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Product Features
Technical Overview
This SFP transceiver operates across an extended temperature range from 0°C to 70°C, ensuring reliable performance in varied environmental conditions. The fully metallic enclosure provides effective electromagnetic interference shielding while maintaining low power dissipation characteristics.
The module supports both SERDES and SGMII host system interfaces, enabling 1000Base-TX operation in SERDES environments and 10/100/1000Mbps compliance in SGMII configurations. Physical layer IC access via a 2-wire serial bus allows for monitoring and management capabilities within compatible networking equipment.
This section brings together practical product details such as Application/Usage, Total Number of Ports, Connector Type, Interfaces/Ports Details, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
The AddOn SFP-TX-AO combines technical precision with practical deployment advantages. Its compact RJ-45 connector assembly fits standard SFP cages while delivering full Gigabit Ethernet performance over copper infrastructure up to 100 meters.
Guaranteed Compatibility
Programmed and tested to perform identically to Citrix OEM transceivers, with validation across multiple NetScaler platforms including 10010, 10500, 12000, 12500, 15000, 15500, 9010, and 9700 series.
- 100% Citrix compatibility guarantee
- Unique serialization for traceability
- Tested for data-traffic and application performance
Standards Compliance
Adheres to Multi-Source Agreement standards for seamless network integration and meets Trade Agreements Act requirements for government and institutional purchasing.
- MSA compliant design
- TAA compliant for regulated procurement
- Manufactured in the United States
Deployment / Use Cases
This copper SFP transceiver is ideal for extending Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over existing copper cabling in data center, enterprise, and campus network environments. It serves as a cost-effective alternative to fiber transceivers when copper infrastructure is already deployed or when short to medium distance connections are required.
Primary use cases include connecting switches, routers, and servers within rack enclosures, linking network equipment across adjacent racks, and providing uplinks between networking devices in server rooms and wiring closets. The module's Citrix compatibility makes it particularly valuable for NetScaler application delivery controller deployments where reliable copper connectivity is needed for management interfaces or network segmentation.
Data Center Interconnect
Connect top-of-rack switches to aggregation layers using existing copper cabling, avoiding the cost of fiber conversion while maintaining Gigabit performance.
- Utilize existing copper infrastructure
- Maintain 1000Base-T performance
- Hot-pluggable for easy maintenance
Citrix NetScaler Integration
Deploy as a compatible replacement or expansion module for Citrix NetScaler platforms requiring copper SFP connectivity for network interfaces.
- Guaranteed NetScaler compatibility
- Supports multiple NetScaler models
- MSA standards for seamless integration
Physical Profile
With a depth of 2.80 inches (71.12 mm), this SFP transceiver maintains a compact form factor that fits standard SFP cages in networking equipment. The hot-pluggable design allows for installation and removal without powering down host systems, facilitating maintenance and upgrades with minimal network disruption.
- Depth
- 2.80" (71.12 mm)
Highlights
- 10/100/1000Base-TX copper SFP transceiver with RJ-45 connector
- Up to 100 meter reach over standard copper cabling
- Guaranteed 100% compatibility with Citrix NetScaler platforms
- Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliant for government procurement
- Multi-Source Agreement (MSA) standards compliant
- Hot-pluggable SFP footprint for easy installation
- Extended operating temperature range (0°C to 70°C)
- Fully metallic enclosure for low EMI performance
- Low power dissipation (1.05 W typical)
- 3-year limited warranty with US manufacturing
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AddOn |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SFP-TX-AO |
| Brand Name | AddOn |
| Product Name | SFP Module |
| Product Type | SFP |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Data Networking |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 1 |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 |
| Interfaces/Ports Details | 1 x RJ-45 1000Base-T Network |
| Media & Performance | |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 1000Base-T |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Depth | 2.80" (71.12 mm) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | NetScaler 10010 NetScaler 10500 NetScaler 10500-10G NetScaler 12000 NetScaler 12000-10G NetScaler 12500 NetScaler 12500-10G NetScaler 15000-10G NetScaler 15500 NetScaler 9010 NetScaler 9700 NetScaler 9700-10G MSA Compliant |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 3 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
What networking speeds does this SFP transceiver support?
The AddOn SFP-TX-AO supports 10/100/1000Base-TX auto-negotiation, providing flexible connectivity from 10 Mbps to 1 Gbps. It delivers up to 1.25 Gb/s bi-directional data links and is compliant with Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T) standards for reliable high-speed network performance.
What is the maximum distance this copper SFP can achieve?
This transceiver provides reliable connectivity up to 100 meters over standard copper cabling. The 100-meter reach makes it suitable for most intra-building and data center deployments where existing copper infrastructure is available, avoiding the need for fiber conversion for medium-distance connections.
Which Citrix devices is this SFP module compatible with?
The transceiver is guaranteed 100% compatible with multiple Citrix NetScaler platforms including the 10010, 10500, 12000, 12500, 15000, 15500, 9010, and 9700 series. It has been programmed, serialized, and tested to initialize and perform identically to Citrix OEM transceivers in these systems.
What does TAA compliance mean for this product?
TAA compliance indicates this transceiver meets the requirements of the Trade Agreements Act, making it eligible for purchase by US government agencies and institutions that mandate TAA-compliant products. This compliance ensures the module is manufactured in the United States or designated countries as defined by trade agreements.
Is this SFP transceiver hot-pluggable?
Yes, this module features a hot-pluggable SFP footprint that allows installation and removal without powering down the host networking equipment. This design facilitates maintenance, upgrades, and replacements with minimal network disruption, supporting operational efficiency in data center and enterprise environments.
What warranty comes with this SFP transceiver?
AddOn provides a 3-year limited warranty for this SFP-TX-AO transceiver. The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship, backed by the manufacturer's commitment to quality and performance standards. The module is manufactured in the United States and complies with MSA standards for reliable network integration.