Model Numbers (QSFPDD-TPAK-HCB-LGCY-P, QSFPDD-TPAK-HCB-DD-P, QSFPDD-TPAK-HCB-RX-P, QSFPDD-TPAK-HCB-TX-P and QSFPDD-TPAHK-MCB-R). The two test adapter types, shown in Figures 1 and 2, test QSFP-DD interface cables, hosts, and modules to the requirements of the QSFP-DD MSA and IEEE 802.3cd Standards. The QSFP-DD HCB (Plug) and QSFP-DD MCB (Receptacle) test adapter assemblies allow easy access, via 2.92mm (K-Style) connections, to measure or inject data signals.
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High-Speed QSFP-DD Receptacle Figure 2. The QSFP-DD MCB (Receptacle) Test Adapter (Note: The coaxial cables are configuration dependent and may be terminated with different connectors than what is shown.) NOTE: The metal shell of both the plug (QSFP-DD HCB) and receptacle (QSFP-DD MCB) connectors tie high-speed ground to chassis ground.
If the QSFP-DD TPA must be turned or twisted to make connection to the DUT, avoid using the QSFP-DD TPA housing alone to make this occur. Try to distribute the torque forces along the length of the test setup and cabling.
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• CAUTION 7: ESD Sensitivity The QSFP-DD test adapters are passive components and are not in themselves sensitive to electrostatic discharge. However, when an active DUT is installed, that device becomes susceptible to ESD. Observe proper ESD precautions, further discussed later in this document.
Observing simple precautions can ensure accurate and reliable measurements. Handling and Storage Before each use of the QSFP-DD TPA, ensure that all connectors are clean. Handle all cables carefully and store the QSFP-DD TPA in the foam-lined instrument case when not in use, if possible.
Electrostatic Discharge Information Protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD) is essential while connecting, inspecting, or cleaning the QSFP-DD TPA test adapter and connectors attached to a static-sensitive circuit (such as those found in test sets). Electrostatic discharge can damage or destroy electronic components. Be sure to perform all work on electronic assemblies at a static-safe work station, using two types of ESD protection: •...
QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual User Model The QSFP-DD TPAs are capable of performing to the requirements of both IEEE and SFF specifications, limited only by the specifications, environmental, care and handling of this document. In the case where the laboratory source or load is not used in the test, it must be replaced with RF terminations on each unused signal.
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual The second example shows a QSFPDD-TPAK-HCB (Plug) is used to test a host: In the case where the laboratory source or load is not used in the test, it must be replaced with RF terminations on each unused signal. (NOTE: DC Blocks and RF terminators are optionally offered by Wilder Technologies.)
QSFP- DD Receivers or looks at the response of the QSFP-DD Transmitters. The QSFP-DD TPA’s have Touchstone S4P files for de-embedding the electrical length and losses within the TPA up to the QSFP-DD connector interface pads. (Contact Wilder Technologies, support@wilder-tech.com, to obtain a copy of the S4P files.) The Touchstone S4P...
QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual Mechanical and Environmental Specifications NOTE: All specifications in this manual are subject to change. Table 1. General Specifications ITEM DESCRIPTION Usage Environment Controlled indoor environment 263.00 mm +/- 2 mm (10.35 inches +/- .08 inches)
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual Table 2. QSFPDD-TPAK-HCB (Plug) 12-Position Cable Connector (Low-Speed). (NOTE: Connections are common to Legacy, DD, Rx and Tx configurations) LABEL PIN NO. COLOR ID FOR HCB DESCRIPTION Pin 1 Black Signal (RF Ground) and Supply (Power) Common...
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual Table 3. QSFPDD-TPAK-HCB-LGCY-P (Legacy Plug) Pin Assignments Connector Color ID for Data Color Identification Pin Description Destination (HCB) Pin Number Line Polarity (HCB) Coax Shield and Ground Black Insulation P2 Pin 1, 12 Tx2n Tx2-...
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual P2 Pin 3 Black Insulation VccT Present/Connected Present/Connected Vcc1 Present/Connected Present/Connected P2 Pin 8 Black Insulation Coax Shield and Ground Black Insulation P2 Pin 1, 12 Tx3p Tx3+ White/Green Tx3n Tx3- Black White/Green Coax Shield and...
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual Table 4. QSFPDD-TPAK-HCB-DD-P (DD Plug) Pin Assignments Connector Color ID for Data Color Identification Pin Description Destination (HCB) Pin Number Line Polarity (HCB) P2 Pin 7 Black Insulation P2 Pin 6 Black Insulation VccR Present/Connected...
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual Rx5p Rx5+ Orange Rx5n Rx5- Black Orange Coax Shield and Ground Black Insulation P2 Pin 1, 12 Coax Shield and Ground Black Insulation P2 Pin 1, 12 Rx6n Rx6- Black Brown Rx6p Rx6+ Brown Coax Shield and...
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual Table 5. QSFPDD-TPAK-HCB-RX-P (Rx Plug) Pin Assignments Connector Color ID for Data Color Identification Pin Description Destination (HCB) Pin Number Line Polarity (HCB) P2 Pin 7 Black Insulation P2 Pin 6 Black Insulation VccR Present/Connected...
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual VccRx1 Present/Connected Present/Connected Present/Connected Present/Connected Present/Connected Present/Connected Coax Shield and Ground Black Insulation P2 Pin 1, 12 Rx7p Rx7+ Violet Rx7n Rx7- Black Violet Coax Shield and Ground Black Insulation P2 Pin 1, 12 Rx5p...
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual Table 6. QSFPDD-TPAK-HCB-TX-P (Tx Plug) Pin Assignments Connector Color ID for Data Color Identification Pin Description Destination (HCB) Pin Number Line Polarity (HCB) Coax Shield and Ground Black Insulation P2 Pin 1, 12 Tx2n Tx2-...
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual Tx6n Tx6- Black White/Brown Tx6p Tx6+ White/Brown Coax Shield and Ground Black Insulation P2 Pin 1, 12 Tx8n Tx8- Black White/White Tx8p Tx8+ White/White Coax Shield and Ground Black Insulation P2 Pin 1, 12 Reserved...
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The QSFPDD-TPAHK-MCB-R test adapter (Legacy, DD, Rx and Tx) provides thirty-two 2.92mm (K-Style) connectors (four lanes of primary differential signals) to access all QSFP-DD high-speed signals (Legacy, DD, Rx and Tx). Labels clearly mark each cable or connector. The following figure refers to the pin-description tables for the QSFPDD-TPAHK-MCB-R (Receptacle) test adapter.
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual Table 7. QSFPDD-TPAHK-MCB-R 12-Position Fixture-Mounted Connector (Low-Speed) LABEL PIN NO. DESCRIPTION Pin 1 Signal (RF Ground) and Supply (Power) Common Pin 2 Module Present Pin 3 Interrupt Pin 4 SDA, I C Data for DDC...
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual Table 8. QSFPDD-TPAHK-MCB-R (Receptacle) Pin Assignments Connector Color ID for Data Color Identification Pin Description Destination (HCB) Pin Number Line Polarity (HCB) Coax Shield and Ground Black Insulation P2 Pin 1, 12 Tx2n Tx2- Black...
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual P2 Pin 3 Black Insulation VccT Present/Connected Present/Connected Vcc1 Present/Connected Present/Connected P2 Pin 8 Black Insulation Coax Shield and Ground Black Insulation P2 Pin 1, 12 Tx3p Tx3+ White/Green Tx3n Tx3- Black White/Green Coax Shield and...
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual Rx5p Rx5+ Orange Rx5n Rx5- Black Orange Coax Shield and Ground Black Insulation P2 Pin 1, 12 Coax Shield and Ground Black Insulation P2 Pin 1, 12 Rx6n Rx6- Black Brown Rx6p Rx6+ Brown Coax Shield and...
QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual Electrical Specifications NOTE: All specifications in this manual are subject to change. Table 9. Electrical Specifications (Optional External DC Block) as Supplied by Wilder Technologies SPECIFICATION NOTES Insertion Loss (dB), at 100 kHz - 12.4 GHz 0.50...
QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual QSFP-DD Mated HCBs/MCB Performance Plots NOTE: All specifications in this manual are subject to change. Table 11. Fixtures Measured SUPPORT WILDER PART COAX CABLE DESCRIPTION FEATURE NUMBER CONFIGURATION QSFPDD-TPAHK-MCB-R (Receptacle) Power Sinking 600-1161-600 2.92mm 6” Female (K-Style)
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual Figure 5. QSFP-DD HCB (TX) Insertion Loss The insertion loss reflects the typical coaxial fixture loss profile where at the low frequencies the loss is at or slightly below the maximum loss limit then slopes to near the minimum loss limit at higher frequencies.
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QSFP-DD Test Adapter User Manual Figure 12. QSFP-DD HCB (RX) Insertion Loss The insertion loss reflects the typical coaxial fixture loss profile where at the low frequencies the loss is at or slightly below the maximum loss limit then slopes to near the minimum loss limit at higher frequencies.
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The QSFP-DD Legacy channels are showing more resonances at the higher frequencies. The board impedance is low by 5% to 6% on some of the Legacy channels.
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The QSFP-DD Legacy channels are showing more resonances at the higher frequencies. The board impedance is low by 5% to 6% on some of the Legacy channels.
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50 Gbps 8X Pluggable Transceiver (High-Density Quad Small Form Factor QSFP-DD Pluggable) QSFP-DD Host The QSFP-DD Host is the fixed end of the connection supporting IEEE 802.3. The QSFP-DD Module is the moveable end of the connection supporting QSFP-DD Module IEEE 802.3.
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