Fiber optic QSFP28 transceiver CBO 7G17A03540 100G

CBO 7G17A03540 is a fiber optic QSFP28 transceiver designed for 100G Ethernet links. The module uses the QSFP28 form factor to provide a compact, hot-pluggable interface for switches, routers and other network equipment that accept QSFP28 modules. It is intended for high-density environments such as data center uplinks, aggregation layers and backbone connections where reliable 100G optical connectivity is required.

Advantages

The transceiver supports a full 100G data rate in a small QSFP28 package, enabling high-density port deployment without occupying extra chassis space. Hot-pluggability allows replacements or upgrades without powering down equipment. The optical design is suitable for stable long-term use in aggregation and core networking scenarios, simplifying upgrades from lower-speed interfaces to 100G while maintaining compatibility with standard QSFP28 ports.

Suitable for

• Data center uplinks between switches and aggregation devices
• Core and distribution backbone links requiring 100G capacity
• High-density switch ports where space and power efficiency matter
• Hot-swap upgrades from existing lower-speed optics to 100G

Key specifications

• Form factor: QSFP28 compact module
• Data rate: 100 Gbps
• Interface: fiber optic transceiver for multi/parallel fiber links
• Compatibility: designed for equipment with QSFP28 ports
• Hot-pluggable: supports insertion and removal without powering down

How to use

Install the QSFP28 transceiver into a compatible QSFP28 port on your switch or router until it clicks into place. Connect appropriate multi/parallel fiber cables or an MPO/MTP harness as required by your network topology, ensuring correct polarity and connector type. Confirm link status via device management interfaces and monitor optical parameters using standard transceiver diagnostics if available. For hot-swap replacement, remove the existing module using the release mechanism and insert the replacement while monitoring the host device for link reestablishment.

Recommendations

Ensure compatibility with the host device's QSFP28 specifications and firmware. Use certified fiber patch cords and clean connector endfaces before connection. Observe ESD precautions when handling the module and store unused transceivers in antistatic packaging. Verify link parameters after installation and follow vendor guidance for supported optical distances and cable types.