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Product Features
Technical Overview
This SFP transceiver operates at 1Gbps data rates using 1000BASE-BX-D technology, which employs wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) to enable bi-directional communication over a single fiber strand. The module supports single-mode fiber (SMF) for long-distance transmission capabilities, making it suitable for campus networks, data center interconnects, and metropolitan area network applications.
The hot-swappable SFP (mini-GBIC) form factor allows for easy installation and replacement without powering down network equipment, minimizing downtime during maintenance or upgrades. MSA (Multi-Source Agreement) compliance ensures mechanical and electrical compatibility with industry-standard SFP slots, while the LC connector interface provides reliable, low-loss connections in high-density networking environments.
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
Beyond core compatibility and infrastructure optimization, this SFP module delivers enterprise-grade reliability with a lifetime limited warranty, backed by StarTech.com's reputation for quality networking components. The environmental compliance with RoHS, REACH, and WEEE directives ensures responsible manufacturing and disposal practices, while the hot-swappable design supports flexible network management and maintenance workflows.
Extreme Networks Compatibility
Designed, programmed, and tested specifically for Extreme Networks 10056-compatible switches and routers, ensuring reliable performance and seamless integration with your existing network infrastructure.
- 100% compatibility guarantee
- Factory programmed for Extreme Networks
- Tested for dependable connectivity
Infrastructure Optimization
The bi-directional design enables simultaneous transmit and receive functions over a single fiber strand, effectively doubling your existing fiber capacity without additional cabling costs or installation complexity.
- Single-strand fiber operation
- Reduced cabling requirements
- Maximized infrastructure investment
Deployment / Use Cases
This SFP module serves as a critical component in optical network deployments where reliable Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over fiber is required. The 1000BASE-BX-D technology makes it particularly valuable in scenarios where fiber resources are limited or expensive to expand, as the bi-directional capability effectively doubles the utilization of existing single-strand fiber installations.
Typical applications include connecting network switches in different buildings, linking data center equipment across floors or buildings, and establishing point-to-point connections in metropolitan area networks. The single-mode fiber support enables transmission over longer distances compared to multimode alternatives, making this module suitable for installations spanning hundreds of meters to several kilometers.
Data Center Interconnects
Connect servers, storage arrays, and network switches within data center environments using single-mode fiber for reliable, high-speed communication between racks and across facilities.
Campus Network Backbone
Extend network connectivity between buildings in educational, corporate, or government campuses where single-mode fiber provides the distance capabilities needed for distributed infrastructure.
Highlights
- 100% Extreme Networks 10056 compatible SFP module
- 1GbE Gigabit Ethernet performance over single-mode fiber
- 1000BASE-BX-D technology for bi-directional communication
- Single LC connector port for fiber connectivity
- Hot-swappable SFP (mini-GBIC) form factor
- MSA compliant for industry-standard compatibility
- Lifetime limited warranty coverage
- Environmental compliance with RoHS, REACH, and WEEE
- Optimizes existing fiber infrastructure with single-strand operation
- Supports optical network and data networking applications
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 10056-ST |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | Extreme Networks 10056 Compatible SFP Transceiver Module - 1000Base-BX-D |
| Product Type | SFP (mini-GBIC) |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Each |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Optical Network,Data Networking |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 1 |
| Connector Type | LC |
| Interfaces/Ports Details | 1 x LC 1000Base-BX-D Network |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Fiber Mode Supported | Single-mode |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 1000Base-BX-D |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Hot-swappable |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | MSA Compliant |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS),Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH),Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What Extreme Networks equipment is this SFP module compatible with?
This StarTech.com 10056-ST SFP module is specifically designed, programmed, and tested for compatibility with Extreme Networks switches and routers that support the 10056 SFP specification. It delivers dependable 1GbE connectivity when installed in compatible Extreme Networks equipment with available SFP slots, ensuring seamless integration with your existing network infrastructure.
How does the 1000BASE-BX-D technology work in this SFP module?
The 1000BASE-BX-D technology employs wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) to enable bi-directional communication over a single strand of single-mode fiber. This approach uses different wavelengths for transmit and receive functions, allowing simultaneous data transmission in both directions without requiring separate fibers for each direction. This effectively doubles the capacity of your existing fiber infrastructure.
What type of fiber cable should I use with this SFP module?
This SFP module requires single-mode fiber (SMF) cables with LC connectors. Single-mode fiber supports longer transmission distances compared to multimode fiber, making it suitable for campus networks, data center interconnects, and other applications where connectivity needs to span hundreds of meters to several kilometers between network devices.
Can I hot-swap this SFP module while the network equipment is running?
Yes, this SFP module features a hot-swappable design that allows installation or replacement without powering down your compatible Extreme Networks switch or router. This capability minimizes network downtime during maintenance, upgrades, or reconfiguration, supporting flexible network management and continuous operation of critical network infrastructure.
What warranty coverage does this SFP module include?
StarTech.com provides a lifetime limited warranty for this 10056-ST SFP module. This warranty coverage reflects the product's reliability and quality construction, offering long-term protection for your networking investment. The warranty supports the module's use in enterprise environments where consistent performance and durability are essential for maintaining network availability.
What environmental standards does this product comply with?
This SFP module complies with multiple environmental directives including Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS), Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), and Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE). These compliances ensure responsible manufacturing practices and proper disposal procedures, supporting environmentally conscious procurement and deployment decisions.