Networking

As data traffic continues to grow, the demand for faster and more efficient network connectivity has never been higher. The QSFP56 optical transceiver is a pivotal solution in meeting these demands, specifically designed for 200G Ethernet applications. In this article, we’ll dive into the technical aspects of QSFP56...

If you're dealing with Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) modules, you may find yourself needing to identify whether it's single-mode or multimode. The distinction is important as it affects network performance, distance, and overall cost. Here's a complete guide on how to identify the type of your SFP, with a focus ...

In today’s rapidly evolving data center and cloud networking landscape, the need for higher-speed connections and bandwidth scalability is paramount. Enter the 400G QSFP112 transceiver, a crucial component enabling data centers to handle the immense traffic demands of modern applications. The QSFP112 family, which o...

In the modern data center and enterprise environment, 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) has become the baseline for high-performance networking. While fiber optics and Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cables dominate many deployments, 10GBASE-T SFP+ transceivers offer a compelling alternative: cost-effective, backward-compatibl...

Modern enterprise networks rely on high-performance switches to keep data moving quickly and securely. Two of the most important elements in these switches are SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) and QSFP (Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable) ports. While they may look similar at first glance, these ports are designed fo...

1G SFPs aren’t “all the same.” Media (fiber vs copper), wavelength, reach, connector, temperature grade, and even application domain (Ethernet, SONET/SDH, PON, Fibre Channel) all matter. Use the tables below to pick the exact 1G SFP you need—then sanity-check with the ordering checklist at the end.How to Classify th...

QSFP+ (Quad Small Form-Factor Pluggable Plus) is the workhorse optical form factor for 40 GbE compact, hot-pluggable, and built around 4×10 Gb/s electrical lanes per direction. In data centers, it enables short-reach MMF fabrics, long-reach SMF leaf–spine, and simple 4×10G breakouts. This guide demystifies QSFP+ typ...

IPv4 and IPv6 are versions of the Internet Protocol, the addressing and routing layer that moves packets from A to B. IPv4 uses 32-bit addresses (about 4.3B total), while IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses (effectively inexhaustible for practical purposes) and a streamlined header plus extension headers for options.Short a...

Every device on your network needs an IP address. You can either assign it manually (Static IP) or let the network hand it out automatically (DHCP). The right choice affects deployment speed, troubleshooting, security, remote access, and long-term scale. This guide gives you a clean, table-driven comparison, practic...

Patch cables and crossover cables are both twisted-pair Ethernet leads with RJ-45 (8P8C) connectors—but they’re wired differently and therefore used in different situations. This guide gives you clean wiring tables, quick “when to use” rules, modern notes on Auto-MDI/MDI-X, and deployment checklists so you can stop ...