HP 747698R-B21 MPO connector QSFP+ Transceiver

Product Description

The HP 747698R-B21 MPO connector QSFP+ Transceiver is a high-density, high-performance networking component designed for 40 Gigabit Ethernet (40GbE) applications. The QSFP+ form factor is standard for 40GbE, offering four independent transmit and four independent receive channels, each operating at 10Gbps, to achieve the aggregate 40Gbps bandwidth. This specific transceiver utilizes an MPO connector, which is a compact connector housing multiple fiber strands (typically 12 or 24 fibers). This MPO interface is crucial for parallel optics, where multiple fibers are used simultaneously for transmission and reception, enabling higher bandwidth over shorter distances. This type of transceiver is commonly deployed in data centers for switch-to-switch or switch-to-server connections where high bandwidth is required over relatively short distances. The MPO connector facilitates high-density cabling infrastructure, allowing for more fiber connections within a smaller physical space compared to traditional LC connectors used for single-fiber connections. The 747698R-B21 is designed to be hot-swappable, meaning it can be installed or removed from a compatible network device without interrupting network traffic, ensuring high availability. While the exact reach and fiber type (e.g., multimode OM3/OM4) depend on the specific variant and application, MPO-based QSFP+ transceivers are typically used for 40GbE SR4 (Short Reach) or potentially higher bandwidth applications like 100GbE (using breakout cables). They represent a key technology for scaling network capacity in modern, high-performance computing environments and large-scale data centers.