SFP28 transceiver CBO SFP28-25G-ESR-IX-BO, 25 Gbit/s, LC, 300 m

SFP28 CBO SFP28-25G-ESR-IX-BO is a compact 25 Gbit/s optical transceiver with an LC connector designed for short-reach multimode fiber links. The module supports 25G Ethernet and is intended for use in switches, routers and servers where a hot-pluggable, space-saving optical interface is required. It provides a maximum reach of up to 300 m over appropriate multimode fiber and enables straightforward replacement or upgrade of existing SFP28 ports.

Advantages

The transceiver offers high data throughput at 25 Gbit/s in a standard SFP28 form factor, enabling dense port deployments in data center and enterprise environments. Its LC duplex connector ensures compatibility with common multimode fiber patching systems. The hot-pluggable design simplifies maintenance and upgrades without powering down equipment, while support for short-reach multimode links reduces infrastructure costs where long-haul optics are not needed.

Suitable for

• 25G Ethernet links between switches and aggregation devices
• Server uplinks in racks requiring high-bandwidth connections
• Short-reach multimode fiber connections within data centers and wiring closets
• Replacement or expansion of existing SFP28 ports

Key specifications

• Data rate: 25 Gbit/s
• Connector type: LC duplex
• Maximum reach: up to 300 m on multimode fiber (depending on fiber type and link conditions)
• Form factor: SFP28 (hot-pluggable)
• Optical interface: short-reach multimode

How to use

Insert the SFP28 module into a compatible SFP28 port on a switch, router or server until it latches. Connect duplex LC patch cords between the module and the corresponding fiber patch panel or transceiver on the other end. Verify link status via the host device management interface and ensure transceiver settings match the network configuration. For safe removal, follow the host device procedure to prevent link disruption and physically extract the module by disengaging the latch.

Recommendations

Use the module with multimode fiber of appropriate grade and with correct LC duplex patching to achieve the specified reach. Verify compatibility with the host device before installation and keep spare dust caps on connectors when the module is not in use to protect optical interfaces.