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Product Features
Technical Overview
This transceiver operates on the 1000BASE-EX standard, which is optimized for long-reach single-mode fiber deployments. It features one LC optical port, providing a duplex fiber interface for bidirectional Gigabit Ethernet traffic.
The module supports single-mode fiber, which uses a single wavelength of light to transmit data over miles with minimal signal loss. This makes it suitable for backbone links, campus networks, and other scenarios where distance and signal integrity are priorities.
Relevant factors for this section include Application/Usage, Total Number of Ports, Connector Type, Interfaces/Ports Details. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
The Axiom SFP-504-AX combines compatibility, performance, and environmental responsibility in a compact transceiver.
Gigamon Compatibility
Specifically validated for Gigamon network visibility platforms, ensuring reliable operation in traffic monitoring and analysis deployments.
- 100% Gigamon compatible
- MSA compliant for broad interoperability
Extended Reach Performance
Single-mode fiber support enables data transmission over extended distances, ideal for connecting network segments across buildings or campuses.
- Long-distance capability
- Low signal attenuation
Compact and Efficient
The small form factor minimizes rack space and power consumption, while the environmentally friendly design reduces ecological impact.
- Low power draw
- RoHS/WEEE compliant
Deployment / Use Cases
This transceiver is engineered for scenarios where fiber optic connectivity and Gigamon platform integration are required.
Common deployments include uplinking Gigamon visibility nodes to core switches, extending network taps over fiber, and connecting distributed monitoring points across a campus or metropolitan area. Its single-mode fiber support makes it particularly useful for long-distance links where copper or multimode fiber would be impractical.
Network Visibility Backbone
Connect Gigamon traffic monitoring appliances to network aggregation points using fiber uplinks for high-fidelity data capture.
Extended Distance Links
Bridge network segments separated by hundreds of meters or miles with reliable single-mode fiber performance.
Physical Profile
The transceiver measures 0.53" wide by 0.49" high by 2.21" deep, with a lightweight design at approximately 16.8 grams. This compact footprint allows high-density installation in switch SFP slots without obstructing adjacent ports or airflow.
- Width
- 0.53" (13.40 mm)
- Depth
- 2.21" (56.10 mm)
- Height
- 0.49" (12.50 mm)
- Weight
- 16.8 g
Highlights
- 1000BASE-EX SFP transceiver for Gigamon compatibility
- Single-mode LC fiber optic interface for extended reach
- Gigabit Ethernet performance for data networking applications
- MSA compliant design ensures broad interoperability
- Environmentally friendly construction
- Compact SFP form factor for flexible deployment
- One LC port for duplex fiber connectivity
- Ideal for network visibility and monitoring platforms
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SFP-504-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Model | SFP-504-AX |
| Product Name | 1000BASE-EX SFP Transceiver for Gigamon - SFP-504 |
| 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-EX 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) | 16.8 g |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | MSA Compliant |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
FAQ
What is the primary use of this SFP transceiver?
The Axiom SFP-504-AX is a 1000BASE-EX SFP transceiver designed for Gigamon network visibility platforms. It provides Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over single-mode fiber, enabling extended-distance links for data networking and optical network applications such as traffic monitoring, analysis, and backbone connections.
What type of fiber connector does this module use?
This transceiver uses an LC duplex connector for optical fiber connections. The LC interface is compact and widely adopted in networking equipment, providing reliable fiber termination for single-mode cables in data center and enterprise environments.
Is this SFP module compatible with non-Gigamon equipment?
While specifically validated for Gigamon platforms, the transceiver is MSA (Multi-Source Agreement) compliant. This means it should interoperate with any networking device that supports standard 1000BASE-EX SFP modules, though compatibility should be verified with the equipment manufacturer for optimal performance.
What is the difference between single-mode and multimode fiber for this transceiver?
This module supports single-mode fiber only. Single-mode fiber uses a smaller core and a single wavelength of light, allowing data transmission over longer distances (miles) with less signal loss compared to multimode fiber. It is ideal for backbone links, campus networks, and other extended-reach applications.