40Gigabit Small Form-factor PluggablesAllied Telesis QSFP Series pluggable optical modules offer the latest industry-standard 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity in a flexible, small form factor. These hot-swappable transceiver modules simply plug into any compatible Allied Telesis product.Options The hot-swappable feature of the QSFP Series allows for network changes without removal or reconfiguration of costly network equipment.Applications The QSFP Series supports 40GbE and high-density 10GbE interconnects. They are ideal for Datacom/Telecom switch and router connections, as well as data aggregation, backplane, proprietary protocol and high-density applications.InteroperabilityThe Allied Telesis QSFP Series is fully compliant with industry-standard networking regulations. This allows Allied Telesis QSFP modules to be used on any networking equipment which complies with industry standards.