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HPE 845398-B21 Compatible SFP28 SR Transceiver | 25GBASE-SR 850nm 100m LC Bulk Factory Supply | HYTOPTODEVICE

Factory wholesale HPE BladeSystem matching 845398-B21 SFP28 SR Transceiver, 25G 850nm multimode 100m duplex LC transceiver. Zero alarm plug-and-play for HPE c7000/c3000 blade enclosure interconnect modules, built-in DDM monitoring. Free EEPROM rewrite & OEM private label for blade infrastructure bulk tender procurement, fully MSA & RoHS compliant.
NO. Brand  Compatible P/N Remarks
1 Cisco  SFP-25G-SR-S
2 Arista Networks  SFP-25G-SR
3 Brocade  25G-SFP28-SR 
4 H3C SFP-25G-SR-MM850
5 HPE BladeSystem  845398-B21
6 Huawei  SFP-25G-SR
7 Juniper  JNP-SFP-25G-SR
8 NVIDIA(Mellanox) MMA2P00-AS 
Description
845398-B21 HPE BladeSystem Compatible SFP28 SR Transceiver | 25GBASE-SR 850nm 100m LC Multimode SFP28 SR Module | HYTOPTODEVICE

Product Overview

Factory direct drop-in replacement for HPE original 845398-B21, this standard SFP28 SR Transceiver complies strictly with IEEE 25GBASE-SR and SFP28 MSA industry standards. Equipped with 850nm VCSEL laser and duplex LC/UPC connector, it delivers stable 25Gbps full-duplex high-speed transmission, supporting 70m reach over OM3 multimode fiber and maximum 100m over OM4 multimode fiber. Featuring ultra-low power consumption and high-density port layout, the transceiver integrates basic DDM digital diagnostics to monitor real-time temperature, optical power and voltage for consistent blade enclosure internal and external network operation.

Pre-flashed with HPE BladeSystem recognized vendor ID firmware, it runs true plug-and-play without triggering HPE Onboard Administrator or Virtual Connect error logs and port lockdown alarms, perfectly compatible with HPE c7000 / c3000 blade enclosures, interconnect modules, blade server mezzanine HBAs and external SAN switches. Widely deployed in blade downlink server interconnection, 100G QSFP28 breakout networking, virtualized blade cluster low-latency transmission and blade SAN backbone upgrade projects. As professional optical module manufacturer HYTOPTODEVICE, we maintain large in-stock inventory, offer fast lead time, free EEPROM customization and OEM private label packaging for global HPE BladeSystem infrastructure project tender contractors, system integrators and large-scale bulk procurement buyers.

Key Technical Specifications

All optical and electrical parameters are factory-calibrated to fully match official HPE 845398-B21 datasheet standards. Optimized low-power circuit design and industrial-grade VCSEL laser components deliver steady low-latency transmission, strong anti-interference capability and high rack port density, fully meeting long-term stable blade enclosure commercial operation and large-volume HPE BladeSystem network bulk deployment demands.
HPE Compatible  845398-B21 Vendor Name HYTOPTODEVICE
Form Factor SFP28 Max Data Rate 25Gbps
Wavelength 850nm Max  Distance 70m over OM3 / 100m over OM4
Connector Duplex LC Transmitter Type VCSEL
Cable Type MMF Receiver Type PIN
TX Power -6.0~+2.4dBm Receiver Sensitivity < -10.3dBm
Max. Power Consumption ≤1W DOM/DDM   Fully Supported
Protocols SFF-8472, SFF-8024, SFF-8431, SFF-8432 Operation Temperature 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)

Usage Guidelines & Best Practices

Standardized handling and scientific deployment protect the precision internal chips and laser of the SFP28 SR Transceiver, avoid link packet loss and frequent flapping, and sustain long-term stable 25G network transmission on H3C switching platforms.

1. Anti-Static Handling Protection

The transceiver’s laser diode and PCB circuits are highly sensitive to static electricity. Always wear a certified ESD anti-static wrist strap during installation, replacement and maintenance work to prevent static discharge damage to internal hardware and preserve complete module performance.

2. Optical Port & Fiber Cleaning Maintenance

Keep the original protective dust caps mounted on LC optical ports when the module is idle or stored as spare stock. Thoroughly clean fiber end faces before cable insertion to wipe away dust, fingerprints and surface contaminants. Dirty ports will raise optical attenuation and trig

3. Standard RS-FEC Port Configuration

Enable RS-FEC forward error correction on H3C switch and server NIC ports to unlock the module’s full rated transmission distance. With RS-FEC activated, the transceiver stably reaches 70m on OM3 fiber and 100m on OM4 fiber to guarantee sufficient link margin for long-distance structured cabling.

4. Strict Fiber Type Matching

This SFP28 SR Transceiver is exclusively engineered for high-bandwidth multimode fiber environments. Compatible with OM3, OM4 and OM5 multimode fiber with duplex LC/UPC connectors. Single-mode fiber, legacy OM1/OM2 orange multimode fiber cannot support standard 25G transmission and will cause severe signal loss and link dropouts inside blade enclosures. APC fiber cables are not recommended.

5. Standard Hot-Swap Operation Rules

The module supports MSA-standard hot-swap plug-and-play for online network maintenance. Avoid frequent repeated insertion and removal within a short time window, which causes mechanical abrasion to gold pins and host switch SFP28 ports, shortening overall service life.

6. Professional Laser Safety Specification

This product is Class 1 safe laser optical hardware. Do not stare directly into the optical port or connected fiber end face while the module is powered on inside running blade enclosures, to prevent permanent laser eye damage and comply with industrial safety operation protocols.


Full Compatibility List & Supported Devices

1. Compatible HPE BladeSystem Device Models
All HYTOPTODEVICE 845398-B21 SFP28 SR Transceiver pass full real-machine testing on mainstream HPE BladeSystem enclosure, interconnect and blade server hardware, eliminating compatibility faults, system error logs and port alarms. Plug-and-play hot-swap design enables seamless 25G blade network bulk upgrade and capacity expansion.
• HPE BladeSystem c7000 Platinum Enclosure: Fully compatible with all SFP28 port equipped Virtual Connect interconnect modules for 25G blade server downlink interconnection.
• HPE BladeSystem c3000 Small Form Enclosure: Optimized for mid-size enterprise blade cabinet 25G multimode fiber backbone transmission.
• HPE Virtual Connect SE 25Gb Interconnect Modules: Native matching for blade enclosure internal and external 25G breakout links.
• HPE ProLiant BL Gen10 / Gen11 Blade Server 25G Mezzanine HBAs: Stable adaptation for blade server virtualization and storage access optical ports.
• HPE External SN Series Storage Switches Linked to Blade Enclosure Interconnects

2.Multi-Brand Cross Compatibility

This universal SFP28 SR Transceiver supports mixed-vendor blade, campus and data center network deployment, split into two hardware compatibility categories:
• Open-Brand Compatibility Works plug-and-play without custom coding for MSA standard open gear: MikroTik, TP-Link, D-Link, Fortinet, Zyxel 25G switches & server HBAs.
• Locked-Brand Compatibility Adaptable to locked enterprise hardware including HPE BladeSystem, Cisco, Arista, H3C, Huawei, Juniper, Dell, Custom EEPROM programming eliminates system recognition warnings.

3. Free Custom EEPROM & Bulk OEM Service

We provide free EEPROM firmware rewrite, private label printing and customized packaging for all SFP28 SR Transceiver bulk orders. Preload matched HPE BladeSystem vendor ID data to remove transceiver error prompts; large-volume bulk orders enjoy exclusive discounted factory pricing with zero hidden service fees and priority production schedules for blade infrastructure projects.

Primary Application Scenarios

Cost-effective HPE BladeSystem 845398-B21 replacement SFP28 SR Transceiver for blade server & data center bulk procurement:

  • HPE c7000/c3000 interconnect to 25G blade server HBA interconnection & original transceiver stock bulk replenishment
  • 100G QSFP28 breakout 4×25G high-density blade virtualization storage network construction
  • Enterprise blade cabinet multimode fiber backbone 25G network upgrade & capacity expansion
  • Low-latency HPC blade computing cluster and cloud storage replication transmission links
  • HPE BladeSystem infrastructure standardization project bulk tender procurement
  • Network equipment distributor wholesale stocking & customized OEM private label bulk orders
Connectivity Solutions(Applications)

1. 25G to 25G Switch-to-Switch Interconnection

Deploy paired SFP28 SR Transceivers to build stable low-latency 25G inter-switch links between HPE BladeSystem interconnect modules and external core switches, supporting large-scale bulk procurement for blade cabinet network upgrade projects.
SFP28 SR 25G to 25G switch-switch multimode fiber networking diagram for H3C  data center

2. 25G to 25G Interconnect with Blade Server HBA Connection

Match HPE Virtual Connect interconnect SFP28 ports with blade server 25G mezzanine HBAs via SFP28 SR Transceivers, ideal for high-density blade rack access and mass bulk purchase orders for virtualized enterprise blade infrastructure.
hytoptodevice SFP28 SR 25G switch to 25G server VIC NIC multimode cabling layout

3. 100G to 4×25G Breakout Switch-to-Switch Link

Work with 100G QSFP28 breakout cables to split one 100G uplink port into four independent 25G channels, greatly improving blade enclosure interconnect port density and cutting overall fiber infrastructure procurement cost for HPE BladeSystem bulk tender construction.
SFP28 SR 100G QSFP28 breakout 4x25G switch interconnection brocade data center cabling diagram

The Core Features

1.Hybrid 100G/25G Blade Cabinet Phased Upgrade

Upgrade just one blade enclosure site to 100G gear, and still connect it to the existing 25G blade cabinet sites. No full-scale fiber rewiring or interconnect module replacement required, significantly cutting HPE BladeSystem network upgrade bulk procurement expenditure.
SFP28 SR Transceiver partial 100G equipment upgrade compatible with existing H3C 25G campus network diagram

2. Low-Power High-Density Blade 25G Fast Deployment

Featured with low-power, high-density and high-speed, the SFP28 transceiver offers a popular way to help you quickly ramp up blade infrastructure to 25G transmission. It maximizes limited interconnect port space without extra power supply investment for bulk blade cabinet expansion projects.
Low power high density SFP28 SR 25G high-speed transmission data center rack layout

3. BladeSystem Targeted Compatibility Verification

Every unit is quality tested for compatibility in the targeted HPE BladeSystem interconnect environment, which guarantees flawless blade virtualization and SAN operations. Pre-validated on HPE Virtual Connect and Onboard Administrator platforms to avoid on-site compatibility faults for large bulk blade infrastructure deployment projects.

SFP28 SR batch real switch hardware compatibility test bench photo

4.Full Batch Factory Testing Improves Blade Network Stability

Every batch undergoes complete multi-dimensional optical performance and stability testing before shipment, filtering defective units and lowering field failure rates inside sealed blade enclosures. Comprehensive testing increases long-term HPE BladeSystem network operational reliability and cuts recurring maintenance labor costs for large bulk procurement clients.
SFP28 SR Transceiver full standardized factory comprehensive testing production flow chart


FAQ

Q1: Is it feasible to install a 25G SFP28 SR transceiver into a 10G SFP+ hardware slot?

A1: This SFP28 SR Transceiver cannot work normally within 10G SFP+ slots due to inconsistent pin layout, electrical protocols and transmission rate logic. Mismatched slot types will result in unrecognized hardware and total link failure. Our factory suggests matching port specifications strictly, ideal planning for HPE BladeSystem mixed-rate network SFP28 SR Transceiver bulk procurement.

Q2: Is FEC forward error correction function supported on this HPE BladeSystem compatible SFP28 SR Transceiver?

A2: All our 845398-B21 SFP28 SR Transceiver fully support RS-FEC function. Enabling FEC on HPE Virtual Connect interconnect ports maximizes OM4 fiber transmission distance and boosts anti-interference capacity for long-distance blade cabinet cabling.

Q3: Is stable link transmission achievable when matching one 25G SR module with a 25G LR long-reach transceiver on the same fiber link?

A3: Mixing SR multimode and LR single-mode transceivers on one link is not supported. The two variants adopt different light wavelengths and fiber design standards, leading to severe signal attenuation and permanent link failure. Unified SR or LR modules must be deployed end-to-end for blade SAN networking.

Q4: Is it possible to split a single 100G QSFP28 SR4 port into four independent 25G SFP28 SR transmission channels via breakout wiring?

A4: Yes, this SFP28 SR Transceiver perfectly matches 100G SR4 breakout cables to realize 4×25G high-density splitting. It effectively upgrades port utilization on HPE c7000 interconnect modules, a top choice for blade data center high-density breakout SFP28 SR Transceiver wholesale purchase.

Q5: My cabling adopts standard OM4 multimode fiber, yet the 100m links keep losing packets. What causes this issue?

A5: Common root causes include disabled RS-FEC, dirty fiber end faces, excessive stacked patch cords or low-quality non-compliant OM4 cable. Our technical team offers free pre-deployment cabling inspection for all bulk orders to eliminate packet loss risks in blade enclosure infrastructure.

Q6: What makes certain 25G SFP28 SR transceivers overheat severely inside fully populated HPE blade interconnect bays?

A6: Excessive heat mainly comes from inferior high-power chips and poor heat dissipation structures unsuitable for sealed blade cabinet airflow. Our SFP28 SR Transceiver adopts ≤1.0W low-power circuit design with optimized thermal structure, maintaining stable temperature even in full-load blade chassis deployment.

Q7: The DOM monitoring displays low received signal strength or alarm prompts, how to resolve this issue?

A7: Low RX power alarms usually stem from contaminated fiber ports, bent fiber cables, mismatched fiber grades or excessive link attenuation. We supply complimentary fiber cleaning kits for large procurement batches to regularly maintain optical ports and fix signal loss issues on HPE BladeSystem networks.

Q8: How to distinguish suppliers that supply refurbished or B-class defective laser components inside optical modules?

A8: HYTOPTODEVICE only deploys brand-new industrial VCSEL lasers for all SFP28 SR Transceiver batches. We provide complete component origin certification and batch inspection records for every bulk shipment, completely avoiding recycled and substandard laser raw materials for enterprise blade project construction.

Q9: What standardized test documents and inspection criteria can your factory provide for bulk SFP28 SR Transceiver orders?

A9: We deliver full compliance test reports covering optical power testing, 72-hour full-load aging cycles, HPE BladeSystem interconnect compatibility verification and laser safety certification. All testing strictly follows IEEE 25GBASE-SR and SFP28 MSA industry standards to guarantee consistent batch quality for blade infrastructure construction SFP28 SR Transceiver bulk tender orders.

Q10: What operating wavelength does the SFP28 25G SR multimode transceiver adopt?

A10: This HPE BladeSystem compatible SFP28 SR Transceiver uses an 850nm VCSEL light source, the standard wavelength for 25GBASE-SR multimode short-distance transmission, matching OM3/OM4/OM5 multimode fiber specifications for blade cabinet internal networking.

Q11: Can this SFP28 SR multimode transceiver be used for 5G wireless fronthaul CPRI or eCPRI signal transmission?

A11: This module is designed for 25GBASE-SR Ethernet transmission and does not support native CPRI/eCPRI fronthaul protocols. We provide dedicated customized optical transceivers for 5G fronthaul deployment upon special bulk project requests.

Why Network Engineers Choose HYTOPTODEVICE

HYTOPTODEVICE has supplied over 5000,000 optical transceiver modules to data centers, ISPs, and enterprise networks across 100+ countries since 2011. Every module undergoes a 72-hour burn-in test and full DDM/DOM validation before shipment.

  • Up to 70% cost savings vs OEM, transparent pricing & flexible bulk rates, supported quality returns
  • 100% real-device compatible with Cisco, Huawei,Dell,Juniper, and Arista
  • ISO 9001:2015 Shenzhen factory, full lineup: 1.25G/10G/25G/40G/100G/200G/400G/800G/1.6T transceivers
  • Ample stock, fast global DHL/FedEx shipping in 3–5 working days
  • Free pre-sales engineering support for custom EEPROM  & private label firmware
  • Real switch test videos available for pre-purchase review; inspection & shipping videos provided per order 


“Phenomenal performance. We deployed 200 HYTOPTODEVICE SFP modules to replace Cisco OEMs in our backbone network. Result? Zero compatibility issues and a 60% reduction in costs. Highly recommended for mission-critical networks."— Senior Network Engineer, Regional Telecom, Australia


Quality Certification & Compliance

 At HYTOPTODEVICE, our quality commitment is backed by industry-standard validations. From fiber optical transceiver manufacturing to final visual inspection, from IQC、IPQC、FQC to OQC, our processes ensure global compliance and reliability.

We adhere to rigorous standards for our SFP modules and network solutions:

  • ISO 9001: Certified quality management and production consistency.

  • CE & FCC: Fully compliant for seamless Global Market Access.

  • RoHS: Committed to environmental responsibility and hazardous material control.

  • Proven Reliability: Rigorous testing to reduce compliance risk and ensure safety.

Certified Quality. Global Standards. Guaranteed Performance.


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