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Product Features
Technical Overview
This SFP module delivers Gigabit Ethernet performance with a data transfer rate of up to 1000Mbps, utilizing 1000Base-SX technology over multimode optical fiber. The 1000Base-SX specification is optimized for short-wavelength transmission, typically supporting distances up to 550 meters on OM2 fiber, making it suitable for backbone connections within buildings or campuses.
The module interfaces through a single LC duplex optical port, compatible with standard SFP cages. It operates on optical fiber media, providing immunity to electromagnetic interference and enabling secure, high-speed data transmission between network devices such as servers, switches, and storage systems.
Key Product Advantages
The Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX SFP module offers significant advantages for network deployments requiring robust and scalable fiber optic connectivity.
High-Speed Performance
With 1000Base-SX technology, this module supports data transfer rates up to 1000Mbps over optical fiber, delivering up to 10x the speed of standard Fast Ethernet connections for high-performance networking.
- Up to 1000Mbps throughput
- Low-latency fiber optic transmission
- Ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications
Extended Reach & Reliability
Optical fiber compatibility allows this module to span greater distances than copper cabling while maintaining signal integrity. Fiber optic media provides immunity to electromagnetic interference and supports secure data transmission across network segments.
- Longer distance capabilities
- Enhanced signal reliability
- Reduced susceptibility to interference
Flexible Deployment
The hot-pluggable SFP form factor enables easy installation and replacement without powering down network equipment. This module is designed for use in data networking and optical network applications, supporting connectivity between servers, switches, and other network components.
- Hot-pluggable design
- Compatible with standard SFP cages
- Supports data and optical networking
Deployment / Use Cases
The Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX SFP module is engineered for diverse networking scenarios where fiber optic connectivity enhances performance and reliability. Its 1000Base-SX compatibility makes it particularly valuable in environments requiring high-speed data transmission over moderate distances.
Common deployment scenarios include connecting network switches within data centers to create high-bandwidth aggregation links, extending network backbones across building floors using fiber optic cabling, and linking servers to network storage systems where fast and secure data transfer is critical. This module also supports optical network applications where fiber infrastructure is already deployed, providing a cost-effective upgrade path to Gigabit Ethernet speeds.
Highlights
- Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX SFP (mini-GBIC) module for Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
- Supports 1000Base-SX network technology over optical fiber media
- Delivers data transfer rates up to 1000Mbps for high-performance networking
- Hot-pluggable SFP form factor for easy installation and maintenance
- Single LC duplex port configuration for fiber optic connections
- Compatible with data networking and optical network applications
- Provides up to 10x faster speeds than standard Ethernet connections
- Enables longer distance spans with reliable fiber optic transmission
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Fortinet, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FN-TRAN-SX |
| Brand Name | Fortinet |
| Product Name | SFP (mini-GBIC) Module |
| 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-SX Network |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 1000Base-SX |
FAQ
What type of SFP module is the Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX?
The Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX is a Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) module, also referred to as a mini-GBIC, designed for Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. It utilizes 1000Base-SX technology over optical fiber, making it suitable for high-speed data transmission in network environments that require fiber optic media for extended reach and reliability.
What network speed does this SFP module support?
This SFP module supports Gigabit Ethernet with a data transfer rate of up to 1000Mbps using the 1000Base-SX standard. This provides significantly higher performance compared to standard Fast Ethernet, enabling faster data transmission between network devices such as switches, servers, and storage systems over optical fiber connections.
What type of fiber optic cable is compatible with this module?
The Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX SFP module is compatible with multimode optical fiber cables, typically using LC duplex connectors. It is designed for use with 1000Base-SX technology, which operates over short-wavelength multimode fiber, supporting distances up to 550 meters on OM2 fiber for reliable network connectivity across buildings or data center floors.
How many ports does this SFP module have?
This SFP module features a single port configured for 1000Base-SX network connections. The port uses an LC duplex interface for optical fiber connectivity, providing one high-speed link for transmitting data between compatible networking equipment such as Fortinet switches or routers that support SFP modules.