SFP fiber transceiver CBO SFP-GIG-SX-BO 1000 Mbit/s 850 nm multimode

CBO SFP-GIG-SX-BO is an SFP fiber transceiver module that supports 1000 Mbit/s data rate over multimode fiber at an 850 nm wavelength. Designed for short-range gigabit Ethernet links, the module provides hot-pluggable connectivity for switches, routers and network interface cards, enabling straightforward replacement or upgrade without powering down equipment. Compatible with standard SFP cages, the transceiver is intended for use in data centers, enterprise networks and campus environments where reliable short-distance optical connections are required.

Advantages

The BlueOptics SFP-GIG-SX-BO offers plug-and-play installation and a compact SFP form factor that conserves port space. Operating at 850 nm for multimode fiber, it supports 1 Gbit/s throughput suitable for gigabit Ethernet applications. Hot-swappable design reduces maintenance downtime, and the module conforms to common SFP interface specifications to ensure interoperability with a wide range of network equipment. Its construction is optimized for short-range optical links typically found in rack-to-rack and intra-building connections.

Suitable for

• Gigabit Ethernet links over multimode fiber in data centers
• Switch-to-switch and switch-to-server connections within racks
• Enterprise and campus backbone segments for short distances
• Upgrading or replacing existing SFP ports without system shutdown

Key specifications

• Data rate: 1000 Mbit/s (1 Gbit/s)
• Wavelength: 850 nm
• Fiber type: Multimode fiber (MMF)
• Form factor: Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP), hot-pluggable
• Typical application: Short-range gigabit Ethernet links

How to use

Insert the SFP-GIG-SX-BO module into an available SFP port on a compatible switch, router or network interface card until it seats securely. Connect a suitable multimode fiber patch cable with matching connectors to the transceiver. After insertion, verify link status and data rate via device LEDs or management interface and configure port settings on the network device as needed. To remove the module, power down the appropriate interface if recommended by the equipment vendor, then disengage the latch and pull the module straight out.

Usage recommendations

Use multimode fiber (OM1/OM2/OM3/OM4 as supported by your system) and appropriate LC/SC patch cords according to your network design. Ensure optical budgets and link distances match the 850 nm transceiver characteristics; avoid exceeding recommended short-range distances. Handle the fiber transceiver by the housing, keep dust caps on unused ports, and follow ESD precautions during installation and removal to maintain performance and longevity.