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AXIOM MEMORY QSFP-40G-LR4-AX Axiom 40GBASE-LR4 QSFP+ Transceiver for Cisco - Single-mode LC Fiber - 40 Gbit/s - 10 km
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This transceiver operates on the 40GBase-LR4 standard, utilizing wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) to achieve 40 Gbit/s throughput over a single fiber pair. It is optimized for single-mode fiber, which minimizes signal loss and supports long-haul transmissions essential for backbone and inter-building links.
The module integrates advanced optics to maintain high data integrity, reducing latency and packet loss in demanding network scenarios. Its design focuses on efficient power consumption, aligning with modern data center energy management practices.
Key Product Advantages
The Axiom QSFP-40G-LR4-AX offers distinct advantages for network deployments requiring high bandwidth and extended reach. Its compatibility with Cisco systems ensures seamless integration into existing infrastructures without vendor lock-in concerns.
Long-Distance Performance
Supports transmissions up to 10 km on single-mode fiber, ideal for campus networks and data center interconnects.
- Reduces signal degradation over distance
- Enables flexible network topology planning
High-Speed Connectivity
Delivers 40 Gbit/s data rates, accommodating bandwidth-heavy applications like virtualization, storage networking, and high-performance computing.
- Minimizes network bottlenecks
- Supports future-proof infrastructure scaling
Deployment / Use Cases
This transceiver is suited for scenarios demanding reliable, high-speed fiber connectivity. It serves as a critical component in upgrading network backbones to 40 Gigabit Ethernet, enhancing overall network capacity and performance.
Common deployments include linking switches and routers in data centers, connecting buildings across campuses, and supporting high-bandwidth applications such as video streaming, large data transfers, and cloud services. Its single-mode fiber compatibility makes it effective for long-distance links where signal integrity is paramount.
Data Center Interconnects
Use to connect core switches or routers within and between data centers, ensuring low-latency, high-throughput communication for server clusters and storage arrays.
Enterprise Backbone Upgrades
Deploy in enterprise networks to modernize backbone links, supporting increased user traffic and application demands without requiring complete infrastructure overhaul.
Highlights
- 40 Gigabit Ethernet speed for high-bandwidth network applications
- Single-mode LC fiber support with 10 km maximum distance
- MSA compliant for broad compatibility with QSFP+ ports
- Designed for Cisco-compatible networking environments
- Lifetime warranty for long-term reliability assurance
- Optimized power efficiency to reduce operational costs
- Ideal for data center and enterprise backbone deployments
- Supports wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) technology
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | QSFP-40G-LR4-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Model | QSFP-40G-LR4-AX |
| Product Name | 40GBASE-LR4 QSFP+ Transceiver for Cisco - QSFP-40G-LR4 |
| Product Type | QSFP+ |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Optical Network,Data Networking |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 1 |
| Connector Type | LC |
| Interfaces/Ports Details | 1 x LC 40GBase-LR4 Network |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Fiber Mode Supported | Single-mode |
| Ethernet Technology | 40 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 40GBase-LR4 |
| Maximum Distance Supported | 10 km |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 40 Gbit/s |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | MSA Compliant |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What is the maximum distance this transceiver supports?
The Axiom QSFP-40G-LR4-AX supports a maximum distance of 10 kilometers over single-mode fiber. This makes it suitable for long-haul connections in campus networks, data center interconnects, or between buildings, ensuring reliable data transmission without significant signal loss.
Is this transceiver compatible with Cisco equipment?
Yes, this transceiver is designed for Cisco-compatible networking environments. It is MSA compliant, which ensures interoperability with standard QSFP+ ports found in Cisco switches and routers, allowing seamless integration into existing network infrastructures without compatibility issues.
What type of fiber cable does this transceiver require?
This transceiver requires single-mode fiber cables with LC connectors. Single-mode fiber is optimized for long-distance transmissions up to 10 km, providing minimal signal attenuation and high data integrity, which is essential for backbone and high-performance network links.
What is the data transfer rate of this QSFP+ transceiver?
The data transfer rate is 40 Gbit/s, based on the 40GBase-LR4 network technology. This high-speed capability supports bandwidth-intensive applications such as data center networking, virtualization, and large-scale data transfers, helping to eliminate network bottlenecks.