Force10 GP-10GSFP-40KM-W59 10Gb/s SFP+ 40km Duplex LC SMF Transceiver

Product Description

The Force10 GP-10GSFP-40KM-W59 is a high-performance 10 Gigabit Small Form-Factor Pluggable Plus (SFP+) transceiver module engineered for long-haul optical networking applications. This module is specifically designed to operate over single-mode fiber (SMF) optic cables, enabling data transmission over extended distances. The '40KM' designation clearly indicates its capability to support network links up to 40 kilometers, making it suitable for connecting geographically dispersed locations or for backbone infrastructure in large enterprises and service provider networks. This SFP+ module utilizes a duplex LC connector, which is the standard for fiber optic connections, allowing for the simultaneous transmission and reception of data. The typical operating wavelength for such long-distance transceivers is 1550nm, which offers lower signal attenuation in single-mode fiber compared to shorter wavelengths. The module is hot-pluggable, meaning it can be inserted into or removed from a compatible SFP+ port on a switch, router, or network interface card without needing to power down the device, facilitating easier maintenance and upgrades. The GP-10GSFP-40KM-W59 is designed to comply with industry standards for 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) and is compatible with networking equipment that supports SFP+ interfaces. Its primary application is in extending network reach across metropolitan areas or between distant campus buildings where standard short-reach transceivers would not suffice. Force10 (now part of Dell EMC) is known for providing reliable networking hardware, and this transceiver is a key component for building robust, high-speed, long-distance optical networks.