CBO QSFP28 100G CWDM4 Transceiver for F5 Networks QSFP28-100G-CWDM4-F5-BO

CBO QSFP28 100G CWDM4 Transceiver for F5 Networks QSFP28-100G-CWDM4-F5-BO is a hot-pluggable optical module designed for 100 Gigabit Ethernet links using coarse wavelength division multiplexing (CWDM4). The module fits QSFP28 ports and provides four CWDM wavelength channels to enable cost-effective high-density connectivity for data center and metro applications. It is compatible with systems that accept QSFP28 CWDM4 transceivers and is intended for aggregation, spine-leaf switching, and long-reach uplink connections where CWDM4 wavelength separation is required.

Advantages

The transceiver supports 100 Gbps line rate in a compact QSFP28 form factor and is hot-pluggable for easy installation and replacement without powering down equipment. Using CWDM4 wavelength multiplexing reduces fiber cabling complexity while enabling longer reach compared to some short-reach optics. The module is engineered to provide stable optical transmission, interoperability with compatible F5 Networks QSFP28 ports, and predictable performance for high-density environments.

Suitable for

• Data center aggregation and spine-leaf switching
• Long-reach uplinks between switches and routers
• Metro connectivity where CWDM4 wavelength separation is used
• High-density rack deployments requiring QSFP28 optical interfaces

Key specifications

• Form factor: QSFP28
• Data rate: 100 Gigabit Ethernet
• Wavelength technology: CWDM4 (four CWDM channels)
• Optical interface: single-mode fiber
• Connector type: LC duplex (typically using a CWDM Mux/Demux or paired fibers as required)
• Hot-pluggable: yes
• Typical use: aggregation, uplinks, spine-leaf interconnects

How to use

Install the QSFP28 module into a compatible QSFP28 slot on your network device while the device is powered on; the hot-pluggable design allows insertion and removal without system shutdown. Attach appropriate single-mode fiber cabling and, if required by your link design, a CWDM multiplexing/demultiplexing unit to combine or separate the four wavelengths. Verify link parameters and module status via the host device management interface and monitor optical power and error statistics to ensure a stable connection.

Recommendations

Use certified single-mode fiber and follow transceiver manufacturer guidelines for maximum reach and optical power budgets. Ensure host device compatibility with QSFP28 CWDM4 modules and verify firmware or compatibility lists where applicable. For best results in high-density environments, plan fiber pathways and CWDM mux/demux placement to minimize insertion loss and maintain sufficient signal margin.