A broad range of industry-compliant SFP+ modules for 10 Gigabit Ethernet deployments
in diverse networking environments.
Product overview
The Cisco® 10GBASE SFP+ modules (Figure 1) give you a wide variety of 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
options for data center, enterprise wiring closet, and service provider transport applications.
Figure 1.
Cisco 10GBASE SFP+ modules
Features and benefits
Cisco SFP+ modules offer the following features and benefits.
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Industry’s smallest 10G form factor for greatest density per chassis
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Hot-swappable input/output device that plugs into an Ethernet SFP+ port of a Cisco switch (no need to
power down if installing or replacing)
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Supports “pay-as-you-populate” model for investment protection and ease of technology migration
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Digital optical monitoring capability for strong diagnostic capabilities
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Optical interoperability with 10GBASE XENPAK, 10GBASE X2, and 10GBASE XFP interfaces on the same
link
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Cisco quality Identification (ID) feature enables a Cisco platform to identify whether the module is
certified and tested by Cisco
The Cisco 10GBASE-T module (Figure 2) offers connectivity options at the following data rates:
100M/1G/10Gbps. It has the SFP+ form factor and an RJ-45 interface so that CAT5e/CAT6A/CAT7 cables can
be used to connect to end points with embedded 10GBASE-T ports. They are suitable for distances up to 30
meters and offers a cost-effective way to connect within racks and across adjacent racks.
Figure 2.
Cisco SFP+ 10GBASE-T module with RJ-45 connector
Table 1, details the specifications for the SFP-10G-T-X module, including cable type, distance, and data rates
supported.
Table 1.SFP-10G-T-X cabling specifications
Cisco SFP-10G-SR-S module (S-Class)
The Cisco 10GBASE-SR module supports a link length of 26 meters on standard Fiber Distributed Data
Interface (FDDI)-grade Multimode Fiber (MMF). Using 2000 MHz*km MMF (OM3), up to 300-meter link lengths
are possible. Using 4700 MHz*km MMF (OM4), up to 400 meter link lengths are possible. SFP-10G-SR-S does
not support FCoE.
Cisco SFP-10G-SR module
The Cisco 10GBASE-SR Module supports a link length of 26m on standard Fiber Distributed Data Interface
(FDDI)-grade Multimode Fiber (MMF). Using 2000MHz*km MMF (OM3), up to 300m link lengths are possible.
Using 4700MHz*km MMF (OM4), up to 400m link lengths are possible.
The Cisco SFP-10G-SR-X is a multirate* 10GBASE-SR, 10GBASE-SW and OTU2/OTU2e module for extended
operating temperature range. It supports a link length of 26m on standard Fiber Distributed Data Interface
(FDDI)-grade Multimode Fiber (MMF). Using 2000MHz*km MMF (OM3), up to 300m link lengths are possible.
Using 4700MHz*km MMF (OM4), up to 400m link lengths are possible.
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Except for version 1, which supports only 10GBASE-SR.
Cisco SFP-10G-LRM module
The Cisco 10GBASE-LRM Module supports link lengths of 220m on standard Fiber Distributed Data Interface
(FDDI) grade Multimode Fiber (MMF). To make sure that specifications are met over FDDI-grade, OM1 and OM2
fibers, the transmitter should be coupled through a mode conditioning patch cord. No mode conditioning patch
cord is required for applications over OM3 or OM4. For additional information on mode conditioning patch cord
requirements please see:
The Cisco 10GBASE-LRM Module also supports link lengths of 300m on standard Single-Mode Fiber
(SMF, G.652).
Cisco FET-10G module
The Cisco FET-10G Fabric Extender Transceiver supports link lengths up to 100m on laser-optimized OM3 or
OM4 multimode fiber. It is supported on fabric links from a Nexus 2000 to a Cisco parent switch only. Note this
product is not orderable individually. For more information refer to Nexus 2000 datasheet:
The Cisco 10GBASE-LR module supports a link length of 10 kilometers on standard Single-Mode Fiber (SMF)
(G.652). SFP-10G-LR-S does not support FCoE.
Cisco SFP-10G-LR module
The Cisco 10GBASE-LR Module supports a link length of 10 kilometers on standard Single-Mode Fiber
(SMF, G.652).
Cisco SFP-10G-LR-X module
The Cisco SFP-10G-LR-X is a multirate 10GBASE-LR, 10GBASE-LW, and OTU2/OTU2e module for extended
operating temperature range. It supports a link length of 10 kilometers on standard Single-Mode Fiber
(SMF, G.652).
The Cisco SFP-10G-LR10-I supports a link length of 10 kilometers on standard Single-Mode Fiber
(SMF, G.652). The SFP-10G-LR10-I is for industrial operating temperature range. The SFP-10G-LR10-I also
supports CPRI datrates options 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 7a, 8.
Cisco SFP-10G-BXD-I and SFP-10G-BXU-I for 10Km (single-fiber bidirectional
applications)
The Cisco SFP-10G-BXD-I and SFP-10G-BXU-I SFPs operate on a single strand of standard SMF.
A SFP-10G-BXD-I device is always connected to a SFP-10G-BXU-I device with a single strand of standard
SMF with an operating transmission range up to 10 km.
The communication over a single strand of fiber is achieved by separating the transmission wavelength of the
two devices, as depicted in Figure 3. SFP-10G-BXD-I transmits a 1330-nm channel and receives a 1270-nm
signal, whereas SFP-10G-BXU-I transmits at a 1270-nm wavelength and receives a 1330-nm signal. Note in
Figure 3 the presence of a Wavelength-Division Multiplexing (WDM) splitter integrated into the SFP to split the
1270-nm and 1330-nm light paths.
Figure 3.
Bidirectional transmission of a single strand of SMF
The SFP-10G-BXD-I and SFP-10G-BXU-I SFPs also support Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM) functions
according to the industry-standard SFF-8472 Multisource Agreement (MSA). This feature gives the end user
the ability to monitor real-time parameters of the SFP, such as optical output power, optical input power,
temperature, laser bias current, and transceiver supply voltage.
Cisco SFP-10G-ER-S module (S-Class)
The Cisco 10GBASE-ER module supports a link length of up to 40 kilometers on SMF (G.652). SFP-10G-ER-S
does not support FCoE.
Cisco SFP-10G-ER module
The Cisco 10GBASE-ER Module supports a link length of up to 40 kilometers on standard Single-Mode Fiber
(SMF, G.652).
The Cisco 10GBASE-ER Industrial Temperature Module supports a link length of up to 40 kilometers on
standard Single-Mode Fiber (SMF, G.652). The SFP-10G-ER-I for Industrial Operating Temperature Range is a
multirate 10GBASE-ER, 10GBASE-EW and OTU2/2e module.
Cisco SFP-10G-BX40D-I and SFP-10G-BX40U-I (for 40Km single-fiber bidirectional
applications)
The Cisco SFP-10G-BX40D-I and SFP-10G-BX40U-I SFPs operate on a single strand of standard SMF.
A SFP-10G-BX40D-I device is always connected to a SFP-10G-BX40U-I device with a single strand of
standard SMF with an operating transmission range up to 40 km.
The communication over a single strand of fiber is achieved by separating the transmission wavelength of the
two devices. SFP-10G-BX40D-I transmits a 1330-nm channel and receives a 1270-nm signal. The SFP-10GBX40U-I transmits at a 1270-nm wavelength and receives a 1330-nm signal.
The SFP-10G-BX40D-I and SFP-10G-BX40U-I SFPs support Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM) functions
according to the industry-standard SFF-8472 Multisource Agreement (MSA). This feature gives the end user
the ability to monitor real-time parameters of the SFP, such as optical output power, optical input power,
temperature, laser bias current, and transceiver supply voltage.
Cisco SFP-10G-ZR-S module (S-Class)
The Cisco 10GBASE-ZR module supports link lengths of up to about 80 kilometers on standard SMF (G.652).
This interface is not specified as part of the 10 Gigabit Ethernet standards and is, instead, built according to
Cisco specifications. SFP-10G-ZR-S does not support FCoE.
Cisco SFP-10G-ZR module
The Cisco SFP-10G-ZR is a multirate 10GBASE-ZR, 10GBASE-ZW, and OTU2/OTU2e module. It supports link
lengths of up to about 80 kilometers on standard Single-Mode Fiber (SMF, G.652). This interface is not
specified as part of the 10 Gigabit Ethernet standard and is instead built according to Cisco specifications.
Cisco SFP+ Copper Twinax (Figure 4) direct-attach cables are suitable for very short distances and offer a
cost-effective way to connect within racks and across adjacent racks. Cisco offers passive Twinax cables in
lengths of 1, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 4 and 5 meters, and active Twinax cables in lengths of 7 and 10 meters.
Figure 4.
Cisco direct-attach twinax copper cable assembly with SFP+ connectors
Cisco SFP+ Active optical cables
Cisco SFP+ Active Optical Cables (Figure 5) are direct-attach fiber assemblies with SFP+ connectors. They are
suitable for very short distances and offer a cost-effective way to connect within racks and across adjacent
racks. Cisco offers Active Optical Cables in lengths of 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, and 10 meters.
Figure 5.
Cisco direct-attach active optical cables with SFP+ connectors
Additional platforms may continually be added; please check the compatibility matrix for the latest information
and for the Cisco compatible operating system for each platform.
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Weight
Dimensions Page 17
Dimensions
Dimensions (H x W x D): 8.5 x 13.4 x 56.5mm. Cisco SFP+ connectors typically weigh 75 grams or less.
Environmental Conditions and Power Requirements
Operating temperature range:
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Commercial temperature range (COM): 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
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Extended temperature range (EXT): -5 to 85°C (23 to 185°F)
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Industrial temperature range (IND): -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
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Storage temperature range: -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Warranty
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Standard warranty: 5 years
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Expedited replacement available via a Cisco SMARTnet® Service support contract
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Next steps
Learn more about Cisco 10GBASE SFP+ fiber modules or 10GBase SFP+ copper modules (twinax cable) by
contacting your sales representative or visiting https://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps6574/index.html.
For S-Class SFP+ 10 Gigabit Modules, refer to the link below: