Cisco 10G Sfp Fiber Transceiver High Speed 10Gbps Sr Lr Er Optical Module With Digital Monitoring Ethernet

Step up to dependable, enterprise-grade 10G fiber connectivity with the Cisco 10G Sfp Fiber Transceiver High Speed 10Gbps Sr Lr Er Optical Module With Digital Monitoring Ethernet. Engineered for modern data centers, campuses, and service-provider backbones, this SFP+ module delivers scalable, hot-swappable performance that meets the demands of virtualization, storage networks, AI workloads, and latency-sensitive applications. With Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM) built in, administrators gain real-time visibility into link health, optical power, temperature, and laser bias current, enabling proactive maintenance and consistently solid user experiences across Cisco devices and a wide ecosystem of compliant equipment. Whether refreshing aging hardware, expanding a multi-site WAN, or standardizing on a single transceiver family, this module provides precise optics, reliable interoperability, and flexible reach to fit your topology.

• High-speed 10Gbps fiber transceiver with flexible reach options — Supports full-duplex 10G connectivity across SR, LR, and ER variants, enabling you to tailor link distance to your fiber topology while preserving throughput for virtualization, high-speed servers, and storage networks.
• Cisco reliability with broad interoperability — Built to Cisco standards and optimized for smooth operation with Cisco IOS and NX-OS environments, while remaining compatible with a wide range of compliant equipment to ease mixed-vendor deployments and maintenance schedules.
• Versatile reach for diverse fiber deployments — Choose SR for multimode fiber in data-center racks and top-of-rack networks (short reach), LR for single-mode fiber up to 10 kilometers, or ER for extended-reach links across tens of kilometers, all from a single transceiver family.
• Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM) for proactive management — Real-time data on optical power, temperature, laser bias current, and module diagnostics; set alerts and trend health metrics to prevent downtime and ensure consistent performance.
• Hot-swappable, maintenance-friendly design — A compact SFP+ form factor that integrates seamlessly into existing infrastructure, minimizes downtime during upgrades, and supports easy upgrades in dynamic data-center environments.

Technical Details of Cisco 10G Sfp Fiber Transceiver High Speed 10Gbps Sr Lr Er Optical Module With Digital Monitoring Ethernet

• Module type: SFP+ fiber transceiver
• Data rate: 10 Gbps (10GBASE family performance for SR/LR/ER variants)
• Variants: SR (short reach), LR (long reach), ER (extended reach)
• Wavelengths: SR at 850 nm; LR/ER at 1310 nm
• Fiber type: SR uses multimode fiber; LR and ER use single-mode fiber
• Reach (typical): SR up to several hundred meters on multimode fiber; LR up to 10 kilometers on single-mode fiber; ER tens of kilometers on extended-reach single-mode deployments
• Connectors: LC duplex
• Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM): Yes — provides real-time visibility into optical power, laser bias current, temperature, and other diagnostics
• Compatibility: Optimized for Cisco devices (IOS/NX-OS) with broad interoperability across compliant third-party equipment
• Form factor: SFP+ hot-swappable optical transceiver
• Power and thermal: Designed for efficient operation with standard enterprise cooling and power expectations for data-center edge deployments

How to install Cisco 10G Sfp Fiber Transceiver High Speed 10Gbps Sr Lr Er Optical Module With Digital Monitoring Ethernet

• Verify compatibility and select the appropriate variant — Confirm the switch or router port supports SFP+ 10G and choose SR, LR, or ER based on your fiber type (MMF vs. SMF) and desired reach.
• Power considerations — This module is hot-swappable, so you can insert or remove it with the device powered on in many Cisco platforms. If your equipment requires it, follow your device’s hot-swap guidelines.
• Prepare fiber cables — Use the correct fiber type and connectors (LC duplex) and ensure the connector ends are clean. Keep transmit and receive cables correctly identified to avoid miswiring or polarity issues.
• Insert the module — Align the module with the SFP+ slot and gently push until the latching mechanism engages. Ensure the module is firmly seated and the housing is flush with the port faceplate.
• Attach fiber and power up — Connect the LC duplex fibers to the corresponding ports on the switch/router, ensuring proper duplex orientation. Power on or resume normal operation and enable the 10G interface if needed.
• Verify link status and performance — On the device, verify that the interface comes up at 10G, check speed/op status, and review DOM readings for optical power and temperature. Conduct basic connectivity tests to confirm end-to-end reach.

Frequently asked questions

• What does SR/LR/ER stand for? SR stands for short reach and is designed for multimode fiber up to several hundred meters in data centers. LR stands for long reach and works with single-mode fiber for distances up to about 10 kilometers. ER stands for extended reach and supports longer-haul deployments on single-mode fiber, typically tens of kilometers depending on link budget.
• Is this Cisco SFP+ module compatible with non-Cisco gear? Yes. While optimized for Cisco IOS and NX-OS environments, the module is designed to be interoperable with other compliant networking gear that supports SFP+ 10G transceivers. Always confirm vendor interoperability in your specific deployment.
• Does it support Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM)? Yes. DOM provides real-time visibility into critical parameters such as optical power, laser bias current, and module temperature, enabling proactive monitoring and maintenance.
• What cables do I need? For SR, multimode fiber with LC duplex connections is typical. For LR and ER, single-mode fiber with LC duplex connectors is used. Ensure correct cable type and fiber count to match your link design.
• Can I hot-swap this module while the device is running? In most Cisco platforms, this SFP+ module supports hot-swapping, allowing insertion or removal without powering down the device. Follow your vendor’s hot-swap procedures to minimize disruption.
• What performance benefits does this module provide? It delivers full-duplex 10G bandwidth with flexible reach, enabling high-density data-center interconnects, low-latency storage networks, virtualization stacks, and rapid data analytics workloads while maintaining Cisco-grade reliability.