Description
Product overview of the StarTech SFP100BFXST
The StarTech SFP100BFXST MSA compliant 100 Mbps fiber SFP 100Base-FX transceiver module is a fast Ethernet transceiver module designed for use in optical fiber networks. This module is designed to provide reliable and high-performance connectivity between switches, routers, and other networking devices over short distances. In this article, we will explain in detail what the StarTech SFP100BFXST transceiver module is, its features, and how it works.
The StarTech SFP100BFXST transceiver module is a small form-factor pluggable (SFP) transceiver module that complies with the Multi-Source Agreement (MSA) standard. This module is designed to provide 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet connectivity over optical fiber networks. It is compatible with multimode fiber (MMF) cables with LC connectors and can transmit data up to a distance of 2 km.
Features
The StarTech SFP100BFXST transceiver module comes with the following features:
- MSA Compliant: The module complies with the MSA standard, which ensures that it is compatible with a wide range of networking devices from different vendors.
- Fast Ethernet Connectivity: The module supports 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet connectivity, which makes it ideal for use in small and medium-sized networks.
- MMF Compatibility: The module is compatible with multimode fiber (MMF) cables, which are commonly used in short-distance fiber optic networks.
- LC Connector: The module comes with an LC connector, which ensures reliable and secure connectivity between the module and other networking devices.
- 2 km Transmission Distance: The module can transmit data up to a distance of 2 km, which makes it ideal for use in small and medium-sized networks.
- Hot-swappable: The module is hot-swappable, which means that it can be replaced without shutting down the entire network.
The StarTech SFP100BFXST transceiver module works by converting electrical signals into optical signals and vice versa. The module is designed to transmit data over optical fiber networks using multimode fiber (MMF) cables with LC connectors.
To transmit data, the module first converts the electrical signal generated by the networking device into an optical signal using a laser or light-emitting diode (LED). The optical signal is then transmitted over the MMF cable to the receiving device.
At the receiving end, the optical signal is converted back into an electrical signal using a photo detector. The electrical signal is then transmitted to the receiving device, where it is processed and used for further communication.
The StarTech SFP100BFXST transceiver module is designed to operate at a wavelength of 1310 nm and supports full-duplex communication. This means that it can transmit and receive data simultaneously, which ensures high-speed and reliable connectivity.
Applications
The StarTech SFP100BFXST transceiver module is commonly used in small and medium-sized networks that require high-speed and reliable connectivity over short distances. Some of the applications of this module include:
- Switch-to-switch connectivity: The module can be used to connect switches within a network, which ensures reliable and high-speed communication between different segments of the network.
- Router-to-switch connectivity: The module can also be used to connect routers to switches within a network, which ensures reliable and high-speed communication between the router and the rest of the network.
General Information about the StarTech SFP100BFXST
- Manufacturer: StarTech
- Model Number or SKU# SFP100BFXST
- Product Type: Transceiver Module
Technical Specifications
- Data rate: 100 Mbps
- Fiber type: multimode fiber
- Connector type: LC connector
- Wavelength: 1310 nm
- Maximum cable distance: 2 km
- Operating temperature range: 0°C to 70°C
- Digital diagnostics monitoring (DDM): Yes
