Network transceiver module HP Enterprise 10-GbE SFP SR 850 nm for short-range fiber

This HP Enterprise 10-GbE SFP SR 850 nm optical transceiver is a compact hot-pluggable module designed for short-range multimode fiber links. It delivers 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over multimode fiber using an 850 nm VCSEL source in an SFP form factor. The module is intended for use in networking equipment that supports SFP interfaces and provides a standardized physical layer option for high-speed, short-distance fiber connections in data centers and enterprise networks.

Advantages

The transceiver offers low-latency 10 GbE data transport with a small SFP package that reduces port density impact. Its 850 nm wavelength is optimized for multimode fiber performance at short distances, enabling reliable short-range links with low power consumption and minimal heat generation. The module supports hot-pluggable installation and standard optical interface characteristics, simplifying replacement and scalability in existing SFP-compatible switches and servers.

Suitable for

• Data center uplinks between aggregation and core switches
• Switch-to-switch connections within racks and across adjacent racks
• Server-to-switch fiber connections in rack environments
• High-speed short-distance links in enterprise LANs

Key specifications

• Interface: SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable)
• Data rate: 10 Gigabit Ethernet
• Wavelength: 850 nm
• Fiber type: Multimode fiber (MMF)
• Typical reach: short-range multimode links (tens to a few hundred meters depending on fiber grade)
• Connector type: duplex LC
• Hot-pluggable: yes
• Power consumption: low (module class typical for SFP optical transceivers)

How to use

Install the transceiver into an SFP-compatible port on a switch, router or server while the host device is powered according to the platform vendor instructions for hot-plug modules. Connect duplex LC multimode fiber patch cables to the transceiver, ensuring correct transmit/receive orientation. Configure the host interface for 10 Gigabit Ethernet operation if required by the operating system or network equipment, and verify link status and diagnostics through the device management interface.

Recommendations

Use appropriate multimode fiber (OM3/OM4 recommended for longer short-reach distances) and maintain clean LC connector endfaces. Observe manufacturer guidelines for supported transceiver types on the specific switch or server model and check compatibility lists when integrating into existing infrastructure.