Brocade QSFP-SR4-40G-I Compatible 40G QSFP+ SR4 Transceiver Module
The QSFP-SR4-40G-I compatible module serves equipment requiring a 40G QSFP+ interface with 850nm optics and a 150m on OM4 / 100m on OM3 rating. Connection is through MTP/MPO-12 Male. 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: QSFP-SR4-40G-IHT Part Number: QSFP-SR4-40G-I
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Brocade QSFP-SR4-40G-I
- 40G connectivity at 41.25Gbps (4x 10.3125Gbps)
- Optical wavelength: 850nm
- Specified reach: 150m on OM4 / 100m on OM3
- MTP/MPO-12 Male / MMF interface
- Operating temperature: -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
- Factory compatibility verification and optical performance testing before shipment
Specifications
| HT Part Number | QSFP-SR4-40G-I |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | QSFP+ |
| Max. Data Rate | 41.25Gbps (4x 10.3125Gbps) |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Max. Transmission Distance | 150m@OM4/100m@OM3 |
| Connector | MTP/MPO-12 Male |
| Media | MMF |
| Transmitter Type | VCSEL |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| TX Power | -7.6~2.4dBm |
| Receiver Sensitivity | ＜-9.5dBm |
| Power Budget | 1.9dB |
| Receiver Overload | 2.4dBm |
| Max. Power Consumption | ≤1.5W |
| Extinction Ratio | >3dB |
| Host FEC | Supported |
| Bit Error Ratio (BER) | 1E-12 |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F) |
| Protocols | IEEE 802.3ba, QSFP+ MSA, SFF-8436 |
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 41.25Gbps (4x 10.3125Gbps), wavelength 850nm, rated reach 150m on OM4 / 100m on OM3.
Brocade Compatibility and Factory Testing
Factory verification starts with the expected QSFP-SR4-40G-I 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-12 Male 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.
The industrial temperature rating makes this version appropriate for controlled outdoor cabinets, transport nodes and other installations exposed to wider ambient temperature variation. Adequate airflow, protected cable routing and host-platform temperature limits still apply.
For this multimode module, confirm fiber grade, modal bandwidth and total loss before commissioning. The 150m on OM4 / 100m on OM3 figure applies only under suitable cabling conditions. Inspect every MTP/MPO-12 Male mating point and match the remote optical standard.
Optical Acceptance, Diagnostics and Handling
For this model, the specified transmit-power range is -7.6~2.4dBm; receiver sensitivity is ＜-9.5dBm; 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. 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 Brocade transceiver?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies QSFP-SR4-40G-I, not an original Brocade-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use MTP/MPO-12 Male with MMF. The specified maximum reach is 150m on OM4 / 100m on OM3, 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
When ordering, specify QSFP-SR4-40G-I, QSFP-SR4-40G-I, quantity and intended host platform. Project labels can repeat these details for receiving and asset records. 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
Quality control covers the optical or electrical interface, host identification and operating link. The verified unit is then individually protected and cartoned. Customer references, rack groups and project packing lists can be added for volume orders.
