Fiber optic transceiver module BlueOptics N8TDR-BO SFP+ LC Aluminium

The BlueOptics N8TDR-BO SFP+ LC Aluminium is a fiber optic transceiver module designed for 10 Gbps short-range multimode links. Housed in an aluminium enclosure and weighing approximately 20 g, this SFP+ form-factor module provides duplex LC connectivity and follows MSA-compatible mechanical and electrical specifications. It integrates an 850 nm transmitter and receiver pair for multimode fiber and supports common 10G Ethernet and Fibre Channel applications over distances up to approximately 300 meters depending on fiber type and cabling.

Advantages

This module provides a compact, industry-standard SFP+ interface that enables easy hot-plug installation in switches, routers and storage systems that accept SFP+ optics. The aluminium housing offers mechanical durability while the MSA-compatible design ensures interoperability with a wide range of network equipment. Built for short-range multimode links, the transceiver supports reliable 10G data transfer with low latency and includes digital diagnostic monitoring when supported by host hardware.

Suitable for

• 10G Ethernet links over multimode fiber in data center and enterprise networks
• Fibre Channel or storage connectivity for short-reach SAN links
• Upgrading switches and routers that accept SFP+ modules with LC duplex connectors
• Interconnects between patch panels and active equipment within the same building or campus

Key specifications

• Form factor: SFP+ (hot-pluggable)
• Wavelength: 850 nm (transmitter and receiver)
• Connector type: LC duplex
• Supported data rate: up to 10 Gbps
• Medium: multimode fiber (MMF)
• Typical reach: up to ~300 m depending on fiber type and conditions
• Housing material: aluminium
• Weight: ~20 g
• Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM/DOM): supported when host hardware provides DDM support

How to use

Install the BlueOptics N8TDR-BO into any compatible SFP+ slot while the host equipment is powered on or off, observing standard hot-plug procedures. Connect LC duplex multimode patch cords to the module and to the corresponding port on the remote transceiver or patch panel, ensuring correct transmit/receive alignment. Verify link status using the host device interface or LEDs and, if available, read DDM parameters for real-time monitoring of optical power, temperature and supply voltage.

Usage recommendations

Use OM3/OM4 multimode fiber for optimal reach and performance at 10 Gbps, maintain clean connector endfaces to avoid signal loss, and ensure the host device firmware supports third-party SFP+ modules and DDM if you require digital diagnostics. For critical links, test connectivity and monitor DDM values after installation to confirm stable operation.