Finisar FTLX8574D3BCV SFP+ Module - 1G/10G Dual-Rate Multimode LC Duplex Optical Transceiver with DOM
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This SFP+ transceiver operates as a limiting module, employing a limiting receiver architecture optimized for interoperability with EDC PHY ICs in host systems. It fully complies with SFF-8431, IEEE 802.3-2012 standards for 10GBASE-SR/SW and 1000BASE-SX, ensuring reliable performance across supported distances on multimode fiber.
The module's design prioritizes signal integrity and low power consumption, making it suitable for dense network deployments where thermal management and space efficiency are critical. Built in Malaysia with RoHS-compliant materials, it meets stringent environmental regulations while maintaining industrial-grade durability.
Key Product Advantages
The FTLX8574D3BCV combines dual-rate flexibility with robust diagnostic capabilities, reducing operational complexity and total cost of ownership. Its hot-pluggable design allows for tool-free installation and replacement, minimizing network downtime during maintenance or upgrades.
Dual-Rate Versatility
Supports both 1G and 10G Ethernet speeds on a single module, enabling seamless migration from existing Gigabit networks to 10-Gigabit infrastructure without replacing transceivers.
- Backward compatible with 1G networks
- Future-proof for 10G upgrades
Enhanced Monitoring
Digital diagnostics functions provide detailed insights into temperature, voltage, optical power, and bias current, facilitating proactive fault detection and performance optimization.
- SFF-8472 compliant interface
- Real-time parameter tracking
Deployment / Use Cases
Ideal for data center interconnects, enterprise backbone links, and storage area networks (SANs) requiring high-bandwidth, low-latency connections over multimode fiber. The module is specifically designed for use with 10G SFP+ ports and 1G/10G SFP+ ports, ensuring optimal performance in modern switching and routing equipment.
Common applications include connecting servers to top-of-rack switches, aggregating traffic in distribution layers, and extending network segments within campus environments. Its compatibility with standard multimode fiber cables simplifies integration into existing optical infrastructure, supporting distances up to the limits defined by 10GBASE-SR/SW specifications.
Data Center Use
Deploy in spine-leaf architectures for high-speed server-to-switch connectivity, leveraging the module's low power and diagnostic features for efficient large-scale operations.
Enterprise Networking
Use in core and distribution switches to aggregate traffic from access layers, providing reliable 10G uplinks that support bandwidth-intensive applications and virtualization.
Highlights
- 1G/10G dual-rate SFP+ optical transceiver for multimode fiber networks
- LC duplex connector supports standard optical fiber cabling
- Digital diagnostics monitoring (DOM) via 2-wire serial interface (SFF-8472)
- Hot-pluggable form factor for easy installation and maintenance
- Compliant with SFF-8431 and IEEE 802.3-2012 10GBASE-SR/SW, 1000BASE-SX
- Limiting module design with optimized receiver for EDC PHY IC interoperability
- RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU compliant for environmental safety
- Designed for 10G SFP+ and 1G/10G SFP+ ports, not native 1G SFP ports
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Finisar Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FTLX8574D3BCV |
| Brand Name | Finisar |
| Product Name | SFP+ Module |
| Product Type | SFP+ |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Optical Network,Data Networking |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 1 |
| Connector Type | LC |
| Interfaces/Ports Details | 1 x LC Duplex 10GBase-SR/SW Network |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Fiber Mode Supported | Multi-mode |
| Ethernet Technology | 10 Gigabit Ethernet,Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 10GBase-SR/SW,1000Base-SX |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Hot-pluggable |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
FAQ
What is the difference between this SFP+ module and a standard SFP module?
This Finisar FTLX8574D3BCV is an SFP+ module, which supports higher data rates up to 10 Gigabit Ethernet, whereas standard SFP modules typically max out at 1 Gigabit. It is designed for use with 10G SFP+ ports and dual-rate 1G/10G SFP+ ports, offering backward compatibility for network upgrades. It also includes enhanced digital diagnostics per SFF-8472, which may not be available on all SFP modules.
Can this transceiver be used with singlemode fiber?
No, this module is specifically designed for multimode fiber only. The product specifications clearly state it supports multi-mode media, and its optical design is optimized for the core diameter and wavelength characteristics of multimode fiber. For singlemode applications, you would need a different transceiver model with appropriate wavelength and reach specifications.
What does 'limiting module' mean for this SFP+ transceiver?
A limiting module employs a limiting receiver architecture, which is designed to handle higher signal amplitudes and provide consistent performance in environments with varying optical power levels. This design is particularly important for interoperability with host boards using EDC (Electronic Dispersion Compensation) PHY ICs. For proper operation, host designers should follow the IC manufacturer's recommended settings when integrating this module.
Does this module support digital diagnostics monitoring (DDM/DOM)?
Yes, the FTLX8574D3BCV includes digital diagnostics functions accessible via a 2-wire serial interface as specified in SFF-8472. This allows monitoring of key parameters such as temperature, supply voltage, laser bias current, transmitted optical power, and received optical power, enabling proactive network management and troubleshooting.
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