StarTech. com SFP10GBBXUST MSA Uncoded SFP+ Transceiver - 10GBASE-BX 10GbE BiDi Single-Mode Fiber - LC Connector - Up to 10km
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This 10GBASE-BX transceiver operates at 10 Gbps using wavelength-division multiplexing (WDM) technology to transmit and receive data over a single fiber strand. It supports single-mode fiber with LC duplex connectors, featuring 1270nm transmit and 1330nm receive wavelengths for bi-directional communication.
Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM) provides real-time performance tracking, while the hot-swappable SFP+ form factor allows for easy installation and maintenance without network downtime. The module is compliant with key environmental standards including WEEE, RoHS, and REACH.
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 maximizes fiber infrastructure efficiency by enabling full-duplex 10GbE communication over a single fiber strand, reducing cable requirements and deployment costs. Its MSA uncoded design ensures compatibility across a wide range of network equipment without proprietary restrictions.
Infrastructure Optimization
Utilizes existing single-mode fiber for 10GbE upgrades, eliminating the need for additional fiber strands while doubling effective bandwidth capacity.
- Single-strand operation
- 10 Gbps throughput
- Backward compatible with 1GbE infrastructure
Reliable Performance
Features Digital Diagnostic Monitoring for real-time performance tracking and operates within industrial temperature ranges for stable deployment in various environments.
- DDM for monitoring
- Industrial temperature tolerance
- Low power consumption
Deployment / Use Cases
Ideal for upgrading existing fiber networks to 10GbE without replacing infrastructure, this transceiver is particularly valuable in data centers, enterprise backbones, and service provider networks where fiber availability is limited.
Common applications include connecting switches and routers in campus networks, extending storage area networks over fiber, and providing high-speed links for virtualization and cloud computing environments. The 10 km reach supports connections between buildings or across medium-distance network segments.
Data Center Interconnects
Connect top-of-rack switches to aggregation layers using existing single-mode fiber runs, maintaining high throughput for server-to-server and storage traffic.
Enterprise Network Upgrades
Upgrade core network links from 1GbE to 10GbE without installing additional fiber cables, preserving infrastructure investments while increasing bandwidth.
Physical Profile
The compact SFP+ form factor measures 0.50" × 0.50" × 2.30" (12.70 mm × 12.70 mm × 58.42 mm) and weighs approximately 0.80 oz (22.68 g). This small footprint allows high-density deployment in switch chassis and network equipment while maintaining reliable thermal performance.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 0.50" (12.70 mm), 0.50" (12.70 mm), 2.30" (58.42 mm), 0.80 oz (22.68 g). This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Width
- 0.50" (12.70 mm)
- Depth
- 2.30" (58.42 mm)
- Height
- 0.50" (12.70 mm)
- Weight
- 0.80 oz (22.68 g)
Highlights
- MSA uncoded SFP+ transceiver for 10GBASE-BX networks
- 10 Gbps bi-directional over single-mode fiber using single strand
- LC duplex connector with hot-swappable SFP+ form factor
- Up to 10 km (6.2 mi) transmission distance
- Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM) for performance tracking
- Compatible with MSA compliant switches from multiple vendors
- Lifetime warranty with 24/5 technical support
- WEEE, RoHS, and REACH environmental compliance
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SFP10GBBXUST |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | SFP+ Module |
| Product Type | SFP+ |
| 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 Duplex 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 |
| Height | 0.50" (12.70 mm) |
| Width | 0.50" (12.70 mm) |
| Depth | 2.30" (58.42 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 0.80 oz (22.68 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | MSA Compliant |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE),Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS),Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What is the difference between this 10GBASE-BX transceiver and standard 10GBASE-SR/LR modules?
This 10GBASE-BX transceiver uses bi-directional WDM technology to transmit and receive over a single fiber strand, while standard 10GBASE-SR/LR modules require two separate fibers. This makes the BX version ideal for maximizing existing single-strand fiber infrastructure.
What types of network equipment are compatible with this SFP+ transceiver?
The transceiver works with MSA compliant switches and routers that accept uncoded SFP+ modules. This includes equipment from Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, Supermicro, TP-Link, and other manufacturers supporting the MSA standard for broad interoperability.
What is the maximum transmission distance for this fiber transceiver?
This 10GBASE-BX transceiver supports distances up to 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) over single-mode fiber. The actual achievable distance may vary based on fiber quality, connectors, and environmental conditions, but 10 km represents the specification maximum.
Does this transceiver support Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM)?
Yes, this SFP+ transceiver includes Digital Diagnostic Monitoring capabilities that provide real-time performance data including temperature, voltage, laser bias current, transmitted power, and received power. This enables proactive network management and troubleshooting.
What warranty coverage does StarTech.com provide for this transceiver?
StarTech.com backs this transceiver with a lifetime warranty that covers the module itself for its functional lifespan. This warranty does not void OEM equipment warranties and is supported by technical advisors available 24 hours a day, five days a week.
Can this transceiver be used in both upstream and downstream applications?
This specific model (SFP10GBBXUST) is configured as an upstream transceiver with 1270nm transmit/1330nm receive wavelengths. For complete bi-directional links, you would need a matching downstream transceiver with opposite wavelengths (1330nm transmit/1270nm receive).
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