Avaya 10GBASE-SR/SW Transceiver

Avaya 10GBASE-SR – High-Speed SFP+ Optical Transceiver for Short-Range Networking

Overview of Avaya 10GBASE-SR Transceiver

The Avaya 10GBASE-SR transceiver is a compact, hot-swappable SFP+ optical module designed to provide 10 Gigabit Ethernet and Fibre Channel connectivity over short distances using multimode fiber (MMF). Operating at an 850nm wavelength, this transceiver supports up to 300 meters on OM3 fiber and 400 meters on OM4, making it ideal for high-bandwidth links within data centers, server rooms, and enterprise LANs.

Optimized for use with Avaya switches and networking hardware, the Avaya 10GBASE-SR transceiver delivers the reliability and performance required in demanding business environments while remaining cost-effective and energy-efficient.

Key Features of Avaya 10GBASE-SR

• Data Rate: Up to 10.3 Gbps

• Standard: Compliant with IEEE 802.3ae (10GBASE-SR)

• Wavelength: 850nm VCSEL

• Connector Type: Duplex LC

• Reach: Up to 400m (OM4), 300m (OM3)

• Hot-pluggable SFP+ form factor

• Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM) supported

• Low power consumption for energy-efficient networking

The Avaya 10GBASE-SR is an ideal solution for short-range 10G Ethernet or 8G/16G Fibre Channel environments.

Additional Benefits of Avaya 10GBASE-SR

The Avaya 10GBASE-SR transceiver is a future-proof investment for businesses aiming to scale their IT infrastructure quickly and efficiently. With support for short-range 10G Ethernet and Fibre Channel, it delivers the kind of performance needed for mission-critical workloads, such as virtualization, big data processing, and hybrid cloud deployments. This makes it an excellent solution for enterprise environments requiring stable, high-throughput fiber connectivity over relatively short distances.

Its hot-swappable design means minimal disruption during installation or replacement—ensuring your infrastructure remains highly available, even during upgrades or maintenance windows. In high-density server rooms, the Avaya 10GBASE-SR excels with its compact footprint and low power draw, helping reduce operational costs while maintaining superior performance.

Furthermore, this transceiver integrates seamlessly into Avaya’s broader ecosystem, allowing IT administrators to manage, monitor, and troubleshoot network links with confidence. The inclusion of Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM) provides real-time visibility into operating conditions, which helps prevent unexpected downtime and supports proactive management.

Whether you’re expanding your data center or replacing older optics, the Avaya 10GBASE-SR offers the perfect balance of speed, reliability, and efficiency—making it a smart, long-term choice for modern networking needs.

Use Cases for Avaya 10GBASE-SR

The Avaya 10GBASE-SR transceiver is ideal for:

• Top-of-rack to aggregation switch links

• Server-to-switch connections in enterprise data centers

• Storage area networks (SANs) over Fibre Channel

• Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) connectivity

• Cloud-based application performance optimization

Its high throughput, low latency, and plug-and-play capability make it suitable for modern hybrid and virtualized environments.

Seamless Integration with Avaya Ecosystem

Specifically engineered to work within the Avaya Fabric Connect and Avaya VSP platforms, the Avaya 10GBASE-SR transceiver offers native support and automatic recognition in Avaya switches. This enables rapid provisioning and seamless integration into existing infrastructures.

Its SFP+ MSA compliance ensures broad compatibility, allowing it to function in multi-vendor networks with no loss of performance or reliability.

Performance and Reliability

The Avaya 10GBASE-SR is designed for maximum uptime and long-term reliability. It supports real-time diagnostics through DDM, enabling network admins to monitor operating conditions such as temperature, voltage, and optical power levels. This monitoring allows for predictive maintenance and helps avoid unexpected outages.

With its solid build quality and rigorous Avaya testing, the transceiver ensures stable signal transmission and minimal bit error rates even under high load conditions.

 Efficient Networking for Modern Enterprises

With businesses relying more than ever on cloud services, video conferencing, data replication, and remote access, the need for fast, reliable, and scalable network links is crucial. The Avaya 10GBASE-SR helps organizations meet these demands by delivering consistent 10G performance in short-distance environments.

Its compact, low-power design helps conserve energy and space—especially important in high-density deployments where thermal management is key.