Description

ZTE FS3 Module Fabric Switch module 3

Technical Description & Specifications of ZTE FS3 Module 

• Core Function: Aggregates baseband IQ data and manages internal data routing between baseband processing boards and Remote Radio Units (RRU).
• Operating Voltage: Supports standard -48V DC (-40V to -57V DC) BBU power supplies.
• Physical Form Factor: A Full-height (Double Module) board, measuring approximately 148.8 mm in height.
• Synchronization: Built-in support for GPS and IEEE 1588 V2 timing protocols.
• Environmental Limits: Designed for operating temperatures between -10°C and +55°C and humidity from 5% to 95%. 

Port Layout & SFP Transceivers  for ZTE FS3 Module 

• Optical Ports (Ir/CPRI): Generally features 6 to 12 baseband-to-radio (Ir) optical interfaces, depending on the specific sub-version.
• Transmission Ports: Often includes GE/FE (Gigabit/Fast Ethernet) optical and electrical ports for Iub/Abis backhaul transmission.
• Management Ports: Auxiliary ports for LMT (Local Maintenance Terminal) and clock reference.
• Supported SFPs: Uses standard SFP modules supporting rates like 2.4576 Gbps or 6.144 Gbps for CPRI links. 

Module Variants & Part Numbers ZTE Fabric Switch 

• FS3 (Standard): The baseline model for general LTE deployments.
• FS3A: A modified variant for specific multimode (GSM/UMTS/LTE) ZTE B8200 shelves.
• Model/Part Number: Often identified as B8200-FS3 or ZXSDR B8200 FS3. Internal manufacturing codes typically begin with 129 or 130. 

Comparison with Other Modules

• FS0 / FS1: Entry-level legacy modules with lower port density and throughput.
• FS5 Series: The 5G-optimized successor, offering up to 27 ports and significantly higher switching capacity than the FS3.