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QSFP-40GBIDI-BCC | Dell Compatible 40GB Multi-Mode BiDi - 100m (40GBASE-SR-BD)

QSFP-40GBIDI-BCC | Dell Compatible 40GB Multi-Mode BiDi - 100m (40GBASE-SR-BD)

QSFP-40GBIDI-BCC

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Description

The QSFP-40GBIDI-BCC is a drop-in compatible replacement for the Dell QSFP-40GBIDI and 407-BBXT transceivers. This BiDi transceiver provides plug-and-play 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over duplex multimode fiber using standard LC connectors, enabling you to reuse existing 10G duplex fiber infrastructure for 40G upgrades. - Compliant with IEEE 802.3ba 40GBASE-SR-BD and QSFP+ MSA SFF-8436, ensuring seamless interoperability in any standards-compliant 40G QSFP+ port - QSFP+ form factor with 40Gbps aggregate throughput at 10.3125 Gbps per electrical channel using 64b/66b encoding - Operates at 832nm to 918nm wavelength range via duplex LC connector over multi-mode fiber - Supports 100m reach on OM3 fiber and 150m on OM4 fiber - Bi-directional transmission using two wavelengths per fiber enables duplex connectivity over just two fiber strands instead of 12-fiber MPO - Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DOM) support provides real-time access to temperature, voltage, bias current, and optical power parameters - Available in two Dell-compatible variants: QSFP-40GBIDI and 407-BBXT

Features

• BiDi architecture transmits and receives on both fibers simultaneously using wavelength division multiplexing at 850nm and 900nm nominal, with passive WDM filters separating Tx and Rx channels on each strand
• Four electrical lanes at 10.3125 Gbps with 64b/66b encoding aggregate to 40Gbps, compliant with 40GbE XLPPI electrical interface per IEEE 802.3ba
• Duplex LC connector interface reuses existing 10GBASE-SR duplex fiber cabling, eliminating the need for MPO infrastructure or fiber strand upgrades when migrating from 10G to 40G
• Hot-pluggable with single +3.3V power supply, enabling in-service insertion and removal without powering down the host platform
• Real-time digital diagnostics via I2C interface per QSFP+ MSA specification provide continuous monitoring of transceiver temperature, supply voltage, laser bias current, transmit optical power, and receive optical power
• RoHS compliant and lead-free per Directive 2011/65/EU, meeting environmental and safety standards for data center deployment

Warranty

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Technical Specifications

Brand: Blue Cable Co
BCC SKU: QSFP-40GBIDI-BCC
Compatible Replacement For: QSFP-40GBIDI, 407-BBXT
Compatibility: Dell compatible
Lab Testing: Tested in Sydney, Australia
Warranty: 5-year advanced hardware replacement (Blue Cable Co)
Form Factor: QSFP+
Data Rate: 40Gbps aggregate (10.3125 Gbps per channel)
Wavelength: 832nm to 918nm
Fibre Type: Multi-Mode (MMF)
Connector Type: Duplex LC
DOM Support: Yes (Digital Diagnostic Monitoring)
Standards: IEEE 802.3ba-2010 40GBASE-SR-BD, QSFP+ MSA SFF-8436
Max Reach: 100m on OM3, 150m on OM4 (per datasheet, subject to fibre and link conditions)
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C (commercial)

FAQs

Q: Will this work in place of the Dell QSFP-40GBIDI or 407-BBXT?
A: Yes. This transceiver is a direct replacement for both Dell QSFP-40GBIDI and 407-BBXT part numbers. It conforms to the same IEEE 802.3ba 40GBASE-SR-BD standard, QSFP+ form factor, and operates at the identical 832-918nm wavelength range with duplex LC interface. It provides plug-and-play compatibility in any Dell platform that specifies either OEM SKU.

Q: Which Dell platforms support this transceiver?
A: This transceiver works in any Dell Networking switch or router with 40G QSFP+ ports that support 40GBASE-SR-BD BiDi transceivers over multimode fiber. Compatibility is determined by the port supporting the IEEE 802.3ba 40GBASE electrical interface and QSFP+ MSA form factor, rather than specific platform models.

Q: How does BiDi wavelength pairing work, and why does it matter?
A: BiDi transceivers transmit and receive on both fibers simultaneously using complementary wavelengths. One transceiver sends at 850nm and receives at 900nm on each fiber, while the far-end transceiver reverses this (transmits 900nm, receives 850nm). Passive WDM filters inside each module separate the wavelengths. Both ends must use BiDi transceivers with matching wavelength pairs. You cannot connect a BiDi module to a standard 40GBASE-SR4 or any non-BiDi transceiver.

Q: What is the actual optical power budget, and does it guarantee 150m reach?
A: The module has a minimum guaranteed optical budget of 2 dB. Actual reach depends on fiber quality, connector losses, and patch panel insertion loss. With typical OM4 fiber (3.0 dB/km attenuation) and clean connectors, 150m is achievable. OM3 fiber supports 100m. Distance is calculated conservatively, and many installations exceed these values, but link budget analysis is recommended for marginal cases or if connector count is high.

Q: Can I use this in breakout mode to connect to four 10G ports?
A: No. Unlike 40GBASE-SR4 modules with MPO connectors that support 4x10G breakout, BiDi transceivers use duplex LC and transmit a single 40G signal over two fibers using wavelength multiplexing. The module does not support lane breakout. It is designed exclusively for native 40G links between two BiDi-capable ports and enables reuse of duplex fiber infrastructure originally deployed for 10G.

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