Brocade 40G-QSFP-ER4 Compatible 40G QSFP+ ER4 Transceiver Module
Built for hosts recognizing 40G-QSFP-ER4, this HT-manufactured QSFP+ module delivers 40G transmission at 1310nm. Its rated reach is 40km, with Duplex LC as the physical interface. The specifications and engineering guidance below support field technicians install, maintain and identify the exact compatible module, while keeping HT manufacture separate from the OEM cross-reference.
OEM Part Number: 40G-QSFP-ER4HT Part Number: QSFP-ER4-40G
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Brocade 40G-QSFP-ER4
- 40G connectivity at 44.6Gbps (4x 11.2Gbps)
- Optical wavelength: 1310nm
- Specified reach: 40km
- Duplex LC / SMF interface
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
- Factory compatibility verification and optical performance testing before shipment
Specifications
| Brocade Compatible | 40G-QSFP-ER4 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| HT Part Number | QSFP-ER4-40G |
| Form Factor | QSFP+ |
| Max. Data Rate | 44.6Gbps (4x 11.2Gbps) |
| Wavelength | 1310nm |
| Max. Transmission Distance | 40km |
| Connector | Duplex LC |
| Media | SMF |
| Transimitter Type | DFB CWDM |
| Receiver Type | APD |
| TX Power | -2.7~4.5dBm |
| Receiver Sensitivity | <-21.2dBm |
| Power Budget | 18.5dB |
| Receiver Overload | -4.5dBm |
| Max. Power Consumption | ≤3.5W |
| Extinction Ratio | >5.5dB |
| Host FEC | Supported |
| Bit Error Ratio (BER) | 1E-12 |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | OTN OTU3, 40G Ethernet, SATA/SAS3, MSA Compliant |
Field Installation and Maintenance
Inspect the connector and patch lead before installation, then support the fiber without pulling on the module housing. Release the latch properly during maintenance and keep dust protection on unused interfaces. If a module is removed for later use, retain its part-number label and record its original port. For this model, the principal parameters are data rate 44.6Gbps (4x 11.2Gbps), wavelength 1310nm, rated reach 40km.
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 40km. Inspect every Duplex LC 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 -2.7~4.5dBm; receiver sensitivity is <-21.2dBm; the stated optical power budget is 18.5dB. 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.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Each 40G-QSFP-ER4 compatible module is inspected, powered up and functionally checked before protective packing. Dust caps and individual trays shield the interface during transport. Customer references, rack groups and project packing lists can be added for volume orders.
Brocade Compatibility and Factory Testing
The module is checked for host recognition as 40G-QSFP-ER4, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Brocade transceiver?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies 40G-QSFP-ER4, not an original Brocade-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use Duplex LC with SMF. The specified maximum reach is 40km, 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 40G-QSFP-ER4 as the compatibility cross-reference and QSFP-ER4-40G 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.
