The 200G transceiver represents a critical advancement in high-speed optical connectivity, delivering the performance and efficiency needed for modern data centers, cloud networks, and 5G infrastructure. Designed in compact form factors such as QSFP56 and QSFP-DD, these transceivers support 200G Ethernet (IEEE 802.3cd) and provide flexible deployment options for diverse network architectures. Featuring advanced PAM4 modulation technology, 200G transceivers achieve high bandwidth efficiency while maintaining low power consumption. Available in various optical variants—including SR4, DR4, FR4, and LR4—they support transmission distances ranging from 100 meters (multimode fiber) to 10 kilometers (single-mode fiber), making them suitable for both intra-data-center and long-haul applications. These transceivers ensure seamless interoperability with existing 100G infrastructure while enabling smooth migration to higher speeds. With their high port density, reliability, and compliance with industry standards like QSFP-DD MSA and CMIS, 200G transceivers are the ideal solution for enterprises and service providers looking to optimize network performance without compromising scalability or cost-efficiency. Whether deployed in hyperscale data centers, telecom networks, or enterprise IT environments, 200G transceivers deliver the speed, flexibility, and future-proofing needed to meet growing bandwidth demands.
Supports InfiniBand (IB) and Ethernet (ETH) protocols
8-channel 25G-PAM4 electrical modulation
MPO-12/APC fiber connectors for high-density deployment
4-channel 50G-PAM4 optical modulation per port
QSFP-DD/QSFP56 form factor with enhanced thermal design
1310nm EML (SM variant) or 850nm VCSEL (MM variant) lasers
Up to 10km (LR4) or 500m (DR4) transmission distance
Max power consumption: <10W (typical)
Low-power sleep mode (<1W) for energy efficiency
Single 3.3V power supply
Hot-pluggable & RoHS compliant
Class 1 laser safety certified
Compliant with IEEE, QSFP-DD MSA, and QSFP56 MSA standards
CMIS 4.0 management interface for advanced monitoring
Operating temperature: 0°C to +70°C (32°F to 158°F)
200G Ethernet
Data centers Interconnect
High performance computing
Yes, many 200G QSFP56 transceivers support breakout configurations (e.g., 1x200G to 2x100G). Some QSFP-DD models allow aggregation (2x200G to 400G). Compatibility depends on the switch and MSA standards.
Typical power ranges from 5W–10W, with advanced models as low as 8W.
Most 200G transceivers support CMIS 4.0/5.0 for real-time monitoring of temperature, voltage, and optical power. Management interfaces like I2C enable firmware updates and diagnostics via network OS tools.
The most common 200G transceiver form factors are QSFP56 and QSFP-DD. QSFP-DD offers backward compatibility with 40G/100G ports, while QSFP56 supports higher thermal efficiency for 200G/400G applications. Both are hot-pluggable and widely used in data centers and high-speed networks.
200G-SR4: Uses MMF (OM3/OM4) for short-reach (≤100m).
200G-DR4: Uses SMF for up to 500m with 4x50G-PAM4.
200G-LR4: Uses SMF for long-reach (≤10km) with CWDM wavelengths.
Each type suits different distances and fiber infrastructures.
Yes, PAM4 (4-level Pulse Amplitude Modulation) doubles data throughput compared to NRZ (Non-Return-to-Zero) by encoding 2 bits per symbol. This enables 200G speeds with fewer lanes, reducing power and cost while maintaining signal integrity over fiber.
