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PAN-QSFP-40GBASE-ER4-BCC | Palo Alto Compatible 40GB Single-Mode ER4 Transceiver - 40km (40GBASE-ER4)

PAN-QSFP-40GBASE-ER4-BCC

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Description

The PAN-QSFP-40GBASE-ER4-BCC is a drop-in compatible replacement for the Palo Alto PAN-QSFP-40GBASE-ER4. This QSFP+ transceiver provides plug-and-play compatibility with Palo Alto Networks firewall platforms equipped with QSFP+ ports, delivering 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over extended distances. - IEEE 802.3ba 40GBASE-ER4 compliance guarantees interoperability with standards-compliant 40G infrastructure - QSFP+ form factor with four 10Gbps CWDM lanes at 1271, 1291, 1311, and 1331 nm wavelengths multiplexed over duplex LC single-mode fiber - 40km maximum reach over OS2 single-mode fiber with 19 dB link budget, using DFB laser transmitters and APD photodiode receivers - Digital diagnostic monitoring (DOM) support provides real-time access to per-channel optical power, temperature, bias current, and supply voltage via I2C interface per QSFP+ MSA - Hot-swappable operation with single 3.3V power supply in commercial temperature range (0 to 70 degrees C) - OTU3 and STM-256 protocol support for optical transport and SONET/SDH applications beyond Ethernet

Features

• Four-lane CWDM architecture multiplexes independent 10Gbps electrical signals onto discrete optical wavelengths, demultiplexed at the receiver to reconstruct the 40Gbps aggregate link without requiring dense wavelength systems
• APD (Avalanche Photodiode) receiver technology delivers enhanced sensitivity for detecting weak optical signals over extended metro distances, critical for maintaining link margin at 40km
• 19 dB guaranteed optical link budget supports metropolitan area network deployments, inter-data center connectivity, and service provider core links where distance exceeds 10GBASE-LR4 capability
• Duplex LC connectivity simplifies fiber infrastructure compared to parallel MPO optics, requiring only two fiber strands instead of twelve for equivalent 40Gbps throughput
• Compliance with QSFP+ MSA electrical interface (SFF-8436) ensures compatibility with standard host systems; Palo Alto platforms with proprietary authentication are supported through validated EEPROM programming
• Hot-pluggable design supports field installation and replacement without system shutdown; module initialization completes within specification-defined power-on time for operational readiness
• Per-channel DOM parameters enable granular troubleshooting of individual CWDM lanes, allowing isolation of wavelength-specific issues such as imbalanced optical power or excessive bias current on a single transmitter

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Technical Specifications

Brand: Blue Cable Co
BCC SKU: PAN-QSFP-40GBASE-ER4-BCC
Compatible Replacement For: PAN-QSFP-40GBASE-ER4
Compatibility: Palo Alto compatible
Lab Testing: Tested in Sydney, Australia
Warranty: 5-year advanced hardware replacement (Blue Cable Co)
Form Factor: QSFP+
Data Rate: 40 Gbps aggregate (4 x 10 Gbps lanes)
Wavelength: 1271 nm, 1291 nm, 1311 nm, 1331 nm (CWDM, ITU-T G.694.2 grid)
Fibre Type: Single-mode (SMF)
Connector Type: Duplex LC/UPC
DOM Support: Yes (per-channel Tx/Rx power, temperature, bias current, voltage)
Standards: IEEE 802.3ba 40GBASE-ER4, QSFP+ MSA (SFF-8436), OTU3, STM-256
Max Reach: Up to 40 km over OS2 single-mode fiber (per datasheet, subject to fibre and link conditions)
Link Budget: 19 dB minimum optical budget
Transmitter Type: DFB laser array
Receiver Type: APD photodiode array
Operating Temperature: 0 to 70 degrees C (commercial)
Power Supply: Single 3.3V

FAQs

Q: Will this work in place of the PAN-QSFP-40GBASE-ER4?
A: Yes. This transceiver is designed as a plug-and-play replacement for the Palo Alto PAN-QSFP-40GBASE-ER4. It matches the IEEE 802.3ba 40GBASE-ER4 specification, QSFP+ form factor, and CWDM wavelength plan (1271/1291/1311/1331 nm), ensuring full functional equivalence in Palo Alto QSFP+ ports. The module has been tested in Sydney and programmed for compatibility with Palo Alto Networks platforms.

Q: Which Palo Alto firewall models support this transceiver?
A: This transceiver is compatible with Palo Alto firewall platforms that include QSFP+ interfaces supporting 40GBASE-ER4, such as PA-5200 series HSCI and standard QSFP+ ports, and PA-7000 series. Confirm your specific model includes QSFP+ ports rated for 40G operation; the module conforms to QSFP+ MSA standards and IEEE 802.3ba, so any Palo Alto platform listing PAN-QSFP-40GBASE-ER4 support will accept this replacement.

Q: What single-mode fiber type and patch cord quality is required for 40km reach?
A: Use OS2 single-mode fiber (G.652 standard) with duplex LC connectors. The 40km distance specification assumes 19 dB total link budget, which accommodates approximately 0.4 dB/km fiber attenuation plus connector and splice losses. For links approaching 40km, verify fiber quality, use low-loss LC connectors (under 0.3 dB insertion loss per mated pair), ensure clean end-faces, and avoid excessive bend radius violations. Links beyond 30km may require engineered link analysis to confirm power budget.

Q: Can I monitor the health of individual CWDM lanes via DOM?
A: Yes. The module provides per-channel DOM data accessible via the I2C interface as specified by QSFP+ MSA. You can independently monitor transmitted optical power, received optical power, and laser bias current for each of the four CWDM wavelengths, plus module-wide temperature and supply voltage. On Palo Alto firewalls, use CLI commands such as 'show transceiver-detail' to access these parameters for diagnosing wavelength-specific issues like imbalanced channel power or receiver sensitivity degradation.

Q: Does this module support OTU3 rates for optical transport network applications?
A: Yes. The transceiver supports data rates up to 44.8 Gbps, which includes OTU3 (43.01 Gbps) and OTU3e2 (44.58 Gbps) for optical transport networks, and STM-256 (39.81 Gbps) for SONET/SDH applications, in addition to 40 Gigabit Ethernet (41.25 Gbps). The four-lane CWDM architecture accommodates these protocol variations. Note that application support depends on the host platform capabilities; confirm your Palo Alto firewall port configuration supports the intended protocol mode beyond standard Ethernet.

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