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StarTech. com SFP-10G-BX-D-20-ST Cisco-Compatible SFP+ Module - 10GBASE-BX Bi-Directional Single-Mode Fiber - 10 GbE Gigabit Ethernet
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Technical Overview
This SFP+ module operates at 10 Gbps Ethernet speeds using 10GBASE-BX bi-directional downstream technology. It transmits and receives data over a single strand of single-mode fiber, effectively doubling the capacity of existing fiber infrastructure without requiring additional cabling.
The module features a hot-swappable form factor for easy installation and maintenance in compatible networking equipment. Its LC connector interface ensures precise optical alignment, while MSA compliance guarantees mechanical and electrical compatibility with industry-standard SFP+ slots.
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
This transceiver delivers significant infrastructure advantages by enabling 10 Gigabit Ethernet over existing single-strand fiber, reducing cabling requirements and deployment costs while maintaining full compatibility with Cisco networking equipment.
Cisco Compatibility
100% compatible with Cisco switches including ASR9000, ASR1000, NCS5500, C3850, and NCS540 series, ensuring seamless integration into Cisco networking environments without vendor lock-in concerns.
- Works with Cisco switches
- MSA compliant design
- No firmware modifications required
Infrastructure Efficiency
Utilizes wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) technology to send and receive data over a single fiber strand, effectively doubling fiber capacity and eliminating the need for additional fiber pairs in network upgrades.
- Single-strand operation
- WDM technology
- Maximizes existing fiber
Deployment / Use Cases
This SFP+ module is ideal for network upgrades where 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance is required over existing single-mode fiber infrastructure. Its bi-directional operation makes it particularly valuable in scenarios where fiber availability is limited or installation of additional fiber is cost-prohibitive.
Common deployment environments include data center interconnects, campus network backbones, service provider networks, and enterprise network aggregation points. The module supports optical network and data networking applications where reliable high-speed connectivity over extended distances is essential.
Data Center Interconnect
Connect switches and routers across data center floors or between facilities using existing single-mode fiber runs, achieving 10 GbE speeds without new fiber installation.
Network Backbone Upgrade
Upgrade network aggregation points and core switches to 10 Gigabit Ethernet while preserving existing single-strand fiber investments, maintaining network architecture consistency.
Highlights
- 100% compatible with Cisco SFP-10G-BX-D-20 specification and Cisco switches
- 10 Gigabit Ethernet bi-directional SFP+ transceiver for single-mode fiber
- Operates on a single strand of fiber optic cable using WDM technology
- 10GBASE-BX network technology at 10 Gbps data rate
- LC connector interface for reliable optical connections
- Hot-swappable form factor for easy installation and maintenance
- MSA compliant design ensures broad compatibility
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SFP-10G-BX-D-20-ST |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | Cisco SFP+ Module |
| Product Type | SFP+ |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Optical Network,Data Networking |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 1 |
| Connector Type | LC |
| Interfaces/Ports Details | 1 x LC 10GBase-BX Network |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Fiber Mode Supported | Single-mode |
| Ethernet Technology | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 10GBase-BX |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Hot-swappable |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | MSA Compliant |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What Cisco switches is this SFP+ module compatible with?
This StarTech.com transceiver is 100% compatible with Cisco switches including the ASR9000, ASR1000, NCS5500, C3850, and NCS540 series. It follows the Cisco SFP-10G-BX-D-20 specification and is MSA compliant, ensuring reliable operation in Cisco networking environments without requiring firmware modifications or special configuration.
How does the bi-directional fiber technology work in this module?
The module uses wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) technology to transmit and receive data over a single strand of single-mode fiber. Different wavelengths are used for upstream and downstream communication, allowing full-duplex 10 GbE operation without requiring separate transmit and receive fibers. This effectively doubles the capacity of existing fiber infrastructure.
What type of fiber optic cable does this SFP+ module require?
This transceiver requires single-mode fiber optic cable with LC connectors. Single-mode fiber supports longer transmission distances compared to multimode fiber, making this module suitable for campus, data center, and service provider applications where extended reach is necessary. The LC connector interface provides precise optical alignment for reliable performance.
What is the data rate and network standard supported by this module?
The module supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet at 10 Gbps data rates using the 10GBASE-BX network standard. This is a bi-directional standard specifically designed for single-strand fiber operation, making it ideal for network upgrades where existing fiber infrastructure needs to support higher bandwidth without additional cabling.
Is this SFP+ module hot-swappable?
Yes, this transceiver features a hot-swappable form factor that allows installation and removal without powering down the networking equipment. This enables maintenance and upgrades during normal operation, minimizing network downtime. The module is designed to be inserted and removed safely while the switch or router remains operational.
What warranty coverage does this SFP+ module include?
StarTech.com provides a lifetime limited warranty for this SFP+ transceiver module. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the product's lifetime, offering long-term reliability assurance for network deployments. The module is manufactured in China and meets MSA compliance standards for interoperability and performance.
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