Supported Transceivers and Cables

For current information on qualified transceivers supported by this device, refer to the Brocade Transceiver Support Matrix and the resources on the Brocade Transceiver Module webpage. These resources include transceiver data sheets.

FC64-48 and FC32-X7-48 ports require the use of supported optics that are labeled with an SEC designation in the optic description. Gen 6 32Gb/s optics that do not have SEC in the product description are not supported. The image provides an example of an optic label with SEC in the description (32G LW-SEC 10km).

The following note applies to QSFP transceivers on core routing blades.
  • To connect an ICL between a QSFP on a Director core routing blade and a QSFP on a DCX 8510 Director core routing blade, use the 4x32Gb/s QSFP28 SWL transceiver that supports 4x32Gb/s and 4x16Gb/s operation. Use the appropriate ICL kit to meet QSFP requirements. Contact your representative for ordering information.
  • To connect an ICL between a QSFP on a Director core routing blade and a QSFP on a DCX 8510 Director core routing blade, use the 4x32Gb/s QSFP28 SWL transceiver that supports 4x32Gb/s and 4x16Gb/s operation. Use the appropriate ICL kit to meet QSFP requirements. Contact your representative for ordering information.

The following figures show examples of QSFP-to-QSFP and QSFP breakout cables.

Figure 1. QSFP-to-QSFP Standard Cables
  1. QSFP Quad Connector
Figure 2. QSFP-to-SFP Breakout/Cables

This is only useful for ICLs if connecting to a patch panel.

  1. QSFP MPO Connector
  2. SFP Connectors
DANGER
Use only optical transceivers that are qualified by Broadcom and comply with the FDA Class 1 radiation performance requirements defined in 21 CFR Subchapter I, and with IEC 60825 and EN60825. Optical products that do not comply with these standards might emit light that is hazardous to the eyes.

For Class 1M transceiver specifications, see Class 1M Transceiver Specifications.