HPE SFP+ Module

The HPE SFP+ Module is a high‑performance 10 Gigabit Ethernet transceiver designed to empower optical networks and data networking environments with greater reach, reliability, and ease of use. Engineered for long‑haul links, this SFP+ transceiver supports 10GBase-LR over single‑mode fiber, providing a scalable, plug‑and‑play solution for data centers, enterprise campus networks, and core/backbone deployments. It delivers robust performance in demanding conditions, enabling fast uplinks between switches, routers, storage arrays, and other essential network devices. With the HPE SFP+ Module, you gain not only a compact, hot‑swappable form factor but also compatibility across a broad range of SFP+ slots, ensuring flexibility as your network evolves. This makes it a dependable choice for both new installations and upgrades, helping organizations optimize bandwidth, reduce latency, and simplify management in multi‑vendor environments.

• High‑performance 10GBase-LR transceiver: This SFP+ module supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet over long‑reach single‑mode fiber with a precise 1310 nm wavelength, delivering strong signal integrity, minimal dispersion, and reliable data transmission across distances typical of data center interconnects and metropolitan networking fabric.
• Long reach over single‑mode fiber: The module is designed for links up to 10 kilometers, enabling seamless connections between core, aggregation, and distribution layers, as well as campus backbones and inter‑data center links, while maintaining full duplex operation and low bit‑error rates.
• LC duplex connector and SFP+ form factor: With an LC duplex connector and the compact SFP+ footprint, it fits standard SFP+ slots on a wide range of Hewlett Packard Enterprise switches, routers, and data‑center NICs, offering easy upgrades without reconfiguring existing infrastructure.
• Plug‑and‑play with robust reliability: The module is designed for hot‑swap insertion, minimizing downtime during maintenance or upgrades. Its rugged build and industry‑standard compliance ensure stable performance in multi‑vendor environments and dense rack deployments.
• Optimized for data centers and enterprise networks: Ideal for uplinks, server connections, storage area networks, and high‑throughput backbones, the HPE SFP+ Module helps organizations maximize bandwidth, reduce bottlenecks, and support virtualization, cloud services, and large‑scale data transfers.

Technical Details of HPE SFP+ Module

• Transceiver Type: SFP+ (10GBASE-LR)
• Wavelength: 1310 nm
• Fiber Type: Single‑mode
• Connector: LC Duplex
• Distance: Up to 10 km
• Data Rate: 10 Gbps
• Form Factor: SFP+
• Compatibility: Designed for HPE networking devices and other SFP+ slot‑equipped equipment; verify device compatibility with vendor specifications

How to install HPE SFP+ Module

• Power down the affected device according to your maintenance procedures to ensure a safe installation, or verify with hot‑swap capabilities if supported by the hardware.
• Inspect and handle the SFP+ module with proper ESD precautions; avoid touching the optical interface and align the module with the SFP+ slot, then insert firmly until the module seats and the release latch engages.
• Connect a single‑mode fiber optic patch cable with LC duplex connectors to the module’s LC ports, ensuring the transmit and receive fibers are correctly paired (polarity). Use a clean, quality fiber to minimize insertion loss and reflection.
• Secure the fiber connections with appropriate strain relief and verify that the connectors are fully seated in the LC ports; avoid excess bending radius to preserve signal integrity.
• Power up the device (if applicable) and check the link status on the port LED indicators or via the device management interface. Run a basic loopback or end‑to‑end 10G test to confirm link integrity and throughput before deploying into production.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the primary use of the HPE SFP+ Module? A: It provides 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over single‑mode fiber for long‑reach links in optical networks, data centers, and enterprise networks, enabling high‑bandwidth uplinks and backbone connections.
• Q: What fiber type and connector does it use? A: It uses single‑mode optical fiber with an LC duplex connector, suitable for long‑distance links and minimized modal dispersion.
• Q: What is the maximum distance supported? A: Up to 10 kilometers on appropriate single‑mode fiber, making it suitable for data‑center interconnects and campus backbones.
• Q: Is the module compatible with non‑HPE devices? A: It is designed to be compatible with SFP+ slots across a variety of network devices; however, always confirm compatibility with the device vendor’s specifications and requirements.
• Q: Can the module be hot‑swapped? A: Yes, SFP+ modules are typically hot‑swappable in supported switches and routers, allowing installation or replacement without powering down the entire system in many environments.