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Product Features
Technical Overview
This SFP transceiver operates at 1.25 Gigabit Ethernet speeds using 850nm wavelength technology optimized for multi-mode fiber. The single LC duplex port delivers full-duplex 1000BASE-SX connectivity with robust signal integrity across the specified 550-meter range.
Digital diagnostic monitoring capabilities allow network administrators to monitor temperature, voltage, laser bias current, transmit power, and receive power through the SFP management interface. This visibility supports proactive maintenance and troubleshooting in critical network 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
This transceiver combines technical precision with practical deployment benefits for network administrators seeking reliable fiber connectivity solutions.
Universal Compatibility
Works with MSA-compliant switches from major manufacturers including Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, Supermicro, and TP-Link. The uncoded design ensures broad compatibility without proprietary restrictions.
- No vendor lock-in
- Tested for compatibility
- Won't void OEM warranties
Lifetime Protection
Backed by a lifetime warranty covering the module itself, supported by technical advisors available 5 days a week. This commitment ensures long-term reliability and support throughout the product's service life.
Environmental Responsibility
Manufactured with environmentally friendly processes and materials, compliant with TAA requirements for government and institutional procurement.
Deployment / Use Cases
This SFP transceiver is ideal for extending Gigabit Ethernet networks across multi-mode fiber infrastructure in various commercial and institutional settings. The 550-meter reach supports campus networks, data center interconnects, and building-to-building links where copper limitations apply.
Common deployment scenarios include connecting network switches in different floors or buildings, linking servers to core switches in data centers, and establishing backbone connections in enterprise networks. The hot-swappable design allows for maintenance and upgrades without disrupting adjacent network segments.
Data Center Interconnects
Connect switches and servers across data center aisles or between cabinets using existing multi-mode fiber infrastructure.
Campus Network Backbones
Extend network reach across buildings while maintaining Gigabit Ethernet performance with fiber reliability.
Physical Profile
The compact SFP form factor measures 0.50 inches wide by 0.40 inches high by 2.20 inches deep, with a lightweight 0.60-ounce construction. This standardized footprint fits any MSA-compliant SFP slot in switches, routers, and network interface cards. The hot-swappable design enables installation and removal without powering down equipment, supporting continuous network operation during maintenance cycles.
- Width
- 0.50" (12.70 mm)
- Depth
- 2.20" (55.88 mm)
- Height
- 0.40" (10.16 mm)
- Weight
- 0.60 oz (17.01 g)
What's in the Box
Each unit includes the complete SFP transceiver module with all necessary components for immediate deployment.
Highlights
- 100% MSA uncoded SFP transceiver for compatible switches and routers
- 1000BASE-SX 1Gbps multi-mode fiber with LC connector
- 850nm wavelength with digital diagnostic monitoring (DDM)
- Maximum distance of 550 meters (1804 feet)
- Hot-swappable in MSA compliant routers and switches
- Lifetime warranty on the module itself
- Works with switches from Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, Supermicro, TP-Link
- TAA compliant and environmentally friendly
- Compact dimensions: 0.50" W × 0.40" H × 2.20" D
- Includes installation guide for proper deployment
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SFPSXMM |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | MSA Compliant SFP Transceiver Module - 1000BASE-SX |
| Product Type | SFP (mini-GBIC) |
| 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 1000Base-SX x Network |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Fiber Mode Supported | Multi-mode |
| Ethernet Technology | 1.25 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 1000Base-SX |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Hot-swappable |
| Height | 0.40" (10.16 mm) |
| Width | 0.50" (12.70 mm) |
| Depth | 2.20" (55.88 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 0.60 oz (17.01 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Package Contents | MSA Compliant SFP Transceiver Module - 1000BASE-SX 1 x Installation Guide |
| Compatibility | MSA compliant |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 2 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
What types of fiber does this SFP transceiver support?
This transceiver supports multi-mode optical fiber with LC connectors. It's optimized for 1000BASE-SX networking at 850nm wavelength, delivering reliable Gigabit Ethernet connectivity across distances up to 550 meters. The multi-mode compatibility makes it suitable for most enterprise and data center fiber installations.
How does the digital diagnostic monitoring (DDM) feature work?
Digital diagnostic monitoring provides real-time monitoring of key performance parameters including temperature, voltage, laser bias current, transmit power, and receive power. This data is accessible through the SFP management interface, allowing network administrators to monitor transceiver health, troubleshoot issues proactively, and maintain optimal network performance without physical inspection.
Which network switches are compatible with this SFP module?
This uncoded SFP transceiver works with MSA-compliant switches from major manufacturers including Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, Supermicro, and TP-Link. It's designed to be universally compatible with any switch that accepts standard MSA SFP modules, providing a cost-effective alternative to vendor-specific transceivers without voiding existing equipment warranties.
What is the maximum distance this transceiver can achieve?
The maximum supported distance is 550 meters (approximately 1804 feet) over multi-mode fiber. This reach makes it suitable for campus networks, building-to-building connections, and data center interconnects where extended distance beyond copper limitations is required while maintaining full Gigabit Ethernet performance.
Can this SFP module be installed without powering down the switch?
Yes, this transceiver features a hot-swappable design that allows installation and removal while the switch remains powered on and operational. This capability minimizes network downtime during maintenance, upgrades, or replacements, supporting continuous network availability in production environments.
What warranty coverage does this SFP transceiver include?
The transceiver is backed by a lifetime warranty covering the module itself, not limited to the life of your switch. This warranty ensures long-term reliability and is supported by technical advisors available five days a week. Additionally, the product carries a standard 2-year limited warranty and is TAA compliant for government and institutional procurement.