Arista Networks QSFP-40G-PLR4 Compatible 40G QSFP+ PLR4 Transceiver Module
Built for hosts recognizing QSFP-40G-PLR4, this HT-manufactured QSFP+ module delivers 40G transmission at 1310nm. Its rated reach is 10km, with MTP/MPO-12 Male as the physical interface. The specifications and engineering guidance below support project teams keep OEM references, delivery records and port schedules aligned, while keeping HT manufacture separate from the OEM cross-reference.
OEM Part Number: QSFP-40G-PLR4HT Part Number: QSFP-PLR4-40G
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Arista Networks QSFP-40G-PLR4
- 40G connectivity at 44.4Gbps (4x 11.1Gbps)
- Optical wavelength: 1310nm
- Specified reach: 10km
- MTP/MPO-12 Male / SMF interface
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
- Factory compatibility verification and optical performance testing before shipment
Specifications
| Arista Compatible | QSFP-40G-PLR4 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| HT Part Number | QSFP-PLR4-40G |
| Form Factor | QSFP+ |
| Max. Data Rate | 44.4Gbps (4x 11.1Gbps) |
| Wavelength | 1310nm |
| Max. Transmission Distance | 10km |
| Connector | MTP/MPO-12 Male |
| Media | SMF |
| Transimitter Type | 4x DFB |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| TX Power | -6~-1dBm |
| Receiver Sensitivity | <-14.4dBm |
| Power Budget | 8.4dB |
| Receiver Overload | 0.5dBm |
| Max. Power Consumption | ≤2.5W |
| Core Size | 9um |
| Extinction Ratio | >4.5dB |
| Modulation | NRZ |
| Host FEC | Supported |
| Bit Error Ratio (BER) | 1E-12 |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | 40G Ethernet, MSA Compliant |
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 44.4Gbps (4x 11.1Gbps), wavelength 1310nm, rated reach 10km.
Arista Networks Compatibility and Factory Testing
The module is checked for host recognition as QSFP-40G-PLR4, link establishment and diagnostic reporting. Physical cage fit alone is not treated as evidence of compatibility. Equipment model, hardware revision and software release can be reviewed before dispatch where platform behavior is uncertain.
Applications and Optical Link Design
Use this module for equipment interconnection over the specified single-mode fiber plant, including enterprise backbone, campus, metro or data-center interconnect links according to its rated distance. Confirm that both ends use the same optical standard and wavelength plan, and allow for connector, splice and patch-panel loss within the stated power budget.
Before deployment, check the host port type, supported data rate and firmware requirements. The 40G interface configuration must match the remote equipment; sharing a QSFP+ housing alone does not make two transceiver types interoperable.
Before commissioning, measure the complete single-mode channel against the stated budget for 10km. Inspect every MTP/MPO-12 Male connection and record diagnostic power where supported. Both ends must agree on rate, wavelength and optical standard.
Optical Acceptance, Diagnostics and Handling
For this model, the specified transmit-power range is -6~-1dBm; receiver sensitivity is <-14.4dBm; the stated optical power budget is 8.4dB. A sound acceptance record includes link state, diagnostic temperature, supply voltage and transmit or receive levels where the host exposes them. Compare the readings with the stated ranges rather than treating any received light as proof of adequate margin. Persistent alarms or borderline values should trigger an end-face and complete-channel inspection. 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 Arista Networks transceiver?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies QSFP-40G-PLR4, not an original Arista Networks-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use MTP/MPO-12 Male with SMF. The specified maximum reach is 10km, 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 QSFP-40G-PLR4 as the compatibility cross-reference and QSFP-PLR4-40G 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.
