ECI Networks GLC-BX-D-ECI 1000BASE-BX10-D Downstream Bidirectional SFP Module - Single Fiber - Single-Mode - with DOM - Hot-Swappable
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This SFP module operates on the 1000BASE-BX10-D standard, which enables bidirectional communication over a single strand of single-mode fiber. It achieves a maximum data transfer rate of 1 Gbps, supporting full-duplex Gigabit Ethernet for reliable data, audio, and video transmission across distances up to 10 kilometers.
The module is designed with MSA (Multi-Source Agreement) compliance, ensuring interoperability with a wide range of networking equipment from major vendors. Its compact dimensions—0.33" height, 0.53" width, and 2.22" depth—allow for dense deployment in switch and router SFP slots.
Key Product Advantages
The GLC-BX-D-ECI SFP module offers several advantages for network infrastructure. Its bidirectional design reduces fiber cabling requirements by 50%, lowering installation costs and simplifying network topology. The single-mode fiber support ensures low signal attenuation and high bandwidth over long distances, making it suitable for backbone and metro network links.
Efficient Fiber Utilization
By using a single fiber strand for both transmit and receive functions, this module minimizes cabling complexity and conserves fiber resources in dense network environments.
- Reduces fiber count by half
- Simplifies patch panel management
- Lowers overall deployment costs
Enhanced Network Monitoring
Integrated DOM capabilities provide real-time insights into optical power levels, temperature, and voltage, enabling proactive maintenance and rapid fault isolation.
- Real-time diagnostic data
- Supports SNMP monitoring
- Improves network uptime
Deployment / Use Cases
This SFP module is designed for scenarios requiring reliable, high-speed connectivity over extended distances. It is commonly deployed in enterprise networks, data centers, and service provider environments where single-mode fiber infrastructure is already in place or being newly installed.
Typical use cases include connecting network switches across buildings, linking servers to storage arrays, and extending network segments in campus or metro area networks. The module's compatibility with MSA-compliant devices ensures seamless integration into multi-vendor network ecosystems.
Data Center Interconnects
Use this module to connect top-of-rack switches to aggregation layers or to establish links between data center pods, leveraging single-mode fiber for low-latency, high-bandwidth connections.
Enterprise Network Backbone
Deploy in core network switches to create resilient backbone links between distribution layers, supporting critical business applications and services with Gigabit Ethernet performance.
Physical Profile
The module features a standard SFP form factor with dimensions of 0.33" (8.50 mm) in height, 0.53" (13.40 mm) in width, and 2.22" (56.50 mm) in depth. Its hot-swappable design allows for tool-free installation and replacement in compatible networking equipment, minimizing downtime during maintenance or upgrades.
- Width
- 0.53" (13.40 mm)
- Depth
- 2.22" (56.50 mm)
- Height
- 0.33" (8.50 mm)
Highlights
- 1000BASE-BX10-D technology for Gigabit Ethernet over single-mode fiber
- Bidirectional communication on a single fiber strand
- DOM (Digital Optical Monitoring) for real-time performance diagnostics
- Hot-swappable SFP form factor for easy installation and maintenance
- MSA compliant for broad vendor interoperability
- Compact dimensions ideal for high-density deployments
- Supports data transfer rates up to 1 Gbps
- Designed for data networking and optical network applications
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | E.C.I. NETWORKS |
| Manufacturer Part Number | GLC-BX-D-ECI |
| Brand Name | ECI Networks |
| Product Name | 1000BASE-BX10-D Downstream Bidirectional Single Fiber; with DOM |
| Product Type | SFP (mini-GBIC) |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Data Networking,Optical Network |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 1 |
| Interfaces/Ports Details | 1 x 1000Base-BX10-D Network |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Fiber Mode Supported | Single-mode |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 1000Base-BX10-D |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 1 |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Hot-swappable |
| Height | 0.33" (8.50 mm) |
| Width | 0.53" (13.40 mm) |
| Depth | 2.22" (56.50 mm) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | MSA Compliant |
FAQ
What is the maximum distance supported by this SFP module?
The ECI Networks GLC-BX-D-ECI SFP module supports distances up to 10 kilometers over single-mode fiber when used with 1000BASE-BX10-D technology. This reach makes it suitable for connecting network equipment across buildings or campus environments without signal degradation.
Does this module support DOM monitoring, and what does it provide?
Yes, this SFP module includes DOM (Digital Optical Monitoring) capabilities. DOM provides real-time monitoring of optical parameters such as transmit and receive power, temperature, and supply voltage. This feature enables network administrators to proactively monitor link health, troubleshoot issues, and maintain optimal network performance.
Is this SFP module hot-swappable?
Yes, the module features a hot-swappable design, allowing it to be inserted or removed from compatible networking equipment without powering down the device. This capability minimizes network downtime during maintenance, upgrades, or module replacements, supporting continuous operation in critical environments.
What type of fiber is required for this SFP module?
This module requires single-mode fiber optic cable for operation. Single-mode fiber is designed for long-distance transmission with low signal attenuation, making it ideal for the 1000BASE-BX10-D technology used here. Ensure your fiber infrastructure matches this specification for proper performance.
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