Ciena 160-9603-900 400G-LR4 QSFP-DD 1310nm 10km SMF LC Transceiver Module The Ciena 160-9603-900 is a high-performance 400GBASE-LR4 QSFP-DD optical transceiver, designed for 10km transmission over single-mode fiber. Operating at 1310nm, it supports 400Gbps (4×100Gbps) signaling for long-reach data center interconnections and metro core network applications. This module features an LC duplex connector, full DDM/DOM monitoring, and is optimized for use with Ciena’s 800G/400G optical transport platforms. It meets IEEE 802.3ck and QSFP-DD MSA standards, ensuring interoperability with compatible equipment.
Model Number
400GBASE-LR4+ QSFP-DD
Ciena Part Number
160-9603-900
Transmission Distance
Up to10km
Fiber Type
Single-Mode Fiber (SMF)
Operating Temperature
0°C ~ 70°C
Country of Origin
Taiwan China
Typical Applications
- 400G Long-Reach Data Center Interconnections (DCI)
- Metro Core/Backbone Network 400G Transport
- Ciena 800G/400G Optical Transport Platforms
- High-Speed 400G Ethernet Switch/Router Expansion
- 400GBASE-LR4 Standard Compliant Deployments
Product Highlights
1. High-Speed 400G Long-Reach Single-Mode Transmission - Fully compliant with IEEE 802.3bs 400GBASE-LR4 industry standard, delivering stable 400Gbps wire-speed transmission over standard G.652 single-mode fiber.
- Adopts 4-lane 100G CWDM parallel optical architecture with 1310nm band wavelength division design, providing robust signal integrity with low attenuation.
- Supports a maximum transmission distance of 10km over single-mode fiber, perfectly covering data center interconnection, campus core links, and metro optical transport scenarios.
- Duplex LC dual-fiber interface design eliminates the need for complex parallel ribbon cabling, greatly simplifying on-site wiring and later operation and maintenance.
2. Standard QSFP-DD High-Density Package & Strong Compatibility
- Adopts the industry-standard QSFP-DD (Double Density) hot-swappable package specification, featuring compact size, high port density, and outstanding heat dissipation performance.
- Backward compatible with mainstream 400G switching and routing platforms, natively adapted to Ciena 8100, 8300 series optical transmission and routing equipment.
- Supports hot plug-and-play, enabling non-stop module replacement and capacity expansion, effectively reducing network maintenance risks and business interruption time.
- Optimized power consumption design adapts to high-density cabinet deployment, lowering overall rack heat load and long-term OPEX.
3. Complete Monitoring Function & Global Compliance Certification
- Built-in comprehensive DOM digital optical monitoring function, real-time collecting and uploading key operating data including TX optical power, RX optical power, operating temperature, supply voltage and laser bias current.
- Supports remote fault diagnosis, link quality evaluation and early risk warning, helping operators achieve refined intelligent O&M management.
- Certified with IEC 60825-1 Class 1 laser safety, 21CFR 1040.10, RoHS and CE standards, meeting global commercial data center and carrier network deployment specifications.
- Undergoes strict aging, temperature cycle and vibration tests at the factory to ensure long-term stable operation in 0℃～70℃ commercial temperature environment.