What type of transceiver is the HPE 720187-B21?

The 720187-B21 is a Hewlett Packard Enterprise BladeSystem c-Class 40Gb QSFP+ MPO SR4 100m transceiver. It belongs to the QSFP+ 40Gb Ethernet optical transceiver category and is aligned with the 40GBASE-SR4 MPO multimode 100m classification for enterprise environments requiring 40Gb optical links.

Which optical standard does the 720187-B21 support?

This module is categorized as a 40GBASE-SR4 MPO multimode 100m transceiver. That means it is intended for 40GBASE-SR4 optical connectivity over multimode fiber using an MPO SR4 interface, with a specified reach of up to 100 meters for suitable multimode installations.

What is the intended platform for the 720187-B21 transceiver?

The model name specifies HPE BladeSystem c-Class 40Gb QSFP+ MPO SR4 100m Transceiver, indicating it is designed for use in BladeSystem c-Class environments. Procurement and engineering teams should align it with HPE BladeSystem c-Class infrastructures that support QSFP+ MPO SR4 modules.

What reach does the HPE 720187-B21 support over multimode fiber?

According to its category designation, the HPE BladeSystem c-Class 40Gb QSFP+ MPO SR4 100m Transceiver is specified for 40GBASE-SR4 MPO multimode connections up to 100 meters. Network designs should keep fiber runs within this 100 meter distance to remain inside the stated operating range.

Is the 720187-B21 suitable for enterprise deployments?

: "Yes, the product level is defined as Enterprise. Combined with its role as a BladeSystem c-Class 40Gb QSFP+ MPO SR4 100m transceiver and 40GBASE-SR4 MPO multimode 100m classification, it is positioned for enterprise data center or campus environments that require 40Gb multimode optical links.

720187-B21 - HPE Hewlett Packard Enterprise 720187-B21 40Gb QSFP+ MPO SR4 transceiver

Name: HPE Hewlett Packard Enterprise 720187-B21 40Gb QSFP+ MPO SR4 transceiver
Brand: HPE
SKU: 720187-B21
Price: 115 USD
Availability: InStock

720187-B21 - HPE Hewlett Packard Enterprise 720187-B21 40Gb QSFP+ MPO SR4 transceiver | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Hewlett Packard Enterprise 720187-B21 is a BladeSystem c-Class 40Gb QSFP+ MPO SR4 100m transceiver designed for enterprise environments that require 40GBASE-SR4 multimode connectivity. As a QSFP+ 40Gb Ethernet optical transceiver, it is suited to short reach links up to 100 meters where MPO multimode cabling is deployed. The MPO SR4 interface aligns with structured cabling systems that use parallel multimode fiber for 40Gb Ethernet. Positioned in the enterprise product segment, this module fits organizations standardizing on HPE BladeSystem c-Class infrastructure and 40Gb connectivity. Its form factor and optical interface allow IT teams to integrate 40Gb links into existing multimode fiber infrastructure that supports MPO terminations. The focus on a defined 100 meter reach helps network planners design aggregation or access layer connections within data halls where link distances remain within this supported range.

QSFP+ 40Gb Ethernet optical transceiver
40GBASE-SR4 MPO multimode 100m reach
Designed for BladeSystem c-Class use
MPO SR4 multimode fiber interface
Enterprise product level designation
Supports 40Gb optical data center links

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	720187-B21
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished
Model	HPE BladeSystem c-Class 40Gb QSFP+ MPO SR4 100m Transceiver
Series	HPE QSFP+ Transceivers
Technology	40GBASE-SR4 40 Gigabit Ethernet optical
Wavelength	850 nm
Application	40-Gigabit connectivity for HPE BladeSystem c-Class
Fiber Count	8 fibers
Form Factor	QSFP+
Product Line	HPE BladeSystem c-Class

Compatible systems

Transceiver is used in HPE BladeSystem c-Class environments; OS compatibility depends on host switch or blade hardware, not the module itself.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise HPE BladeSystem c-Class
Model: Various c-Class blade enclosures and switches
Form factor: BladeSystem c-Class enclosure
Designed as a 40Gb QSFP+ MPO SR4 100m transceiver option for HPE BladeSystem c-Class infrastructure; 720187-B21 listed in HPE QSFP+ Transceiver QuickSpecs and Synergy 40Gb F8 Switch documentation.

Best for

BladeSystem c-Class deployments
Suited for HPE BladeSystem c-Class environments that require 40Gb connectivity using QSFP+ transceivers with MPO SR4 multimode interfaces over 100 meter links.
40GBASE-SR4 multimode links
Appropriate for data center connections that use 40GBASE-SR4 multimode optical links up to 100 meters within aggregation or access tiers.
MPO SR4 structured cabling
Fits installations built around MPO SR4 cabling where parallel multimode fiber is used to deliver 40Gb Ethernet connectivity in enterprise networks.

Data Transfer Rate	40 Gbps
Media Type Supported	Optical fiber

Connector Type	MPO connector
Port Interface	QSFP+
Number of Ports	1 QSFP+ port
Network Technology	40GBase-SR4
Ethernet Technology	40 Gigabit Ethernet

HPE Hewlett Packard Enterprise 720187-B21 40Gb QSFP+ MPO SR4 transceiver

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