Sagemcom Achieves DOCSIS 3.1 VFI Status for Fast 3994, Advancing Path to DOCSIS 4.0

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Bois-Colombes, 6 August 2026

Sagemcom today announced that its Fast 3994, a DOCSIS® 4.0 eMTA cable modem, has achieved DOCSIS 3.1 Verified for Interoperability (VFI) status as part of the CableLabs® certification program, marking a key milestone toward DOCSIS 4.0 readiness.

The VFI designation demonstrates that the Fast 3994 operates reliably in multi-vendor DOCSIS 3.1 environments, ensuring seamless integration across deployed networks and meeting a key prerequisite for DOCSIS 4.0 certification.

Designed for high-performance broadband services, the Fast 3994 enables multi-gigabit connectivity while supporting scalable and flexible network deployments, addressing the growing demand for bandwidth-intensive applications.

“Achieving DOCSIS 3.1 VFI status with the Fast 3994 reflects Sagemcom’s continued commitment to delivering standards-based, interoperable broadband solutions,” said Priscilla DEFOUG, VP Product at Sagemcom. “This milestone reinforces our ability to support operators in deploying reliable services today while preparing for the transition to DOCSIS 4.0.”

“We are pleased to see Sagemcom achieve DOCSIS 3.1 VFI status for the FAST3994 platform built on Broadcom’s Unified DOCSIS 4.0 cable modem silicon,” said Jay KIRCHOFF, Senior Director of Cable Modem Marketing, Wireless and Broadband Communications Division, Broadcom. “This milestone highlights our shared commitment to delivering carrier-grade broadband solutions that combine high performance, interoperability, and a seamless path for operators deploying next-generation DOCSIS networks.”

CableLabs’ interoperability and certification programs play a key role in validating compatibility across vendors and simplifying deployments, supporting the industry’s transition toward more flexible, high-capacity networks.

With this achievement, Sagemcom further strengthens its position as a trusted partner for service providers on the path to DOCSIS 4.0 networks. The company continues to invest in next-generation broadband technologies and works closely with industry and technology partners to ensure interoperability and accelerate innovation, as the Fast 3994 now progresses toward the next phases of DOCSIS 4.0 certification.