When you need to extend your network without the cost of laying new cable, an SFP transceiver lets you reuse existing fibre and choose the exact distance you require. The Zyxel SFP-SX-D 1000 Mbit/s 550 m 850 nm 1000Base-LHX Plug-in Class 1 Laser CSA is a hot-pluggable module that delivers reliable gigabit connectivity over multimode fibre, saving you time and money.
Key Features of a 1000 Mbit/s SFP transceiver
- Data transfer rate: 1 Gbps. Provides full-duplex gigabit speeds for demanding applications.
- Maximum transfer distance: 550 m. Allows long-reach links in campus or data-center environments.
- Wavelength: 850 nm. Optimised for multimode fibre, ensuring stable signal quality.
- Form factor: Plug-in. Fits easily into any SFP slot for quick installation.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 56 x 13.4 x 12.46 mm. Compact size frees up space for high port density.
- Interface: 1 × Ethernet 1000Base-SX - LC multimode. Standard connector for easy fibre termination.
- Safety: Class 1 Laser. Meets safety regulations, safe for everyday handling.
- Compliance: IEEE 802.3z and SFP MSA. Guarantees interoperability with equipment from other vendors.
- Diagnostics: Digital Diagnostics Monitoring Interface (DDMI). Lets you monitor performance and troubleshoot remotely.
Zyxel SFP transceiver
If you manage a growing network, you know that fixed fibre ports can limit flexibility and increase costs. Choosing a switch with SFP slots gives you the freedom to match each port to the exact fibre type and distance you need. This Zyxel SFP transceiver fits that need, offering a simple, cost-effective way to upgrade or expand your infrastructure without rewiring.
Benefits of Zyxel SFP transceiver
- Cost efficiency: Reuse existing fibre, avoiding expensive new cabling runs.
- Scalability: Add or replace modules as your network grows, without replacing the whole switch.
- Easy installation: Hot-plug design means no downtime during upgrades.
- Reliable performance: Consistent 1 Gbps throughput over up to 550 m of multimode fibre.
Usages of a 550 m SFP transceiver
Ideal for connecting switches across office buildings, linking server rooms in a data centre, or extending campus networks where long-distance multimode fibre runs are required, this module provides a flexible, high-speed solution for any gigabit Ethernet deployment.
Specifications
| Networking |
| Networking / Form Factor | Plug-in module |
| Networking / Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Networking / Features | Digital Diagnostics Monitoring Interface (DDMI) |
| Networking / Data Transfer Rate | 1Gbps |
| Networking / Cabling Type | Ethernet 1000Base-SX |
| Networking / Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Networking / Type | SFP (mini-GBIC) transceiver module |
| Networking / Max Transfer Distance | 1800 ft |
| Header |
| Header / Product Line | Zyxel |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
| Manufacturer Warranty / Service & Support | Limited warranty - 5 years |
| Service & Support |
| Service & Support / Type | 5-year warranty |
| General |
| General / Device Type | SFP (mini-GBIC) transceiver module |
| General / Form Factor | Plug-in module |
| Expansion / Connectivity |
| Expansion / Connectivity / Interfaces | 1 x Ethernet 1000Base-SX - LC multi-mode |
| Summary Details |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum transfer distance | 550 m |
| Wavelength | 850 nm |
| Form factor | Plug-in |
| Safety | Class 1 Laser |
| Width | 56 mm |
| Depth | 13.4 mm |
| Height | 12.5 mm |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 56 x 13.4 x 12.46 mm |
