Cisco QSFP28 100G ZR Digital Coherent Optics Module Data Sheet
Cisco ® QSFP28 100G ZR extends 100GbE coherent links from QSFP28 ports reaching up to 80km over dark fiber and up to 300km over amplified Dense Wave Division Multiplexing
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The 100G ZR QSFP28 DCO transceiver supports 100G transmission over distances up to 120km (dispersion limited, optionally extendable to 300km) for edge network applications. On the host side, the module can accommodate IEEE 100GE Ethernet or ITU-T OTN OTU4 signals. The Steelerton DSP is the first purpose-built DSP for 100G ZR applications, optimized for the lowest power. The Cisco QSFP28 100G ZR module expands the portfolio of digital coherent optics (DCO) modules to connect QSFP28. QSFP28 (Quad Small Form-Factor Pluggable 28) is a compact transceiver form factor designed for high-capacity 100G Ethernet. By providing four lanes of 25G, QSFP28 enables a streamlined upgrade path from lower-speed networks, making it a popular choice for scaling data center interconnect (DCI) and. Below, you will find comprehensive module comparisons, realistic market pricing, and precise vendor compatibility protocols to ensure a.
