HPE 400G QSFP-DD Optical Transceiver — MPO-12 Single-Mode Fiber 400GbE Module for HPE Data Center & Core Networks

The HPE QSFP-DD Module is engineered to empower modern data networks with ultra-fast 400 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity while delivering reliability, flexibility, and scalable performance. Designed for enterprise and service provider environments, this QSFP-DD transceiver supports high-density layouts, enabling spine-and-leaf deployments, core-backbone links, and high-capacity data paths that demand low latency and consistent throughput. Built with HPE’s renowned quality standards, this module is optimized for demanding data networking workloads and is intended to maximize uptime in data centers where every millisecond of latency matters. With a robust single-mode fiber interface and a wide reach, you can extend your network without compromise, from server racks to the core backbone, all while preserving signal integrity and minimizing error rates. Whether you’re refreshing an existing 400G fabric or deploying a new data center spine tier, this HPE QSFP-DD Module is designed to deliver dependable performance across long-distance links and highly loaded networks.

• High-capacity 400G Ethernet performance: The HPE QSFP-DD Module delivers 400 Gigabit Ethernet in a compact QSFP-DD form factor, enabling dense port configurations and simplified switch integration for data centers that require scalable bandwidth, reduced cabling complexity, and efficient use of rack space.
• Single-mode fiber with MPO-12/MTP interface: Engineered for long-haul applications, this module uses single-mode optical fiber and an MPO-12 (MTP) connector, providing superior signal integrity over multi-kilometer distances and enabling robust backbone connections in enterprise and service provider networks.
• Long reach up to 2000 meters (6561.68 ft): Ideal for core, aggregation, and data-center interconnects, the module supports extended reach to connect disparate data centers or remote sites while preserving high data rates and low dispersion.
• Rugged, data-center-grade reliability: Built to endure the rigors of 24/7 operation, this module features HPE-grade engineering, strict quality controls, and industry-standard thermal and mechanical tolerances to minimize downtime and maintenance.
• Hot-pluggable, flexible deployment: The QSFP-DD form factor allows for rapid field upgrades and maintenance without powering down entire systems, enabling seamless capacity upgrades and easier cabling management in busy data centers.

Technical Details of HPE QSFP-DD Module

• Data rate: 400 Gigabit Ethernet (400G) via QSFP-DD interface for high-throughput networking.
• Form factor: QSFP-DD, designed for high-density server and switch ports in data centers.
• Optical fiber type: Single-mode fiber (SMF), optimized for long-reach links with minimal attenuation.
• Fiber connector: MPO-12 (MTP) interface, enabling reliable multi-fiber connections suitable for high-bandwidth interconnects.
• Distance specification: Up to 2000 meters (approximately 6561.68 feet) under specified operating conditions for long-haul links.
• Compatibility: Designed to integrate with HPE data networking gear and support typical enterprise and service-provider deployment scenarios.
• Environment and reliability: Built to withstand data-center conditions with robust materials and manufacturing quality for consistent performance.

How to install HPE QSFP-DD Module

• Power down the host device or ensure maintenance mode if available, following your vendor’s safety guidelines before handling any hot-swappable components.
• Identify an available QSFP-DD slot in your switch, router, or optical shelf that supports 400G modules, ensuring compatibility with your hardware lineup.
• Remove the protective dust cap from the module if present, taking care not to touch optical contacts or connectors.
• Align the QSFP-DD module with the slot and gently insert until it seats firmly with a detectable click or until the retention mechanism engages.
• Attach the MPO-12 single-mode fiber cable to the module’s MPO-12 interface, ensuring correct polarity and secure ferrule connection to minimize insertion loss.
• Power up the device and verify link status via the chassis or switch management interface. Confirm that the port negotiates correctly to 400G and run basic connectivity tests to validate throughput.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the primary purpose of the HPE QSFP-DD Module? It provides a high-density 400G Ethernet uplink/downlink option for data centers, enabling scalable, long-reach connectivity over single-mode fiber with an MPO-12 interface.
• What kind of fiber and connector does it require? It uses single-mode optical fiber and an MPO-12 (MTP) connector, making it suitable for long-haul links and backbone connections.
• How far can this module reach? The module is rated for up to 2000 meters (approximately 6561.68 feet) under standard operating conditions, ideal for core and inter-data-center links.
• Is this module hot-swappable? Yes. The QSFP-DD form factor is designed for hot-plug capability, allowing maintenance and upgrades with minimal downtime in supported devices.
• Which devices are compatible? It is designed to work with HPE data networking gear and is suitable for deployment in data centers and enterprise networks that support 400G QSFP-DD modules.
• How can I verify proper operation after installation? Use the switch or router management interface to check port status, link negotiation at 400G, and perform basic throughput tests or loopbacks to confirm stability and performance.