Network reference
SFP → QSFP28 — Quick Reference
Reference table for common transceiver modules and connectors (SFP, SFP+, SFP28, QSFP+, QSFP28)
Speed
SFP = 1G | SFP+ = 10G | SFP28 = 25G | QSFP+ = 40G (4×10G lanes) | QSFP28 = 100G (4×25G lanes)
Transceiver speed & breakout
| Transceiver | Speed | Breakout | Connector type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SFP | 1 Gbps | No | LC (fiber) / RJ45 (copper) |
| SFP+ | 10 Gbps | No | LC / RJ45 / DAC |
| SFP28 | 25 Gbps | No | LC / DAC |
| QSFP+ | 40 Gbps (4×10G) | Yes | MPO (fiber) / DAC |
| QSFP28 | 100 Gbps (4×25G) | Yes | MPO (fiber) / DAC |