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AXIOM MEMORY AA1419037-E5-AX Axiom 1000BASE-ZX SFP Transceiver for Nortel - LC Single-Mode Gigabit Ethernet
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This transceiver operates on the 1000BASE-ZX standard, supporting Gigabit Ethernet speeds over single-mode fiber optic media. The LC duplex connector provides a secure optical interface, and the module is fully compliant with Multi-Source Agreement (MSA) specifications to ensure interoperability with Nortel and other MSA-compliant networking hardware.
The optical design leverages single-mode fiber technology, which is ideal for long-distance transmissions with low signal loss, making it suitable for backbone links, campus networks, and metropolitan area network (MAN) applications. The module's electrical interface supports standard SFP management and monitoring capabilities.
Key Product Advantages
This transceiver combines high-performance optical engineering with strict compliance standards to deliver a dependable networking component. Its design prioritizes signal integrity and compatibility, reducing deployment complexity and ensuring seamless integration into existing Nortel infrastructure.
Extended Reach Performance
Utilizes single-mode fiber optics to support data transmission over distances up to 70 kilometers, maintaining gigabit speeds with minimal integrity loss for backbone and long-haul connections.
- Ideal for metropolitan and campus networks
- Reduces signal degradation over distance
Compatibility Assurance
MSA compliance guarantees interoperability with Nortel and other standard SFP slots, while RoHS adherence ensures environmental responsibility without sacrificing performance or reliability.
- Plug-and-play with MSA-compliant devices
- Meets global environmental regulations
Deployment / Use Cases
The AA1419037-E5-AX transceiver is suited for a variety of optical networking scenarios where Gigabit Ethernet over single-mode fiber is required. Its compatibility with Nortel equipment makes it a direct replacement or upgrade option for existing deployments, while its standards-based design supports broader network expansions.
Common applications include connecting switches and routers across buildings in a campus, linking data centers over metropolitan areas, and establishing high-speed backbone links for service providers. The module's reliability and performance characteristics make it effective for both enterprise IT environments and telecommunications infrastructure.
Enterprise Network Backbone
Deploy in core switches and routers to create high-speed interconnections between network segments, supporting data-intensive applications and ensuring consistent throughput across distributed locations.
Service Provider Links
Use in telecommunications and ISP networks to extend Gigabit Ethernet services over long distances, leveraging single-mode fiber's low attenuation for efficient metro and regional connectivity.
Physical Profile
The transceiver features a compact SFP form factor with dimensions of 0.53" (13.40 mm) width, 0.49" (12.50 mm) height, and 2.21" (56.10 mm) depth, weighing approximately 0.59 oz (16.78 g). This small footprint allows for high-density installations in network equipment, while the robust construction ensures durability in operational environments. The design supports standard SFP cage mounting and hot-pluggable functionality for easy maintenance and upgrades.
- Width
- 0.53" (13.40 mm)
- Depth
- 2.21" (56.10 mm)
- Height
- 0.49" (12.50 mm)
- Weight
- 0.59 oz (16.78 g)
Highlights
- 1000BASE-ZX SFP transceiver for Nortel network compatibility
- Gigabit Ethernet speed over single-mode optical fiber
- LC duplex connector for secure fiber optic connections
- MSA compliant for interoperability with standard SFP slots
- RoHS compliant for reduced environmental impact
- Hot-pluggable design for easy installation and maintenance
- Compact form factor for high-density deployments
- Supports long-distance transmissions up to 70 km
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AA1419037-E5-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Model | AA1419037-E5-AX |
| Product Name | 1000BASE-ZX SFP Transceiver for Nortel - AA1419037-E5 |
| Product Type | SFP (mini-GBIC) |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Data Networking,Optical Network |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 1 |
| Connector Type | LC |
| Interfaces/Ports Details | 1 x LC 1000BASE-ZX Network |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Fiber Mode Supported | Single-mode |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Height | 0.49" (12.50 mm) |
| Width | 0.53" (13.40 mm) |
| Depth | 2.21" (56.10 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 0.59 oz (16.78 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | MSA Compliant |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) |
FAQ
What is the maximum distance this SFP transceiver can support?
This 1000BASE-ZX SFP transceiver is designed for long-distance single-mode fiber optic links, typically supporting reaches up to 70 kilometers depending on fiber quality and network conditions. It uses 1550 nm wavelength optics to minimize signal loss over extended spans, making it suitable for backbone and metropolitan area network applications.
Is this transceiver compatible with non-Nortel equipment?
Yes, this transceiver is MSA (Multi-Source Agreement) compliant, which ensures interoperability with any networking device that supports standard SFP modules and the 1000BASE-ZX protocol. While it is optimized for Nortel hardware, it can be used in other brands' switches and routers that accept MSA-compliant SFP transceivers, provided the device firmware and configuration support the 1000BASE-ZX standard.
Does this SFP module support DOM or DDM monitoring?
As an MSA-compliant SFP transceiver, it includes support for standard Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM), also known as Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM). This allows real-time monitoring of parameters such as optical power, temperature, and voltage through the SFP management interface, enabling network administrators to track performance and diagnose issues in compatible networking equipment.