Article Overview
Huawei switches must use Huawei-certified optical modules; non-certified modules, including Huijue, may not be compatible and can affect service stability.
Compatibility Requirements
Huawei explicitly requires that all optical modules installed on their switches be Huawei-certified. Non-certified modules, such as those from Huijue or other third-party vendors, cannot guarantee transmission reliability and may cause service instability. Huawei does not take responsibility for any issues arising from the use of non-certified modules and will not provide support or fixes for such problems (Huawei documentation, 2026) .
Risks of Using Non-Certified Modules
- Transmission reliability issues: Non-certified modules may not meet Huawei's interoperability standards, leading to unexpected network failures.
- Service stability problems: Using incompatible modules can trigger alarms or degrade network performance.
- Lack of support: Huawei will not troubleshoot or repair problems caused by non-certified modules.
Verification and Certification
To ensure compatibility, Huawei provides methods to identify certified optical modules:
- Label Check: Certified modules have "HUAWEI" printed on the label.
- Command Verification: Using the
display transceiverordisplay elabelcommands on the switch can confirm the module's vendor name, manufacturing date, and certification status. Modules manufactured after July 1, 2013, for 10GE or lower, or after January 1, 2016, for 40GE/100GE, should display Huawei certification in these outputs (Huawei documentation, 2026) .
Practical Advice
If Huijue modules are not Huawei-certified, they may work in some cases, but their use is not recommended due to potential network instability and lack of official support. For critical deployments, it is strongly advised to purchase Huawei-certified optical modules or contact Huawei technical support to verify certification before installation. In summary, while Huijue optical modules might physically fit Huawei switches, only Huawei-certified modules are officially supported to ensure reliable operation and maintain warranty and support coverage.
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