Brocade QSFP-4W20-100G-I Compatible 100G QSFP28 4WDM-20 Transceiver Module
Built for hosts recognizing QSFP-4W20-100G-I, this HT-manufactured QSFP28 module delivers 100G transmission at 1310nm. Its rated reach is 20km, 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: QSFP-4W20-100G-IHT Part Number: QSFP-4W20-100G-I
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Brocade QSFP-4W20-100G-I
- 100G connectivity at 103.125Gbps (4x 25.78Gbps)
- Optical wavelength: 1310nm
- Specified reach: 20km
- Duplex LC / SMF interface
- Digital diagnostic monitoring: Supported
- Operating temperature: -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Specifications
| Brocade Compatible | QSFP-4W20-100G-I |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| HT Part Number | QSFP-4W20-100G-I |
| Form Factor | QSFP28 |
| Max Data Rate | 103.125Gbps (4x 25.78Gbps) |
| Wavelength | 1310nm |
| Max Cable Distance | 20km |
| Connector | Duplex LC |
| Media | SMF |
| Transmitter Type | EML |
| Receiver Type | PIN |
| TX Power | -4.3~4.5dBm |
| RX Power | -14.5~4.5dBm |
| Power Budget | 10.2db |
| Extinction Ratio | ＞4dB |
| Power Consumption | <4.5W |
| DDM/DOM | Supported |
| Modulation (Electrical) | 4x 25G-NRZ |
| Modulation (Optical) | 4x 25G-NRZ |
| Packaging Technology | COB (chip on board) Packaging |
| Industrial Temperature Range | -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F) |
| Protocols | QSFP28 MSA,IEEE 802.3-2018,4WDM-20,SFF-8661,SFF-8636 |
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 103.125Gbps (4x 25.78Gbps), wavelength 1310nm, rated reach 20km.
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.
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.
Before commissioning, measure the complete single-mode channel against the stated budget for 20km. 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 -4.3~4.5dBm; the stated optical power budget is 10.2db. 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 QSFP-4W20-100G-I 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 QSFP-4W20-100G-I, 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 QSFP-4W20-100G-I, not an original Brocade-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use Duplex LC with SMF. The specified maximum reach is 20km, 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-4W20-100G-I as the compatibility cross-reference and QSFP-4W20-100G-I 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.
