Juniper Networks QDD-SR8-800G Compatible 800G QSFP-DD SR8 Transceiver Module 30m on OM3 / 50m on OM4
The QDD-SR8-800G compatible module serves equipment requiring a 800G QSFP-DD interface with 850nm optics and a 30m on OM3 / 50m on OM4 rating. Connection is through MTP/MPO-16 APC. Product data, application guidance and factory verification are presented together to support project teams keep OEM references, delivery records and port schedules aligned.
OEM Part Number: QDD-SR8-800GHT Part Number: QDD-SR8-800G
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Juniper Networks QDD-SR8-800G
- 800G connectivity at 850Gbps (8x 106.25Gbps)
- Optical wavelength: 850nm
- Specified reach: 30m on OM3 / 50m on OM4
- MTP/MPO-16 APC / MMF interface
- Factory compatibility verification and optical performance testing before shipment
Specifications
| HT Part Number | QDD-SR8-800G |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | QSFP-DD |
| Max Data Rate | 850Gbps (8x 106.25Gbps) |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Max Cable Distance | 30m@OM3/50m@OM4 |
| Connector | MTP/MPO-16 APC |
| Cable Type | MMF |
| Transmitter Type | VCSEL |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| TX Power | -4.6-4dBm |
| Minimum Receiver Power | -6.4dBm |
| Power Budget | 1.8dB |
| Receiver Overload | 4dBm |
| Max. Power Consumption | 16W |
| Extinction Ratio | ＞2.5dB |
| Modulation (Electrical) | 8x 100G-PAM4 |
| Modulation (Optical) | 8x 100G-PAM4 |
| Packaging Technology | COB (Chip on Board) Packaging |
| Modulation Format | PAM4 |
| CDR (Clock and Data Recovery) | TX and RX Built-in DSP |
| Inbuilt FEC | No |
| Protocols | QSFP-DD MSA Hardware Rev 7.0, CMIS Rev 5.0, IEEE 802.3df-2024, IEEE 802.3df-2024 |
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 850Gbps (8x 106.25Gbps), wavelength 850nm, rated reach 30m on OM3 / 50m on OM4.
Juniper Networks Compatibility and Factory Testing
Factory verification starts with the expected QDD-SR8-800G 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 MTP/MPO-16 APC 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 800G 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 30m on OM3 / 50m on OM4 figure applies only under suitable cabling conditions. Inspect every MTP/MPO-16 APC mating point and match the remote optical standard.
Optical Acceptance, Diagnostics and Handling
For this model, the specified transmit-power range is -4.6-4dBm; the stated optical power budget is 1.8dB. 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. 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 Juniper Networks transceiver?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies QDD-SR8-800G, not an original Juniper Networks-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use MTP/MPO-16 APC with MMF. The specified maximum reach is 30m on OM3 / 50m on OM4, 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
Quote HT part number QDD-SR8-800G together with OEM reference QDD-SR8-800G and quantity. Add the host model and software release when pre-order verification is required. 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.
