Cisco 10 Gbps OC-192/STM-64 XFP Module

Elevate your network backbone with the Cisco 10 Gbps OC-192/STM-64 XFP Module, a high-performance 1310 nm transceiver designed to deliver reliable, scalable fiber connectivity for enterprise data centers, service providers, and telecom-grade infrastructures. This XFP transceiver integrates the transmitter and receiver into a single hot-plug module, enabling a streamlined upgrade path to 10 Gbps serial links while preserving existing Cisco hardware investments. Built to support OC-192/STM-64 applications, it delivers precise timing, robust signal integrity, and consistent performance across demanding long-haul and metropolitan links.

The 10 Gbps 1310 nm XFP transceiver is engineered to provide a high-speed serial link with tight eye margins and low jitter, ensuring a clean signal that travels farther with less dispersion on single-mode fiber. By incorporating the receiver and transmitter paths into one compact module, this transceiver simplifies field deployments, reduces footprint in crowded data center racks, and minimizes maintenance downtime. Its design emphasizes reliability and compatibility, making it an ideal choice for networks that demand uninterrupted uptime and seamless integration with Cisco switches, routers, and optical transport platforms that support OC-192/STM-64 XFP modules.

Whether you’re upgrading core or aggregation layers, expanding a metro-access network, or supporting bandwidth-intensive applications such as high-definition video, virtualized workloads, or large-scale backups, this Cisco XFP module delivers consistent, predictable performance. The 1310 nm wavelength is optimized for single-mode fiber, delivering favorable attenuation characteristics and robust performance across typical long-reach deployments. In addition to speed and reach, the module is designed for easy installation and rapid replacement, reducing downtime during maintenance windows and enabling faster time-to-service for your users and customers.

Beyond raw speed, the Cisco 10 Gbps OC-192/STM-64 XFP Module emphasizes resilience and compatibility. Designed to operate in conjunction with Cisco’s ecosystem of switches and routers, it ensures interoperability with existing network policies, management tools, and monitoring solutions. This translates into a smoother upgrade path, fewer compatibility headaches, and a lower total cost of ownership as traffic grows and network demands evolve. In fast-moving data center environments where every millisecond counts, having a trusted XFP module that delivers stable link reliability can be a decisive competitive advantage.

• High-speed 10 Gbps performance: Supports a 10 Gbps serial link, enabling rapid data transfers across core and edge networks. The 1310 nm optical signal minimizes attenuation on single-mode fiber, supporting longer reach and higher link reliability for OC-192/STM-64 configurations.
• Integrated transmitter and receiver: Combines TX and RX paths in a single, hot-plug module for simplified installations, streamlined maintenance, and reduced device footprint. The transmitter retimes and regenerates the REST data stream before it reaches the laser driver, preserving signal integrity over long distances.
• 1310 nm optics for versatile reach: Optimized for single-mode fiber, delivering dependable performance across data centers, metro networks, and long-haul links while maintaining excellent dispersion characteristics essential for OC-192/STM-64 operation.
• Cisco compatibility and reliability: Built to meet Cisco’s stringent compatibility standards, ensuring smooth integration with Cisco switches and routers that support OC-192/STM-64 XFP modules. Expect dependable operation, consistent metrics, and straightforward management within Cisco ecosystems.
• Hot-plug, easy installation and replacement: The XFP form factor supports hot-swapping in many Cisco platforms, enabling maintenance without full downtime and providing agile capacity expansion as traffic patterns shift and grow.

Technical Details of Cisco 10 Gbps OC-192/STM-64 XFP Module

Specifications from the retailer’s specifications page are not provided in this product description. For full technical details, including exact electrical characteristics, power consumption, optical budgets, reach, and compatibility notes, please refer to the official Cisco-compatible XFP module specification sheet on the retailer’s site or contact a sales representative for the most up-to-date information.

How to install Cisco 10 Gbps OC-192/STM-64 XFP Module

• Prepare and verify compatibility: Confirm that your Cisco device supports OC-192/STM-64 XFP modules and that you have the correct rear access and connector types for your chassis or module cage. Power down or adhere to your organization’s hot-swap policy as required by the equipment guidelines.
• Handle with care: Handle the XFP module by the edges, avoiding touching the optical connectors or the laser window. Keep the connector clean and free from dust or oils to preserve signal integrity and performance.
• Insert the XFP module: Align the module with the SFP/XFP port and slide it gently into the slot until it seats firmly. You should hear or feel a click indicating secure insertion. Do not force the module or use excessive force during installation.
• Connect fiber and power on: Attach the appropriate single-mode fiber patch cables to the module’s LC connectors, ensuring the transmit and receive fibers are correctly aligned. Reconnect power to the device if required by your hot-swap procedure, and verify that the device recognizes the transceiver.
• Verify link status and performance: Use your network management system or device CLI to confirm link integrity, negotiated speed, and optical parameters. Check for normal transmitter and receiver activity, correct link up/down states, and monitor for any error counters or alarms that may indicate a misalignment or fiber issue.

Frequently asked questions

• Is this Cisco 10 Gbps XFP module compatible with my Cisco switch or router?
  This module is designed for Cisco devices that support OC-192/STM-64 XFP transceivers. Verify compatibility with your specific model and firmware version in Cisco’s documentation or the retailer’s compatibility list before purchase.
• What wavelength does the XFP module use?
  The transceiver operates at 1310 nm, which is optimal for single-mode fiber and long-haul connections with good dispersion performance.
• Can I hot-swap this XFP module?
  In many Cisco platforms, XFP modules are hot-swappable. Always follow your equipment’s hot-swap procedures and ensure you adhere to service maintenance windows to minimize disruption.
• What kind of fiber cable should I use?
  Single-mode fiber is typically used with 1310 nm XFP transceivers for OC-192/STM-64 links. Ensure correct connector types (commonly LC), proper polishing, and clean-ended cables to maximize link reliability.
• What maintenance or monitoring options are available?
  Use your network management tools to monitor link status, error counters, optical budget, and temperature. Regular health checks help detect drift in BER, dispersion, or power that could affect performance.