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Product Features
Technical Overview
This 10GBASE-SR SFP+ module operates at 850nm wavelength over multimode fiber, supporting distances up to 300 meters. The LC duplex connector ensures secure fiber optic connections while maintaining signal integrity at full 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds.
The module's hot-swappable design allows for installation and removal without powering down network equipment, minimizing downtime during maintenance or upgrades. Digital Diagnostic Monitoring provides visibility into transceiver performance metrics including temperature, voltage, bias current, and optical power levels.
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
StarTech.com backs this transceiver with lifetime warranty coverage specifically for the module itself, not tied to your equipment's lifespan. This commitment ensures long-term reliability and peace of mind for network infrastructure investments.
Verified Cisco Compatibility
Tested and validated for compatibility with Cisco switches including Firepower, ASR9000, C9300, C3850, and C9500 series. This module maintains OEM support agreements while providing a cost-effective alternative to branded transceivers.
Broad MSA Switch Support
Works with MSA-compliant switches from multiple manufacturers including Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, Supermicro, and TP-Link that accept uncoded SFP+ modules, offering deployment flexibility across heterogeneous network environments.
Deployment / Use Cases
The SFP10GSRST transceiver enables cost-effective 10GbE network expansion by utilizing existing multimode fiber infrastructure. Its compatibility with both Cisco and multi-vendor MSA switches makes it suitable for mixed-environment deployments where standardization on a single transceiver model simplifies inventory management and reduces total cost of ownership.
Data Center Interconnects
Connect servers to top-of-rack switches or establish inter-switch links within data center environments where 10GbE multimode fiber provides the necessary bandwidth for virtualization, storage networking, and high-performance computing applications.
Enterprise Network Upgrades
Extend 10 Gigabit Ethernet capabilities across campus networks, connecting wiring closets to core switches or linking buildings within the 300-meter multimode fiber distance limit for bandwidth-intensive applications and consolidated network architectures.
Physical Profile
Measuring 0.50" wide × 0.40" high × 2.40" deep (12.70 × 10.16 × 60.96 mm) and weighing approximately 0.80 oz (22.68 g), this compact SFP+ module fits standard SFP+ cages without occupying excessive space in densely populated switch chassis. The small form factor supports high-port-density deployments while the hot-swappable design facilitates easy maintenance and configuration changes.
- Width
- 0.50" (12.70 mm)
- Depth
- 2.40" (60.96 mm)
- Height
- 0.40" (10.16 mm)
- Weight
- 0.80 oz (22.68 g)
Highlights
- 100% compatible with Cisco SFP-10G-SR specification for seamless integration
- 10GBASE-SR 10 Gbps performance over multimode fiber with LC connectors
- Hot-swappable SFP+ form factor for easy installation without downtime
- Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM) for real-time status reporting via SNMP
- Works with Cisco Firepower, ASR9000, C9300, C3850, and C9500 switches
- Compatible with MSA-compliant switches from Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, and others
- Lifetime warranty backed by StarTech.com technical support
- 850nm wavelength supports distances up to 300 meters on multimode fiber
- MSA compliant design ensures interoperability with standard SFP+ cages
- Environmentally compliant with EU RoHS, REACH, and WEEE directives
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SFP10GSRST |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | Cisco SFP-10G-SR Compatible SFP+ Transceiver Module - 10GBASE-SR |
| Product Type | SFP+ |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Each |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Data Networking,Optical Network |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 1 |
| Connector Type | LC |
| Interfaces/Ports Details | 1 x LC Duplex 10GBase-SR Network |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Fiber Mode Supported | Multi-mode |
| Ethernet Technology | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 10GBase-SR |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Hot-pluggable,Hot-swappable |
| Height | 0.40" (10.16 mm) |
| Width | 0.50" (12.70 mm) |
| Depth | 2.40" (60.96 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 0.80 oz (22.68 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | MSA Compliant Cisco Firepower Switches: ASR9000 C9300 C3850 C9500 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Certification | EU RoHS |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2,Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH),Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What Cisco switches is this SFP+ module compatible with?
This StarTech.com SFP10GSRST transceiver is tested and verified for compatibility with Cisco switches including the Firepower series, ASR9000, C9300, C3850, and C9500 models. It's designed as a drop-in replacement for Cisco SFP-10G-SR modules and maintains compatibility with Cisco's SFP+ specifications while not voiding OEM support agreements.
What type of fiber and connectors does this 10GBASE-SR module require?
This module requires multimode fiber optic cabling with LC duplex connectors. It operates at 850nm wavelength over OM3 or OM4 multimode fiber, supporting distances up to 300 meters. The LC connector interface provides secure fiber connections that maintain signal integrity at 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds.
Does this SFP+ module support hot-swapping during operation?
Yes, this transceiver features a hot-pluggable, hot-swappable design that allows installation or removal without powering down the network switch. This capability minimizes network downtime during maintenance, upgrades, or reconfiguration while ensuring continuous operation of other ports on the switch.
What is Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM) and how does it work with this module?
Digital Diagnostic Monitoring is a feature that provides real-time monitoring of transceiver parameters including temperature, voltage, bias current, and optical power levels. This SFP+ module supports DDM, allowing SNMP-based network management tools to retrieve status information and performance metrics for proactive network monitoring and troubleshooting.
Will this transceiver work with non-Cisco switches from other manufacturers?
Yes, this MSA-compliant SFP+ module works with switches from multiple manufacturers that accept uncoded SFP+ modules, including Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, Supermicro, and TP-Link. The MSA (Multi-Source Agreement) compliance ensures interoperability with standard SFP+ cages across different vendor platforms.
What warranty coverage does StarTech.com provide for this fiber optic transceiver?
StarTech.com provides a lifetime warranty for this SFP10GSRST transceiver module. The warranty covers the module itself for its entire lifespan and is backed by technical support access. This coverage is specific to the transceiver and doesn't affect your equipment's OEM support agreements.