Cable Specicaons for QSFP+ and QSFP28 Transceivers
The 40-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ and 100-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP28 transceivers that are used in QFX
Series switches use 12-ribbon mulmode ber crossover cables with socket MPO/UPC connectors. The
ber can be either OM3 or OM4. These cables are not sold by Juniper Networks.
CAUTION: To maintain agency approvals, use only a properly constructed, shielded
cable.
TIP: Ensure that you order cables with the correct polarity. Vendors refer to these crossover
cables as
key up to key up
,
latch up to latch up
,
Type B
, or
Method B
. If you are using patch
panels between two QSFP+ or QSFP28 transceivers, ensure that the proper polarity is
maintained through the cable plant.
Table 32 on page 77 describes the signals on each ber. Table 33 on page 78 shows the pin-to-pin
connecons for proper polarity.
Table 32: QSFP+ and QSFP28
Opcal Module Receptacle Pinouts
Fiber Signal
1 Tx0 (Transmit)
2 Tx1 (Transmit)
3 Tx2 (Transmit)
4 Tx3 (Transmit)
5 Unused
6 Unused
7 Unused
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