StarTech.com SFP-10G-BX-U-20 10Gbps SM LC 20km SFP+ Transceiver SFP-10G-BX-U-20-ST
The StarTech.com SFP-10G-BX-U-20-ST is a Cisco-compatible 10 Gbps SFP+ transceiver engineered to extend single-mode fiber networks up to 20 kilometers, ensuring high-speed, reliable data transmission for critical business operations.
- 10 Gbps Connectivity: Delivers high-bandwidth data transfer, supporting demanding applications and preventing network bottlenecks.
- 20 km Reach: Extends network connections over long distances using single-mode fiber, enabling connectivity between remote offices or data centers.
- Cisco Compatibility: Ensures frictionless integration with existing Cisco network infrastructure, simplifying deployment and reducing compatibility issues.
- Hot-Swap Design: Allows for module replacement without interrupting network services, minimizing downtime during maintenance or upgrades.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com SFP-10G-BX-U-20-ST is a fiber optic SFP+ transceiver designed for 10 Gbps data transfer rates, supporting single-mode fiber with an LC connector. It extends network reach up to 20,000 meters, providing robust connectivity for demanding business environments.
This module features Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM) for real-time performance insights and is hot-swappable, allowing for maintenance without network disruption. Its Cisco compatibility ensures frictionless integration into existing network architectures, reducing IT overhead.
- Core Functionality: Delivers dependable 10 GbE connectivity over single-mode fiber, ensuring high-speed data flow for business-critical applications.
- Extended Reach: Supports a maximum transfer distance of 20 km, enabling reliable connections between geographically dispersed network segments or buildings.
- Cisco Integration: Engineered and tested for full compatibility with Cisco SFP-10G-BX-U-20 devices, simplifying deployment and ensuring stable performance within Cisco-centric networks.
- Proactive Monitoring: Features Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM), allowing IT teams to monitor transceiver performance in real-time and proactively address potential issues before they impact operations.
- Operational Value: Backed by a lifetime warranty, this transceiver offers long-term reliability and reduces total cost of ownership by minimizing replacement needs and ensuring continuous network uptime.
This SFP+ transceiver is an essential component for businesses seeking to extend their high-speed fiber network infrastructure with proven reliability and seamless Cisco compatibility.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Extending Campus Network Reach
Businesses with multiple buildings on a campus or geographically separated offices need to connect their networks with high bandwidth. This SFP+ transceiver provides a 10 Gbps fiber link over 20 kilometers, enabling seamless, high-speed data exchange between distant network segments.
Multi-building campuses, distributed branch networks, large corporate facilities
High-Speed Data Center Interconnect
Connecting servers, storage arrays, or network equipment within a data center or between co-location facilities requires robust, high-bandwidth fiber links. This module ensures reliable 10 Gbps connectivity for critical data center operations, supporting virtualization and large data transfers.
Data center operators, co-location facilities, enterprise infrastructure teams
Upgrading Existing Cisco Infrastructure
Organizations with existing Cisco switches and routers often seek cost-effective ways to upgrade or extend their fiber optic capabilities without replacing core equipment. This Cisco-compatible SFP+ transceiver offers a verified solution for integrating 10 Gbps fiber links, preserving investment in current hardware.
Businesses with Cisco network environments, IT operations teams, infrastructure upgrade projects
Key Features
10000 Mbit/s Maximum Data Transfer Rate
Ensures rapid data processing and transmission, eliminating network bottlenecks for critical business applications.
20000 m Maximum Transfer Distance
Enables long-distance fiber optic connections, facilitating network expansion across large campuses or between remote sites.
Single-Mode Fiber (SMF) Support
Provides reliable, high-bandwidth connectivity over extended distances, crucial for backbone infrastructure and inter-building links.
Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM)
Allows real-time monitoring of transceiver performance, enabling proactive issue resolution and maximizing network uptime.
Hot-Swap Capability
Permits module replacement without powering down network equipment, minimizing service interruptions and maintaining operational continuity.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This transceiver provides the high-speed, low-latency data links essential for financial trading platforms and secure, rapid data transfers between branch offices.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
It enables the reliable transmission of large medical imaging files and patient data across hospital campuses or between clinics, supporting critical healthcare operations.
Manufacturing & Industrial
High-speed fiber connectivity is crucial for connecting industrial control systems and data acquisition points across large factory floors or warehouses, supporting automation.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and accounting practices utilize this module for secure, high-bandwidth data exchange between offices and for accessing large document management systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of fiber optic cable is compatible with this transceiver?
This SFP+ transceiver is designed for use with single-mode fiber (SMF) optic cables, specifically those terminated with LC connectors, to achieve its maximum 20 km transfer distance.
Can this module be used with non-Cisco network equipment?
While engineered for Cisco compatibility (SFP-10G-BX-U-20), its functionality with non-Cisco equipment is not guaranteed and may vary, potentially impacting performance or stability.
What is the purpose of the BX-U standard for this transceiver?
The BX-U standard indicates that this is an "upstream" transceiver, designed to pair with a corresponding "downstream" BX-D module (like StarTech.com's SFP-10G-BX-D-20-ST) for bidirectional communication over a single fiber strand.
Does this SFP+ module require any special software or drivers for installation?
No, SFP+ transceivers are typically plug-and-play devices that are recognized automatically by compatible network switches and routers, requiring no additional software or driver installation.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Lifetime
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.