Brocade AFBR-89CEHZ Compatible 100G QSFP28 SR4 Transceiver Module
The AFBR-89CEHZ compatible module serves equipment requiring a 100G QSFP28 interface with 850nm optics and a 100m rating. Connection is through MPO-12. Product data, application guidance and factory verification are presented together to support field technicians install, maintain and identify the exact compatible module.
OEM Part Number: AFBR-89CEHZHT Part Number: QSFP-SR4-100GM
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Brocade AFBR-89CEHZ
- 100G connectivity at Dual Rate 103.1Gbps and 112Gbps
- Optical wavelength: 850nm
- Specified reach: 100m
- MPO-12 / MMF interface
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C
- Factory compatibility verification and optical performance testing before shipment
Specifications
| Brocade Compatible | AFBR-89CEHZ |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| HT Part Number | QSFP-SR4-100GM |
| Form Factor | QSFP28 |
| Max Data Rate | Dual Rate 103.1Gbps and 112Gbps |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Max Cable Distance | 100m |
| Connector | MPO-12 |
| Media | MMF |
| Transmitter Type | VCSEL |
| Receiver Type | VCSEL |
| TX Power | -8.4~2.4 dBm |
| Receiver Sensitivity | ＜-10.3 dBm |
| Power Budget | 1.9dB |
| Receiver Overload | 2.4 dBm |
| Power Consumption | ＜2.5W |
| Extinction Ratio | ＞2 dB |
| DOM | Supported |
| Commercial Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C |
| Modulation (Electrical) | 4x 25G-NRZ |
| Modulation (Optical) | 4x 25G-NRZ |
| Protocols | IEEE Std 802.3-2018, FC-PI-6P, SFF-8665, SFF-8636, SFF-8679 |
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 Dual Rate 103.1Gbps and 112Gbps, wavelength 850nm, rated reach 100m.
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 MPO-12 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 100G interface configuration must match the remote equipment; sharing a QSFP28 housing alone does not make two transceiver types interoperable.
The multimode channel should use the fiber grade associated with the stated 100m reach. Keep the MPO-12 end faces clean and avoid tight bends. Different multimode standards are not interchangeable merely because they share a connector.
Optical Acceptance, Diagnostics and Handling
For this model, the specified transmit-power range is -8.4~2.4 dBm; receiver sensitivity is ＜-10.3 dBm; the stated optical power budget is 1.9dB. 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. Diagnostic monitoring is listed as Supported. 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 AFBR-89CEHZ 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
Factory verification starts with the expected AFBR-89CEHZ 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Brocade transceiver?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies AFBR-89CEHZ, not an original Brocade-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use MPO-12 with MMF. The specified maximum reach is 100m, 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 QSFP-SR4-100GM together with OEM reference AFBR-89CEHZ 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.
