Cisco 10GbE 25GbE SFP28 Transceiver Module

Overview

The Cisco SFP-10/25G-LR-S= is a transceiver module designed to provide high-speed network connectivity for both 10 Gigabit Ethernet and 25 Gigabit Ethernet applications. It supports data transmission over distances up to 10 kilometers using Single-Mode Fiber (SMF) G.652, making it well suited for large enterprise networks, data centers, and campus environments where devices are spread across wide areas. This module integrates smoothly with various Cisco hardware platforms, enabling flexible deployment and reliable performance in demanding network infrastructures.

Key features

• Supports both 10GbE and 25GbE speeds, allowing seamless upgrades and versatile network configurations
• Enables long-range connectivity up to 10 kilometers over standard Single-Mode Fiber, ideal for extended network layouts
• Compatible with multiple Cisco devices such as ASR-9902, N9K-C9336C-FX2-E, and NCS-55A2-MOD-HX-S, ensuring broad hardware support
• Designed to maintain low latency and high data throughput, supporting efficient and stable network performance
• Adheres to the 25GBase-LR standard, providing future-proofing for evolving bandwidth requirements

Key specs

• Supported speeds: 10 Gigabit Ethernet and 25 Gigabit Ethernet
• Maximum transmission distance: 10 kilometers
• Fiber type: Single-Mode Fiber (SMF) G.652
• Standards compliance: 25GBase-LR
• Compatible Cisco hardware: ASR-9902, N9K-C9336C-FX2-E, NCS-55A2-MOD-HX-S

Connectivity and compatibility

This transceiver module is engineered to fit seamlessly into Cisco network environments, supporting a range of high-performance routers and switches. Its compatibility with both 10GbE and 25GbE speeds allows it to serve as a flexible component in mixed-speed networks, simplifying upgrades and expansions. The use of Single-Mode Fiber ensures that it can connect devices across large physical distances without signal degradation, which is essential for sprawling enterprise campuses and data center interconnects.

Ideal uses and environments

The Cisco SFP-10/25G-LR-S= is a strong choice for network administrators managing enterprise-level infrastructures that require reliable, long-distance fiber connections. It fits well in data centers, service provider networks, and large campus settings where maintaining high bandwidth and low latency is critical. Its dual-speed support makes it suitable for organizations planning gradual network upgrades or those needing to support diverse device speeds within the same network.