Ciena 160-9433-900 100GBASE-LR1 QSFP28 Transceiver 1310nm 10km SMF LC

Ciena 160-9433-900 100GBASE-LR1 QSFP28 Transceiver 1310nm 10km SMF LC

The Ciena 160-9433-900 is a high-performance 100GBASE-LR1 QSFP28 optical transceiver designed specifically for long-distance transmission over single-mode fiber up to 10 kilometers. This module utilizes PAM4 modulation at a single wavelength of 1310nm, delivering 100Gbps bandwidth through simplified cabling and fully complying with the IEEE 802.3cd standard. With its hot-pluggable QSFP28 form factor, low power consumption, and comprehensive DDM/DOM diagnostic capabilities, it is ideal for data center interconnects, metropolitan area network backhaul, and high-density 100G port expansion.

Typical Applications

• 100G Data Center Interconnection (DCI)
• 100G Metro/Access Network Backhaul
• High-Density 100G Router/Switch Port Expansion
• 100G Enterprise Campus Backbone
• 100G Single-Wavelength Long-Haul Links

1. High-Efficiency Single-Wavelength 100G Transmission

• 100GBASE-LR1 IEEE 802.3cd Compliant: Delivers 100Gbps aggregate bandwidth via a single 1310nm PAM4-modulated optical channel, achieving industry-leading spectral efficiency
• 10km Long-Reach Performance: Optimized for G.652/G.653 single-mode fiber (SMF), supporting reliable 10km transmission for data center interconnect (DCI), campus backbone, and metro access links
• 4x25G Electrical Interface: Aggregates 4 independent 25Gbps electrical lanes into a single optical stream, ensuring backward compatibility with existing 25G infrastructure

2. Enterprise-Grade Reliability & Signal Integrity

• High-Performance EML Laser & PIN Receiver: Electro-absorption modulated laser (EML) provides exceptional signal stability and reach, while high-sensitivity PIN receivers ensure robust optical detection
• Integrated FEC Support: Forward Error Correction (FEC) significantly improves signal integrity over long distances, reducing bit error rates (BER) for mission-critical applications
• Industrial-Grade Component Design: Operates stably across a wide 0°C to 70°C temperature range, maintaining performance in harsh data center and outdoor environments

3. Proactive Network Management & Interoperability

• Integrated Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM/DMI): Real-time monitoring of transmit power, receive power, module temperature, supply voltage, and laser bias current for proactive fault detection and maintenance
• QSFP28 MSA-Compliant Form Factor: Hot-pluggable, compact design for maximum port density in high-density routers, switches, and transport platforms
• Duplex LC Optical Interface: Fully compatible with standard single-mode fiber cabling infrastructure, eliminating the need for MPO ribbon cables and reducing deployment costs

4. Cost-Effective Scalability & Low Power Consumption

• Future-Proof 100G Solution: Enables smooth migration from 10G/40G networks to 100G backbone infrastructure without full hardware replacement
• Low-Power Design: Industry-leading power efficiency minimizes operational costs and heat generation in high-density data center racks, lowering total cost of ownership (TCO)
• Ciena Certified: Rigorously tested for seamless interoperability with Ciena’s Waveserver, 6500, 8100, and other core networking hardware, ensuring plug-and-play deployment