Dell 4WGYD 100G BASE-SR4 100-Meter QSFP28 850nm XCVR

Overview
The Dell 4WGYD 100G BASE-SR4 100-Meter QSFP28 850nm XCVR is a high performance optical transceiver designed for data center and enterprise networking environments. Engineered to deliver reliable 100 Gigabit Ethernet connections over multimode fiber, this module enables fast, low latency communication across distances up to 100 meters. Its compact QSFP28 form factor fits seamlessly into Dell networking switches and compatible third-party platforms, providing a scalable solution for growing bandwidth demands.

Key Features

• Supports 100GBASE-SR4 standard for 100 Gigabit Ethernet
• Operates at 850nm wavelength for optimal performance on OM4 and OM5 multimode fiber
• Reach of up to 100 meters (328 feet) on standard multimode fiber
• Low power consumption of 4.5 watts typical, helping reduce overall data center energy costs
• Hot-plug capable for easy installation and maintenance without service interruption
• Built to Dell quality standards with robust mechanical design for high reliability

Technical Specifications

• Form factor: QSFP28
• Connector type: MPO 12 fiber (4 lanes x 12 fibers)
• Transmit wavelength: 850nm
• Data rate: 100 Gbps (4 lanes of 25 Gbps each)
• Maximum reach: 100 meters on OM4/OM5 multimode fiber
• Operating temperature: 0 to 70 degrees Celsius
• Power consumption: 4.5 watts typical, 5.5 watts maximum
• Compliance: IEEE 802.3bs, RoHS

Applications
The 100G BASE-SR4 transceiver is ideal for high-density data center deployments, including spine-leaf architectures, server farms, and storage area networks. It also serves well in enterprise campus backbones, high-performance computing clusters, and cloud service provider infrastructures where ultra-fast, reliable connectivity is essential. By providing a cost-effective optical solution for short-reach interconnects, this Dell transceiver helps organizations scale their network capacity while maintaining low latency and high data integrity.