• Front LC port view of Huawei QSFP-100G-ER4-Lite compatible QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for original module hardware replacement
  • Side profile MSA-certified QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for Huawei data center bulk upgrade projects
  • DDM-monitoring supported QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver internal chip close-up for Huawei VRP real-time diagnostic display
  • High-sensitivity APD receiver QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for Huawei 40km long-reach DCI transmission
  • Front LC port view of Huawei QSFP-100G-ER4-Lite compatible QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for original module hardware replacement
  • Side profile MSA-certified QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for Huawei data center bulk upgrade projects
  • DDM-monitoring supported QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver internal chip close-up for Huawei VRP real-time diagnostic display
  • High-sensitivity APD receiver QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for Huawei 40km long-reach DCI transmission

Huawei QSFP-100G-ER4-Lite Compatible QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver 40KM | HYTOPTODEVICE

HYTOPTODEVICE compatible QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver is a  perfect drop-in replacement for the Huawei QSFP-100G-ER4-Lite. 100GBASE-ER4L 1310nm LAN-WDM 40km single-mode duplex LC connector, full DDM monitoring, pre-flashed Cisco firmware, plug-and-play for Dell switches. Achieve the same 40km ultra-long-haul performance and full DDM visibility at 2/10th of the OEM cost. We Support small sample testing, OEM private labeling and custom EEPROM coding, bulk wholesale for global import distributors and enterprise end users.
NO. Brand  Compatible P/N Remarks
1 Cisco QSFP-100G-ER4L-S
2 Arista Networks QSFP-100G-ER4L-S
3 Dell  Q28-100G-ER4-lite
4 Huawei  QSFP-100G-ER4-Lite
5 Juniper Networks  QSFP-100G-ER4L
6 Ruijie Networks  100G-QSFP-ER4-SM1310
Description
HYTOPTODEVICE Huawei QSFP-100G-ER4-Lite Compatible QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver – 100GBASE-ER4 1310nm 40km Single-Mode LC Optic, Huawei VRP Certified Drop-In Replacement, Bulk Wholesale & Custom Coding Available

Product Overview

The Huawei QSFP-100G-ER4-Lite compatible transceiver is an enterprise-grade QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver, optimized for high-capacity Data Center Interconnects (DCI) and metro networking. Utilizing advanced 1310nm LAN-WDM technology, it delivers a robust 40km reach over Single-Mode Fiber (SMF)  with Duplex LC connector. Compliant with QSFP28 MSA, SFF-8636, IEEE 802.3bm, CAUI-4 and full DDM/DOM.  this hot-swappable EML laser QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver is engineered for seamless "Plug-and-Play" integration into Arista EOS platforms, providing a high-reliability, low-cost alternative to OEM optics without compromising signal integrity.It is ideal for 100G telecom links, data centers, high-performance computing networks, and enterprise core applications.

Key Technical Specifications

Our high-performance QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver is strictly manufactured, optically calibrated and fully tested in accordance with Huawei QSFP-100G-ER4-Lite specifications, QSFP28 MSA and IEEE 802.3ba industry standards. Every module undergoes rigorous optical, electrical and protocol compatibility verification to deliver consistent, low-BER and reliable 40km long-reach transmission for Huawei data center networks. All precise technical parameter values are listed in the below specification table for professional deployment reference.
Huawei Compatible QSFP-100G-ER4-Lite Vendor Name HYTOPTODEVICE
Form Factor QSFP28 Max Data Rate 103.125Gbps
Wavelength 4 x LAN WDM (1295、1300、1305、1310nm) Max Distance 40KM
Connector Duplex LC Transmitter Type 4 x LAN WDM EML
Cable Type SMF Receiver Type APD
TX Power -2.9~+4.5dBm Receiver Sensitivity <-16.9dBm without FEC
<-20.9dBm with FEC
Protocols 100G Ethernet, MSA Compliant Power Consumption < 4.5W


Full Compatibility List & Supported Network Hardware

1.Native Huawei VRP Compatibility

Every factory-calibratedQSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver passes real-machine interoperability verification on official Huawei VRP operating systems. Preloaded with exclusive Huawei-compatible firmware, the module achieves zero recognition failure, no unsupported transceiver alarms, and complete DDM data real-time display on Huawei switch devices. It supports direct replacement of original Huawei QSFP-100G-ER4-Lite modules without extra configuration debugging, ensuring stable and compliant operation for commercial data center and carrier-grade network projects.
Compatible Huawei Device Series:
  • Huawei CE Series High-Density 100G Data Center Core Switches
  • Huawei S Series Enterprise Aggregation and Access Layer 100G Switches
  • Huawei CloudFabric Data Center Fabric Networking Equipment
  • Huawei Cross-Room DCI Interconnection and Long-Haul Trunk Transmission Devices

2.Multi-Brand Cross Compatibility

Built strictly to universal QSFP28 MSA industry standards, HYTOPTODEVICE’s Huawei-compatible QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver breaks strict OEM vendor lock-ins, delivering seamless cross-brand interoperability for hybrid multi-vendor data center network environments.
  • Open-Brand Devices (Plug-and-Play): 100% natively interoperable QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for open-architecture network hardware including Ciena, Fortinet, Ubiquiti, MikroTik, D-Link, Zyxel and other mainstream open switching platforms.
  • Locked-Brand Devices (Advanced Coding): Powered by our proprietary EEPROM writing technology, our calibrated 40km long-reach QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver bypasses OEM firmware encryption restrictions, maintaining full stable compatibility with Cisco, H3C, Juniper, Dell, Intel, and the latest updated Huawei VRP firmware versions.

3.Free Custom EEPROM Re-Flash Service

To fully future-proof your long-term optical network investment, we provide complimentary custom EEPROM re-flash service for all bulk ordered QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver. When you upgrade Huawei switch operating systems or migrate optical modules to other brand network racks later, our technical team will re-code module firmware free of charge to sustain consistent 100% error-free long-distance optical links for evolving network architectures.

Primary Application Scenarios

Optimized for 40km long-haul single-mode transmission, the high-performanceQSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver fully matches Huawei QSFP-100G-ER4-Lite industrial-grade optical parameters and VRP protocol compatibility. Featuring ultra-low BER rate, strong anti-chirp and anti-dispersion capability and stable LAN-WDM signal output, this compatible optical module is widely deployed in Huawei cloud data center DCI interconnection, high-density 100G fabric backbone upgrading, cross-city and cross-building enterprise long-distance trunk transmission and large-scale bandwidth expansion scenarios.
  • Bulk replacement and upgrade of aging Huawei QSFP-100G-ER4-Lite modules for data center long-distance DCI interconnection
  • High-density Huawei CloudFabric network iteration adopting QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver to build 40km low-loss 100G backbone links
  • Enterprise cross-building and cross-city long-haul interconnection deploying stable QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for 100G high-speed trunk transmission
  • Data center bandwidth expansion using low-jitter QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for medium and long-distance optical transmission
  • System integrator custom-coded QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for multi-vendor hybrid Huawei network integration projects
  • High-reliability carrier-grade network transformation adopting wide-temperature QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for long-haul trunk deployment

Connectivity Solutions(Applications)

1. 100G Switch-to-Switch Interconnection

Deploy paired HYTOPTODEVICE QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver with standard G.652 single-mode fiber to build stable 40km 100G switch-to-switch trunk links for Huawei series switches. This long-reach transceiver breaks the short-distance limitation of mainstream 100G LR4 modules, supports low-BER cross-fabric and cross-room data center interconnection, and guarantees ultra-stable long-haul traffic scheduling for Dell cloud fabric architecture.

40km switch-to-switch long-haul interconnection topology using QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for Huawei CloudFabric networking

2.100G Long-haul Switch Link with
Structured Cabling

Fully adapted to standard enterprise structured cabling systems, the high-performance QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver supports 40km ultra-stable long-distance 100G transmission for Huawei enterprise and cloud data center networks. It solves the distance bottleneck of traditional short-range optical modules, realizes scalable cross-building high-speed optical interconnection, and maintains excellent signal integrity and anti-interference performance in complex structured cabling environments.
Enterprise structured cabling long-distance transmission solution with QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for Huawei cross-building 100G links

Features | 100G Connectivity for Data Center
Low-Power High-Density QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for Fast Huawei Data Center Bandwidth Upgrade
Featured with optimized power efficiency, high port density and ultra-stable long-reach performance, the commerical-grade QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver enables rapid 100G network scaling for Huawei data center infrastructure. It effectively solves transmission distance and bandwidth bottlenecks of traditional 25G/40G network architectures, supporting seamless expansion of leaf-spine fabric and cross-building long-distance links. Hot-swappable installation simplifies on-site deployment, while low-power operation reduces overall data center PUE and long-term operational expenditures.
Low-power QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver plugged into Huawei switch port for high-density data center 100G connectivity


FAQ for 100G  QSFP28
ER4 Module

Q1: Why does QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver link fail even if Rx power meets standard baseline specifications?
A: Long-reach 100G ER4 optical links are highly sensitive to chromatic dispersion. Qualified receive power cannot offset signal distortion from aged fiber lines. HYTOPTODEVICE precise calibration ensures stable signal transmission for Huawei long-distance trunk network deployment.

Q2: Can QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver support ultra-short 1km point-to-point interconnection on Huawei switches?
A: It is technically possible but requires heavy optical attenuators to simulate 30–40km fiber loss and prevent receiver overload. Factory-calibrated by HYTOPTODEVICE, the module supports error-free short-range cross-rack interconnection for Huawei enterprise switches.

Q3: What latency increment does RS-FEC activation bring to Huawei long-haul links using QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver?
A: RS-FEC adds only 250 nanoseconds of negligible latency, far lower than 40km fiber physical propagation delay. Tuned by HYTOPTODEVICE, the module maintains balanced low-latency and error-correction performance for Huawei data center long-haul trunk links.

Q4: Can I disable RS-FEC on QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for lower latency with ultra-clean fiber pathways?
A: FEC can be disabled for latency optimization, yet it causes high Pre-FEC BER and random packet drops on spans over 25–30km. HYTOPTODEVICE default settings guarantee low-BER stability for medium and long-distance Huawei optical transmission.

Q5: Why do Huawei switch CLI display checksum errors after inserting third-party QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver?
A: Errors are caused by corrupted and unoptimized third-party EEPROM data. HYTOPTODEVICE adopts exclusive Huawei-specific firmware programming to eliminate checksum mismatch and ensure full VRP system compatibility for 100G ER4 Lite module deployment.

Q6: Why does internal temperature of QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver spike under full line-rate Huawei traffic loads?
A: Full line-rate traffic drives internal EML lasers and CDR chips to peak operating power, raising module temperature. HYTOPTODEVICE industrial-grade modules feature optimized heat dissipation for stable operation under Huawei high-traffic data center workloads.

Q7: Is channel breakout supported for standard QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver deployed on Huawei fabric networks?
A: 4×25G channel breakout is unsupported. Internal LAN-WDM wavelength multiplexing integrates four optical lanes into one duplex LC port. HYTOPTODEVICE standard modules fully match native Huawei 100G fabric port working specifications.

Q8: What number of intermediate patch panel connections is tolerable for 35km Huawei links using QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver?
A: Each patch joint brings 0.5–0.75dB insertion loss; only 3–4 intermediate connections are allowed for stable 35km transmission. HYTOPTODEVICE modules provide sufficient power loss margin for complex Huawei on-site cabling environments.

Q9: Can I configure SNMP trap alarms for QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver APD receiver overload threshold on Huawei switches?
A: Yes. Fully calibrated HYTOPTODEVICE modules support complete DOM real-time monitoring and threshold alarms. Users can configure SNMP traps on Huawei VRP systems to prevent APD receiver overload and hardware damage on long-reach 100G links.

Q10: Why do 100G ER4 optical modules face extended factory lead times during global semiconductor component shortages?
A: High-end O-band EML lasers and APD receivers for 40km long-reach transceivers are niche low-yield components. As a professional supplier, HYTOPTODEVICE maintains stable component supply to ensure timely delivery of Huawei-compatible 100G optical modules.

Q11: Why do QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver Huawei links drop packets only during network microburst traffic?
A: Instant microburst traffic causes temporary CDR clock lock failure and packet loss. HYTOPTODEVICE modules adopt premium CDR chips to strengthen signal response and stabilize Huawei data center high-burst 100G transmission links.

Q12: Which latch structure optimizes high-density Huawei switch deployment: pull-tab or rubber bale-clasp QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver?
A: Pull-tab latch designs are ideal for high-density 100G port layouts. HYTOPTODEVICE tool-free pull-tab structure enables convenient module replacement without disturbing adjacent fibers, improving Huawei cabinet O&M efficiency.
Brand & Service Advantage 

HYTOPTODEVICE is a professional global supplier of high-compatibility long-reach optical transceivers, focusing on R&D and bulk supply of Huawei QSFP-100G-ER4-Lite compatible QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver. Every product undergoes strict optical parameter calibration, 72-hour high-low temperature cyclic aging testing, and real-machine interoperability verification on official Huawei VRP hardware platforms. We provide free sample testing, exclusive custom Huawei EEPROM coding, OEM private label customization, fast global logistics, and 5-year factory warranty service. Our compatible transceivers help enterprise users and system integrators reduce procurement costs significantly compared with original Huawei modules, while maintaining industrial-grade 40km long-distance transmission stability and full DDM diagnostic compatibility.

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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  • Front LC port view of Huawei QSFP-100G-ER4-Lite compatible QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for original module hardware replacement
  • Side profile MSA-certified QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for Huawei data center bulk upgrade projects
  • DDM-monitoring supported QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver internal chip close-up for Huawei VRP real-time diagnostic display
  • High-sensitivity APD receiver QSFP28 100G ER4 Transceiver for Huawei 40km long-reach DCI transmission

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