Network transceiver module BlueOptics 100GB-C01-QSFP28 QSFP28 1 m

BlueOptics 100GB-C01-QSFP28 QSFP28 1 m is a compact network transceiver module engineered for short-reach 100 Gbps links in data centre and enterprise environments. The plug-in QSFP28 form factor provides a standardized electrical interface for high-density aggregation and spine access, while the integrated 1 m cable connects QSFP28 ports directly for reliable, low-latency links between switches, routers and server NICs. The module is intended for installations where space efficiency and simplified cabling are required.

Advantages

This QSFP28 transceiver offers high-bandwidth 100 Gbps transmission in a small, hot-pluggable module that supports straightforward installation into QSFP28-compatible ports. The fixed 1 m cable reduces the need for separate patch cords and can simplify rack-to-rack or switch-to-switch interconnects in tightly packed racks. The standardized QSFP28 interface enables interoperability with a range of network equipment that accepts QSFP28 modules and cables.

Suitable for

• Data centre switch-to-switch uplinks and spine-leaf fabrics
• High-density aggregation in enterprise core and distribution layers
• Direct QSFP28 port connections between switches and network appliances
• Short-reach 100G links within racks or across adjacent racks

Key specifications

• Form factor: QSFP28 plug-in transceiver with integrated cable
• Nominal data rate: 100 Gbps
• Cable length: 1 meter (fixed cable assembly)
• Application: short-reach interconnects for switches, routers and network appliances
• Compatibility: designed for devices with QSFP28 ports supporting 100G links

How to use

Insert the QSFP28 connector into an empty, compatible QSFP28 port on your switch, router or network adapter until it seats securely. Route the 1 m cable to the corresponding QSFP28 port of the remote device and insert the connector. Verify link status and negotiate speed on both devices according to the equipment’s LEDs or management interface. Follow your equipment vendor’s hot-plug and handling procedures to avoid ESD damage and ensure proper alignment when inserting or removing the module.

Usage recommendations

For reliable operation, deploy the module in QSFP28-compatible ports that support 100 Gbps operation and ensure firmware or software settings permit the intended link mode. Maintain bend radius guidelines for the fixed cable and avoid excessive tension. Use in ventilated racks within the equipment’s ambient temperature limits and verify interoperability in mixed-vendor environments during maintenance windows.