Chapter 7: Qsfp+ Transceivers; Qsfp+ Transceiver Installation; Selecting A Qsfp+ Transceiver - Avaya Virtual Services Platform 7000 Series Installation Manual

Chapter 7: QSFP+ transceivers

This chapter provides installation procedures and specifications for quad (4-channel) small form
factor pluggable plus (QSFP+) transceivers.

QSFP+ transceiver installation

This section describes how to select, install, and remove QSFP+ transceivers.
Use a QSFP+ transceiver to connect a device motherboard to fiber optic or direct attached cables.
QSFP+ transceivers are similar to XFP transceivers in physical appearance, but larger than SFP+
transceivers. QSFP+ transceivers provide Ethernet at 40 gigabit per second (Gb/s).
Important:
The VSP 7000 Series supports only Avaya-qualified QSFP+ transceivers. Other vendor QSFP+
transceivers will not work and Avaya does not support them.
Warning:
Risk of equipment damage
Do not apply vertical pressure when you insert and remove the transceiver. Improper installation
can cause damage to the connector.

Selecting a QSFP+ transceiver

Use a QSFP+ transceiver to interface an MDA port to a fiber optic cable. Select the appropriate
transceiver to provide the required reach.
Procedure
1. Determine the required reach.
Depending on the product, you can obtain a QSFP+ transceiver for cable distances of up to
10 kilometers.
2. Determine wavelength restrictions or requirements.
3. Use the following job aid to determine the appropriate QSFP+ transceiver for your
application.
August 2014 Installing Transceivers and Optical Components on Avaya VSP 7000 Series
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