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How to Select, Install and remove a SFP+ Transceiver

SFP+ module is popular hot-swappable input and output enhancement components that allow 10 gigabit connections. They are often used to connect a device motherboard to other equipment. To apply SFP+ transceivers to your applications, other than choosing a proper one, you also need to know how to instore and remove an SFP+ transceiver. This article will help you to select, install, and remove SFP+ transceivers.

How to Select an SFP+ Transceiver

Before installing an SFP+ transceiver, first you have to select the appropriate transceiver to provide the required reach. How to select an appropriate SFP+ transceiver? There are two key points. One is to determine the required reach. Depending on the applications, you can obtain SFP+ transceivers for cable distances of up to 15m, 300m, 10km, and so on. The other is to determine wavelength restrictions or requirements. Different types of SFP+ transceivers are available to meet the wavelength requirements, like 10GBASE-SR SFP+, 10GBASE-LR SFP+, 10GBASE-LRM SFP+ and 10GBASE-ER SFP+. Usually, an SFP+ transceiver has a label on the top and bottom or side of it. The label will tell you some basic information about the transceiver and make it convenient for you to know whether you’re installing the right one. For example, a picture of Finisar FTLX8571D3BCL compatible SFP+ transceiver is shown below. From the label, you can see that it is a 10GBASE-SR SFP+ transceiver.

Finisar FTLX8571D3BCL Compatible 10GBASE-SR SFP+ Transceiver

How to Install an SFP+ Transceiver

Procedures for installing an SFP+ transceiver:

  • 1. Remove the SFP+ transceiver from its protective packaging.
  • 2. Grasp the SFP+ transceiver between your thumb and forefinger.
  • 3. Insert the SFP+ transceiver into an SFP+ slot on the switch, applying a light pressure to the SFP+ transceiver until the device clicks and locks into position. SFP+ transceivers are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion. If the SFP+ resists pressure, do not force it; turn it over, and reinsert it.
  • 4. Remove the dust cover from the SFP+ optical bores and insert the fiber optic cable.

How to Remove an SFP+ Transceiver

Remove an SFP+ transceiver to replace it or to commission it elsewhere:

  • 1. Disconnect the network fiber optic cable from the SFP+ connector.
  • 2. Affix dust covers over the fiber optic bore and connector.
  • 3. Pull the swing-down latch handle and use it to extract the module.
  • 4. Pull and slide the SFP+ transceiver out of the SFP+ slot. If the SFP+ does not slide out easily from the slot, use a gentle side-to-side rocking motion while firmly pulling the SFP+ from the slot.
  • 5. Store the SFP+ transceiver in a safe place until needed.

Notes for SFP+ Transceiver Installation

During the process of installing and removing an SFP+ transceiver, there are several things that you need to keep in mind:

  • 1.SFP+ transceivers are similar to SFP transceiver in physical appearance but SFP+ transceivers support 10 gigabit per second (Gb/s) connections. Do not install an SFP+ transceiver in an SFP slot. The two transceivers look the same but function differently. You must ensure that your switch supports SFP+ transceivers before installation or use.
  • 2.SFP+ transceivers and XFP transceivers both support 10 Gb/s connections, but are not compatible devices. Do not install an SFP+ transceiver in an XFP slot. You must ensure the slot is an SFP+ slot before installation.
  • 3.Verify that the SFP+ is the correct model for your network configuration.
  • 4.Before you install the optical connector, ensure it is clean.
  • 5.Risk of eye injury by laser. Fiber optic equipment can emit laser or infrared light that can injure your eyes. When installing or removing an SFP+ transceiver, never look into an optical fiber or connector port. Always assume that fiber optic cables connect to a light source.
  • 6.To prevent damage from electrostatic discharge, always wear an antistatic wrist strap connected to an ESD jack.

Conclusion

Installation of an SFP+ transceiver needs careful operation. As for SFP+ transceiver choices, Fiberstore is a good choice. We offer a large range of 10G SFP+ transceivers. All our SFP+ transceivers are 100% compatible with major brands like Cisco, HP, Juniper, Brocade, Finisar, etc. For example, HP J9150A and Brocade 10G-SFPP-SR compatible 10GBASE-SR SFP+ transceivers, or Cisco SFP-10G-LR-S and HP 455886-B21 compatible 10GBASE-LR SFP+ transceivers, these are cost-effective modules and are fully compatible with major brand devices. We are dedicated to providing better products and service for our customers.

The Basics of HP SFP Transceivers

SFP, small form-factor pluggable, is a specification for a new generation of optical modular transceivers. It is a compact, hot-pluggable transceiver used for both telecommunication and data communications applications. SFP is a popular industry format jointly developed and supported by many network component vendors. HP, as a leading provider of optical network equipment, provides various SFP transceiver choices for your Gigabit Ethernet applications. This article gives you some fundamental information about HP 1000BASE SFP transceivers.

HP SFP

HP SFP is a Multi-Source Agreement (MSA) standard for high speed application. The devices are designed for use with small form factor (SFF) connectors, and offer high speed and physical compactness. HP SFP transceivers are electrically hot-pluggable, which enables them to be easily interchanged, so electro-optical or fiber optic networks can be upgraded and maintained more conveniently than has been the case with traditional soldered-in modules. Rather than replacing an entire circuit board containing several soldered-in modules, a single module can be removed and replaced for repair or upgrading. This can result in a substantial cost savings, both in maintenance and in upgrading efforts. All HP SFP transceivers are well tested on HP switch to ensure optimal signal integrity and the best end-to-end performance.

Types of HP SFP Transceivers

There is a number of HP 1000BASE SFP optics that are available depending on the customer application and distance capability required. Each optical interface operates and is managed like a fixed port but gives the customer flexibility to hotswap or interchange to different optical module types. In this part, two different kinds of HP SFP transceivers will be introduced.

HP 1000BASE-LX SFP: HP 1000BASE-LX SFP transceiver, like HP J4859C, is specified to work over a distance of up to 10km over single mode fiber and it can also run over all common types of multi mode fiber with a maximum segment length of 550m. For link distances greater than 300m, you must install a mode-conditioning patch cord between the transceiver and the MMF cable on both ends of the link. HP J4859C SFP transceiver, as shown below, provides a full-duplex gigabit solution up to 10 km (singlemode) or 550 m (multimode).

HP J4859C Compatible 1000BASE-LX SFP Transceiver

HP 1000BASE-SX SFP: HP 1000BASE-SX SFP transceiver, like HP JD118B, is compatible with the IEEE 802.3z standard and operates multi-mode fibers link up to 550 m. HP 1000BASE-SX SFP transceiver module consists of three sections: a VCSEL laser transmitter, a PIN photodiode integrated with a trans-impedance preamplifier (TIA) and MCU control unit. It is often applied for Fibre Channel links, Gigabit Ethernet links, Fast Ethernet links, etc. HP JD118B SFP transceiver, as shown below, is a cost effective transceiver module with a wavelength of 850 nm which supports data rates of up to 1.25 Gbps.

HP JD118B Compatible 1000BASE-SX SFP Transceiver

Applications of HP SFP

HP SFP Transceivers are designed to support SONET, gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel, and other communications standards. Storage interface cards, also called HBAs or Fibre Channel storage switches, also make use of these modules, supporting different speeds such as 2Gb, 4Gb, and 8Gb. Because of their low cost, low profile, and ability to provide a connection to different types of optical fiber, SFP provides such equipment with enhanced flexibility.

Conclusion

Fiberstore is a professional manufacturer and supplier for optical fiber products and provides various kinds of SFP transceivers. We offers a large amount of compatible SFP transceivers branded by many famous companies, like Cisco, HP, Juniper, and Brocade. All these fiber transceivers are 100% compatible with major brands like Cisco, HP, Juniper, Nortel, Force10, D-link, 3Com, etc. Moreover, these 1000BASE SFP transceivers are with high quality and backed by a lifetime warranty.