Cisco Meraki 40 Gigabit QSFP+ Transceiver-module - 40GBASE-SR4

The Cisco Meraki 40 Gigabit QSFP+ Transceiver Module (C9300-NM-2Q-M) is a high-performance, hot-swappable fiber optic module designed for 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. It enables high-speed data transmission over multi-mode fiber (MMF) using the 40GBASE-SR4 standard, making it ideal for data center and enterprise network uplinks.

Advantages

This module delivers reliable 40 Gbps throughput with low power consumption (<3.5W) and supports Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM) for real-time performance tracking. Its hot-swappable design simplifies maintenance and upgrades without network downtime.

Suitable for

• Data center spine-leaf architectures
• Enterprise campus network aggregation
• High-bandwidth server and storage connections
• Cisco Meraki MS390, MS425, and MS450 Series switches

Key specifications

• Form Factor: QSFP+
• Data Rate: 40 Gbps
• Interface: 40GBASE-SR4
• Wavelength: 850 nm
• Max Distance (OM3): 100 m
• Max Distance (OM4): 150 m
• Connector: MPO/MTP-12
• Fiber Type: Multi-mode (MMF)
• Duplex: Full-duplex
• Power Consumption: <3.5 W
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Compliance: IEEE 802.3ba

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use with OM4 multi-mode fiber and ensure proper MPO connector cleaning. This module is fully compatible with Cisco Meraki switches supporting QSFP+ ports.