Cisco QDD-2X100-SR4-S Compatible 200G QSFP-DD Transceiver Module
This Cisco QDD-2X100-SR4-S compatible transceiver provides 200G connectivity in a hot-swappable QSFP-DD package. Its optical design operates at 850nm for up to 100m, using MPO-24/UPC. Complete parameters and related OEM references help project teams keep OEM references, delivery records and port schedules aligned.
OEM Part Number: QDD-2X100-SR4-SHT Part Number: QDD-SR4-2X100G
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Cisco QDD-2X100-SR4-S
- 200G connectivity at 206.24Gbps(8x 25.78Gbps)
- Optical wavelength: 850nm
- Specified reach: 100m
- MPO-24/UPC / MMF interface
- Digital diagnostic monitoring: Supported
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
Specifications
| Cisco Compatible | QDD-2X100-SR4-S |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| HT Part Number | QDD-SR4-2X100G |
| Form Factor | QSFP-DD |
| Max. Data Rate | 206.24Gbps(8x 25.78Gbps) |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Max. Cable Distance | 100m |
| Connector | MPO-24/UPC |
| Media | MMF |
| Transmitter Type | VCSEL |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| TX Power | -8.4~2.4dBm |
| Minimum Receiver Power | -10.3dBm |
| Power Budget | 1.9dB |
| Receiver Overload | 3.4dBm |
| Max. Power Consumption | 4.5W |
| Extinction Ratio | ＞2dB |
| DDM/DOM | Supported |
| Commercial Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Modulation (Electrical) | 8x25G-NRZ |
| Modulation (Optical) | 8x25G-NRZ |
| CDR (Clock and Data Recovery) | TX & RX Built-in CDR |
| Inbuilt FEC | No |
| Protocols | IEEE 802.3bm, QSFP-DD MSA Compliant, CMIS 4.0 |
Project Documentation and Traceability
Large deployments are easier to audit when the order code, optical standard and endpoint record agree. Keep the OEM reference in the compatibility document and the HT part number on the packing list. Labels and carton groups can be arranged by rack or port plan so installers need not identify modules by appearance. For this model, the principal parameters are data rate 206.24Gbps(8x 25.78Gbps), wavelength 850nm, rated reach 100m.
Cisco Compatibility and Factory Testing
Factory verification starts with the expected QDD-2X100-SR4-S identity and finishes with an operating host link. EEPROM data, diagnostic visibility and the stated optical parameters are assessed together. Equipment model, hardware revision and software release can be reviewed before dispatch where platform behavior is uncertain.
Applications and Optical Link Design
Typical deployments include switch-to-switch, switch-to-server and aggregation links inside a data hall or between adjacent equipment rooms. The MPO-24/UPC interface connects to the specified multimode cabling, and the stated reach depends on fiber grade and link loss. Keep this interface on the matching multimode optical standard rather than connecting it directly to a single-mode wavelength or reach variant.
Before deployment, check the host port type, supported data rate and firmware requirements. The 200G interface configuration must match the remote equipment; sharing a QSFP-DD housing alone does not make two transceiver types interoperable.
For this multimode module, confirm fiber grade, modal bandwidth and total loss before commissioning. The 100m figure applies only under suitable cabling conditions. Inspect every MPO-24/UPC mating point and match the remote optical standard.
Optical Acceptance, Diagnostics and Handling
For this model, the specified transmit-power range is -8.4~2.4dBm; the stated optical power budget is 1.9dB. Digital diagnostics make later maintenance easier when baseline values are captured at installation. Save the initial readings with the port and OEM reference, then investigate meaningful changes rather than reacting to a single transient value. Diagnostic support depends on the host as well as the module, so unavailable fields should be confirmed with the platform documentation. Diagnostic monitoring is listed as Supported. Before every insertion, keep dust caps in place until the patch lead is ready, avoid touching the optical end face and use an appropriate inspection and cleaning procedure. Do not look into an active optical interface.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Cisco transceiver?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies QDD-2X100-SR4-S, not an original Cisco-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use MPO-24/UPC with MMF. The specified maximum reach is 100m, subject to fiber quality and total link loss.
Can it be mixed with another wavelength or reach version?
Only when the two ends share the same optical standard, wavelength plan and supported data rate. Check the exact part numbers and link budget rather than relying only on the module form factor.
Ordering Information
Use QDD-2X100-SR4-S as the compatibility cross-reference and QDD-SR4-2X100G as the HT ordering identity. Keep other reaches or wavelength directions on separate order lines. Neutral labels, customer packaging and project-specific compatibility review are available on request.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, with production lead times confirmed for larger quantities. International courier, air freight and sea freight are available; customer courier accounts and nominated forwarders are accepted.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Before packing, the module receives interface inspection, identification and link checks. Protective packaging avoids pressure on the connector and latch. Customer references, rack groups and project packing lists can be added for volume orders.
