What Ethernet standard does the HPE 747698-B21 module support?

The HPE 747698-B21 module is specified as a 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ Module and is categorized under 40GBASE-SR4 MMF MPO. This indicates that it is designed for 40 Gigabit Ethernet deployments that follow the 40GBASE-SR4 standard, making it suitable for environments where 40GBASE-SR4 optics are required.

What form factor is the HPE 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ Module 747698-B21?

The module is identified as an HPE 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ Module and is listed in the QSFP+ 40 Gigabit Ethernet category. This means it uses the QSFP+ form factor, which is intended for QSFP+ ports on compatible switches and routers that support 40 Gigabit Ethernet connections.

What type of fiber infrastructure is the HPE 747698-B21 intended for?

The HPE 747698-B21 is categorized under 40GBASE-SR4 MMF MPO, indicating that it is intended for multimode fiber (MMF) deployments utilizing MPO-style connectivity. This classification helps align the transceiver with environments that use multimode MPO trunk cabling for 40 Gigabit Ethernet links.

How can procurement teams accurately identify this HPE QSFP+ module?

Procurement teams can identify this module using its SKU 747698-B21 and model description HPE 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ Module. These identifiers, along with its category placement in QSFP+ 40 Gigabit Ethernet 40GBASE-SR4 MMF MPO, provide clear references when building bills of materials and ordering at scale.

Is the HPE 747698-B21 suitable for 40 Gigabit Ethernet switch uplinks?

Yes, the HPE 747698-B21 is defined as a 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ Module within the QSFP+ 40 Gigabit Ethernet 40GBASE-SR4 MMF MPO category. This indicates it is designed for 40 Gigabit Ethernet links using QSFP+ ports, making it suitable for switch uplinks that require 40GBASE-SR4 multimode MPO-based connectivity.

747698-B21 - HPE 747698-B21 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ Module

Name: HPE 747698-B21 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ Module
Brand: HPE
SKU: 747698-B21
Price: 115 USD
Availability: InStock

747698-B21 - HPE 747698-B21 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ Module | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ Module, SKU 747698-B21, is designed for 40 Gigabit Ethernet environments that utilize multimode fiber cabling. As part of the 40GBASE-SR4 MMF MPO category, this transceiver leverages the QSFP+ form factor to support high-bandwidth optical connectivity in dense networking platforms. The module is suitable for deployments that require 40GBASE-SR4 operation over multimode fiber with an MPO-style interface, aligning with common data center and aggregation-layer designs. Its categorization under QSFP+ 40 Gigabit Ethernet 40GBASE-SR4 MMF MPO helps procurement teams clearly match it to compatible switch and router ports specified for QSFP+ optics. The HPE branding and defined model name provide straightforward identification in standardized network bills of materials. While detailed performance metrics, port characteristics, and power consumption figures are not specified here, this module’s classification offers a clear indication of its intended 40G multimode optical networking role.

HPE 747698-B21 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ optical module
40GBASE-SR4 standard for 40 Gigabit Ethernet links
QSFP+ form factor for 40G switch and router ports
Designed for multimode fiber MMF MPO deployments
Clearly identified by SKU 747698-B21 for ordering
Suitable for categorized 40GBASE-SR4 MMF MPO networks

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	747698-B21
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished
Model	HPE 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ Module
Fiber Type	Multimode fiber (MMF)
Application	40 Gigabit Ethernet
Form Factor	Plug-in module
Product Line	BladeSystem c-Class
Product Type	QSFP+ transceiver module
Transceiver Type	QSFP+
Transmission Mode	SR4 (short reach, 4 lanes)

Compatible systems

Primarily used in HPE BladeSystem c-Class environments for 40GbE MMF links.

HPE BladeSystem
Model: c-Class
Form factor: Blade enclosure
Listed as BladeSystem C-Class 40GB QSFP+ MPO SR4 Transceiver Module 747698-B21.

Best for

Data center aggregation
Suitable for 40 Gigabit Ethernet aggregation links in data centers that standardize on QSFP+ 40GBASE-SR4 MMF MPO optics for high-throughput multimode fiber connectivity.
Campus core networking
Applicable in campus core or distribution layers where 40GBASE-SR4 multimode fiber connections are required using QSFP+ modules with MPO interfaces.
High-density 40G switch uplinks
Useful for switch uplinks that rely on QSFP+ 40GBASE-SR4 MMF MPO optics to deliver compact 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity in high-density environments.
Standardized 40G MMF deployments
Fits environments standardized on 40GBASE-SR4 multimode fiber solutions, aligning with the QSFP+ 40 Gigabit Ethernet 40GBASE-SR4 MMF MPO category.
HPE-oriented infrastructure
Appropriate for infrastructures that specify HPE-branded 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ modules, ensuring consistent identification via model name and SKU 747698-B21.

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Port Type	QSFP+ 40GbE
Connector Type	MPO
Data Link Protocol	40 Gigabit Ethernet
Connector Interface	1 x MPO

HPE 747698-B21 40GBASE-SR4 QSFP+ Module