HPE
HPE 100Gb QSFP28 MPO SR4 Transceiver
Best high-speed transceiver for scaling modern data center network infrastructure.
Boost your data center's speed and efficiency with this HPE 100Gb QSFP28 Transceiver. Designed to significantly lower your cost per bit, it addresses escalating bandwidth demands by reducing port density and hardware needs, thereby cutting capital and operational expenses. When used with multi-mode fiber and the MPO connector, it supports robust connections up to 100 meters, ensuring high performance for your modern networking infrastructure.
$3444.12
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
630
/ 2621
#630 in Repeaters & Transceivers
Price vs Category Average
+251%
Above average
Data Rate
100
/ Gigabit Ethernet
Who it's for
- Enterprise IT teams managing massive data loads
- Network administrators requiring guaranteed hardware reliability and support
- Data center managers optimizing high-density rack connections
Who should skip it
- Facilities currently relying on single-mode or duplex LC infrastructure
- Budget-conscious organizations seeking cost-effective networking solutions
- Engineers planning long-distance campus or metro fiber links
Performance breakdown
Data Throughput
Delivers consistent 100Gbps speeds for demanding high-bandwidth enterprise environments.
Signal Integrity
Maintains a remarkably low bit-error rate for stable, reliable data transmission.
Reach Efficiency
Optimized for short-range data center connectivity up to 100 meters.
Hardware Compatibility
Seamless integration with HPE infrastructure ensures plug-and-play reliability.
Power Efficiency
Operates at standard voltage levels to minimize overall data center heat.
Build Quality
Robust construction designed to withstand the rigors of continuous enterprise operation.
Key Specs
Data Rate
100 Gigabit Ethernet
Network Technology
100GBase-SR4
Product Type
QSFP28 Transceiver
Connector Type
MPO
Maximum Range
100m on OM4 multimode fiber
Power Supply Voltage
3.3 V
Model Number
845966-B21
Warranty
Limited 1 Year
Features
- Four 25 Gb optical lanes for high throughput
- MPO connector for multi-mode fiber
- Supports up to 100m on OM4 fiber
- Achieves very low Bit-error Rate (BER)
- Engineered for 100 Gigabit Ethernet speeds
- Operates on a 3.3 V power supply
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the HPE 100Gb QSFP28 transceiver for its exceptional reliability and guaranteed compatibility within HPE and Aruba networks. Network professionals view this module as a mission-critical component where stability is paramount. Users report easy plug and play installation, noting the module immediately establishes stable, high-throughput 100Gb connections without performance issues common with other optics. Signal integrity and low latency consistently meet demanding application needs. While the premium price is a consideration for some, the flawless operational performance and guaranteed uptime make this transceiver the gold standard for environments where network stability cannot be compromised.
Know before you buy
This transceiver is designed for use with multi-mode fiber optic cables. It utilizes an MPO connector interface to support high-speed data transmission.
When paired with OM4 multi-mode fiber, this transceiver supports a maximum distance of 100 meters. It is optimized for short-range, high-bandwidth connections within a data center environment.
No, this specific model is engineered exclusively for 100 Gigabit Ethernet speeds. It operates using four 25 Gb optical lanes to achieve its total 100 Gbps throughput.
Yes, this is a standard QSFP28 form factor transceiver. It is designed to fit into any standard QSFP28 port on your networking hardware that supports the 100GBase-SR4 standard.
This transceiver operates on a standard 3.3 V power supply. It is designed to be power-efficient, helping to reduce overall operational expenses in your networking infrastructure.
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