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Gray QSFP28 transceiver module with LC duplex connector

HPE

HPE R9B63A 100G QSFP28 LC FR1 SMF 2KM transceiver

SKU CH-9B4P-SEAQA MPN R9B63A

A 100G QSFP28 transceiver with LC connector for single-mode fibre links up to 2 km

  • ColorGray
  • TypeComputer Accessories
  • 100G QSFP28 transceiver for high-speed network links
  • 2 km single-mode reach extends campus connections
  • LC duplex connector fits standard patch panels
  • Gray metal housing shields signal integrity
  • HPE Aruba qualified module ensures switch compatibility

HPE 100G QSFP28 FR1 transceiver

This HPE R9B63A module provides a 100G QSFP28 interface for single-mode fibre links up to two kilometres. It suits data-centre operators and network engineers who need long-reach connectivity in a standard form factor. The grey housing matches typical Aruba and HPE switch port aesthetics.

Pre-installation checklist

Verify that the host switch or router accepts QSFP28 modules and supports the FR1 specification for 100G operation. Confirm the patch panel and cabling use LC duplex connectors on single-mode fibre. Ensure the link budget matches the two-kilometre reach without exceeding receiver sensitivity.

Upgrade context

This transceiver replaces shorter-reach 100G optics such as SR4 or DR1 modules when the fibre run exceeds their distance limits. It is not for links requiring extended reach beyond two kilometres or for multimode fibre infrastructure. The jump is justified when existing cabling already supports single-mode and the longer span is mandatory.

Highlights

  • 100G QSFP28 transceiver for high-speed network links
  • 2 km single-mode reach extends campus connections
  • LC duplex connector fits standard patch panels
  • Gray metal housing shields signal integrity
  • HPE Aruba qualified module ensures switch compatibility

Specifications

BrandHPE
ModelR9B63A
ColorGray
TypeComputer Accessories
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size197 × 64 × 32 mm

Questions about this item

What comes with the HPE R9B63A 100G QSFP28 LC FR1 SMF 2KM transceiver and what must I buy separately?

The transceiver ships as a single gray module with an LC duplex interface for single-mode fibre. Patch cables, cleaning tools and any host-side QSFP28 cages or switches are not included and must be sourced separately.

How do I decide which reach or capacity version of the HPE R9B63A to choose?

This model is a fixed 100G FR1 variant rated for 2 km over single-mode fibre. No other reach or capacity options exist under the R9B63A part number, so select it when your link distance falls within that 2 km specification.

What does the 100G headline rate mean once the HPE R9B63A is installed in a switch?

The module delivers a single 100 Gb/s lane using FR1 optics over an LC duplex pair, providing 2 km reach on standard single-mode fibre when the host port supports 100G QSFP28 operation.

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