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Axiom QSFP+ transceiver module with LC duplex port, matte metal finish

Axiom

Axiom PAN-QSFP-40GBASE-BIDI-AX 40GBASE-SR-BiDi QSFP+ switch module

SKU CH-AXHF-2A5FF MPN PAN-QSFP-40GBASE-BIDI-AX

A 40 Gigabit BiDi QSFP+ transceiver with LC duplex multi-mode optics for Palo Alto switches

  • 40 Gbps throughput over a single LC duplex link
  • Bi-directional optics halve fibre strand count for 40GBase-SR
  • Multi-mode fibre support fits existing OM3/OM4 plant
  • MSA-compliant BiDi design ensures interoperable deployment
  • RoHS-certified build with lifetime limited warranty

40G BiDi transceiver for Palo Alto networks

This Axiom QSFP+ module delivers 40 Gigabit Ethernet over a single LC duplex connection using bidirectional optics. It is built for data-centre operators and network engineers who need to expand 40G capacity on existing multi-mode fibre without pulling new cables. The MSA-compliant design targets Palo Alto switching platforms that support the 40GBase-SR BiDi standard.

Hot-pluggable QSFP+ form factor with LC duplex

The transceiver slots directly into a standard QSFP+ cage and locks with a bail latch, so links can be added or swapped without powering down the switch. A single LC connector carries both transmit and receive wavelengths, halving the patch-panel density compared with parallel optics. RoHS certification confirms restricted-substance compliance for regulated environments.

Reach limited by multi-mode fibre bandwidth

Bidirectional 40G transmission relies on the modal bandwidth of the installed multi-mode cable, so link distance is constrained by the fibre grade and connector loss budget. The single-fibre-pair architecture also means the module cannot interoperate with conventional 40GBase-SR4 parallel-optic transceivers. Buyers needing longer reach or compatibility with MPO-based 40G optics must select a different module type.

Highlights

  • 40 Gbps throughput over a single LC duplex link
  • Bi-directional optics halve fibre strand count for 40GBase-SR
  • Multi-mode fibre support fits existing OM3/OM4 plant
  • MSA-compliant BiDi design ensures interoperable deployment
  • RoHS-certified build with lifetime limited warranty

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What interface standard does the 40GBASE-SR-BiDi QSFP+ module use, and what throughput does it support?

The module uses a QSFP+ interface and supports 40 Gigabit Ethernet throughput over multi-mode fibre.

What physical connector and fibre type are required to install this transceiver?

It requires an LC duplex connector and multi-mode fibre cabling for the BiDi optical link.

How is the module installed in a Palo Alto switch, and what step is often missed?

Insert the QSFP+ transceiver into the switch port until it clicks, then attach the LC cables; the step often missed is removing the dust caps from both the module and the fibre connectors before linking them.

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