TE Connectivity’s (TE) Quad Small Form-Factor Pluggable (QSFP28/56) and z-Quad Small Form-Factor Pluggable Plus (zQSFP+) interconnects offer increased data rates of 28 Gbps NRZ and 56 Gbps PAM-4 in an scalable design that allows for backwards compatibility with QSFP+ cables and transceivers, providing a simple upgrade path from 10 Gbps to 28 Gbps and 56 Gbps. The complete portfolio of interconnects deliver a large range of simple and customizable design options to meet most customer requirements. TE’s zQSFP+ interconnects are dual sourced with Molex, LLC.

Data transfer rates of 28 Gbps NRZ and 56 Gbps PAM-4
Supports Ethernet and InfiniBand (IB) Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) requirements
Supports single, dual and quad channel implementations
Superior signal integrity and EMI protection through 56 Gbps
Industry standard interface
Backwards compatible with QSFP+ cables and transceivers
Comprehensive product portfolio
Applications
Network interface
Switches
Servers
Routers
Wireless Base Stations
Test and Measurement Equipment