 SR4 100m Transceiver

By C-LIGHT Marketing 丨 Jul 8, 2025
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    100G QSFP28 SR4 100m optical transceiver is a QSFP28 form-factor module delivering 100Gbps Ethernet over OM4 multimode fiber for up to 100 meters. Utilizing 4×25G NRZ parallel optics and VCSEL laser technology, it provides a cost-efficient solution for high-density, short-reach data center interconnects.


    Product Features:

    100G-QSFP28-SR4-100m-Transceiver●4 x 25.78125Gbps electrical interface

    ●MTP/MPO optical connector

    ●QSFP28 MSA compliant

    ●Four independent full-duplex channels

    ●103. 125Gbps aggregate bit rate

    ●Digital Diagnostic Monitoring

    ●Link length of 70m over OM3 Multi-mode Fiber or 100m over OM4 Multi-mode Fiber

    ●Single +3.3V power supply

    ●Operating case temperature from 0℃~70℃

    ●Low power consumption < 2.5W

    ●RoHS-6 compliant


    Applications

    ●In-Rack Equipment Interconnect

    ●High-Density Server to TOR (Top-of-Rack) Connections

    ●Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI) Cluster Node Links

    ●Enterprise Core Switch Stacking & Interconnects

    ●High-Performance Computing (HPC) Node Clustering

    ●Cloud Resource Pool Interconnects


    Data Sheet
    100G-QSFP28-SR4-Transceiver.pdf


    100G QSFP28 SR4 100m Transceiver FAQ

    Q1: What is a 100G QSFP28 SR4 100m transceiver?

    A 100G QSFP28 SR4 100m transceiver is a high-speed optical module designed for 100GbE transmission over OM3/OM4 multimode fiber. Using 850nm VCSEL technology, it delivers reliable 100Gbps connectivity up to 100m.

    Key features include:

    • 100Gbps data rate

    • 850nm VCSEL technology

    • Up to 100m over OM4 MMF

    • MPO/MTP connector

    • QSFP28 hot-pluggable form factor

    It is ideal for AI data centers, cloud computing, HPC, and enterprise networks.

    Q2: How does a 100G QSFP28 SR4 transceiver work?

    The module converts electrical signals into 4×25G NRZ optical channels, transmitting them over parallel multimode fiber through an MPO/MTP connector. This architecture provides low latency and high bandwidth for short-reach data center interconnects.

    Q3: What are the key features of the C-LIGHT 100G QSFP28 SR4 100m transceiver?

    The C-LIGHT module is designed for reliable short-reach 100G networking.

    Key features include:

    • 100Gbps Ethernet transmission

    • Up to 100m over OM4 MMF

    • 4×25G NRZ channels

    • MPO/MTP optical interface

    • QSFP28 MSA compliant

    • Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM)

    • Power consumption <2.5W

    These features provide stable, energy-efficient optical connectivity for modern data centers.

    Q4: What are the advantages of a 100G QSFP28 SR4 transceiver?

    Compared with lower-speed optical modules, it offers:

    • Higher bandwidth

    • Ultra-low latency

    • Low power consumption

    • High port density

    • Cost-effective multimode deployment

    It is an efficient solution for short-distance 100G optical links.

    Q5: Where are 100G QSFP28 SR4 transceivers commonly used?

    These modules are widely deployed in high-speed data center networks.

    Typical applications include:

    • AI data centers

    • Cloud computing

    • High-Performance Computing (HPC)

    • Spine-Leaf architectures

    • Top-of-Rack (ToR) switching

    • Enterprise data centers

    These applications require reliable 100Gbps transmission over distances up to 100m.

    Q6: Why choose a 100G QSFP28 SR4 instead of a 100G CWDM4 module?

    A 100G SR4 module uses multimode fiber with an MPO/MTP connector for links up to 100m, while a 100G CWDM4 module uses single-mode fiber with duplex LC connectors for distances up to 2km.

    Its advantages include:

    • Lower deployment cost

    • Ideal for short-reach links

    • High-density MPO cabling

    • Low latency

    • Broad compatibility

    It is ideal for switch-to-switch and server interconnects inside data centers.

    Q7: How do you choose the right 100G QSFP28 SR4 transceiver?

    When selecting a 100G SR4 module, consider:

    • Transmission distance

    • Fiber type (OM3/OM4)

    • Connector type

    • Switch compatibility

    • Power consumption

    • Operating temperature

    Choosing the right module ensures reliable performance and future network scalability.

    Q8: Why choose the C-LIGHT 100G QSFP28 SR4 100m transceiver?

    The C-LIGHT 100G QSFP28 SR4 combines high bandwidth, low power consumption, and reliable 100m multimode transmission in a compact QSFP28 package.

    It provides:

    • 100Gbps bandwidth

    • Up to 100m over OM4

    • 850nm VCSEL technology

    • Power consumption <2.5W

    • Broad platform compatibility

    It is an ideal solution for AI data centers, HPC clusters, cloud computing, and enterprise Ethernet networks.

    For any questions, please contact us by email or WhatsApp.

    Email: sales@c-light.com

    WhatsApp: +86 132 6656 7067

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