SFP transceiver CBO AFBR-5715PZ 850nm multimode fiber, reach up to 550 m

The BlueOptics SFP transceiver AFBR-5715PZ is a hot-pluggable SFP module operating at 850 nm for multimode fiber links. It supports a maximum reach of up to 550 meters over appropriate multimode fiber and is intended for installation in network switches, routers and fiber optic patch panels. The compact SFP form factor provides one optical port for short-range data transmission and allows straightforward replacement or upgrade of existing fiber connections without major infrastructure changes.

Advantages

This SFP transceiver offers compatibility with standard SFP slots and allows in-service installation thanks to its hot-pluggable design. Operating at 850 nm on multimode fiber, it provides reliable short-reach connectivity with a reach up to 550 m. The module is designed for simple integration into enterprise and datacenter networks, minimizing downtime when expanding or maintaining fiber links.

Suitable for

• Short-reach fiber connections within buildings, floors or campus environments
• Upgrading SFP ports in managed and unmanaged switches and routers
• Interconnecting patch panels and optical distribution frames
• Local area network (LAN) links requiring multimode 850 nm transceivers

Key specifications

• Wavelength: 850 nm for multimode fiber
• Maximum link distance: up to 550 meters (dependent on fiber type and conditions)
• Form factor: SFP (small form-factor pluggable), single-port optical module
• Hot-pluggable design for in-service replacement and hot-swap capability
• Typical application: short-reach data transmission in enterprise and data center networks

How to use

Insert the SFP transceiver into an empty SFP slot on a compatible switch, router or media converter while the host device is powered on or off, following the vendor safety guidelines for hot-plug operations. Connect a compatible multimode fiber patch cable to the module’s optical port, ensuring correct connector type and clean endfaces. Configure the link speed and duplex settings on the network device if required; most modern equipment auto-negotiates when a transceiver is detected. Verify link status and optical parameters using the host equipment’s management interface or status LEDs.

Recommendations

Use factory-standard multimode fiber (OM1/OM2/OM3/OM4 depending on required reach) and ensure fiber connectors are clean to maintain link quality. Check compatibility with the host device vendor and maintain proper ESD precautions when handling the transceiver. For runs approaching the maximum distance, validate end-to-end attenuation and consider higher-grade multimode fiber to preserve signal integrity.