Media Converter PLANET 10GBASE-T to 10GBASE-X SFP+ Copper port Black

The PLANET XT-715A is a compact 10G media converter that converts 10GBASE-T copper connections to 10GBASE-X fiber via an SFP+ slot. Compliant with IEEE 802.3bz/an/ae standards, it provides a single auto-negotiation 2.5G/5G/10GBASE-T RJ45 copper port and one 10GBASE-X SFP+ slot for use with 10GBASE-SR or 10GBASE-LR transceivers. The device supports multimode and single-mode fiber links to extend network reach from 300 meters on multimode fiber up to 2/10/20/40/60/70/80 kilometers on single-mode fiber. Housed in a small metal enclosure and consuming approximately 5.3 W in full operation, the XT-715A is suitable for data centers, enterprise backbones, campus networks and carrier infrastructure.

Advantages

The XT-715A delivers wire-speed 10Gbps throughput with a 20Gbps internal fabric and support for 16K jumbo frames, reducing the risk of packet loss during high-volume transfers. Its SFP+ slot accepts standard 10GBASE-SR/LR transceivers to provide flexible fiber-optic uplinks and long-distance extension. Low power consumption and a compact metal housing enable efficient, rack- or wall-mounted deployments. The unit can operate standalone or as a slide-in module in PLANET MC-700/MC-1500 media converter chassis for centralized power and management.

Suitable for

• Extending 10G copper links to fiber for data center interconnects
• Connecting high-capacity servers and switches over long distances
• Enterprise backbone and campus network uplinks
• Carrier and service provider fiber access aggregation

Key specifications

• Model: PLANET XT-715A (MPN: XT-715A)
• Ports: 1 × 2.5G/5G/10GBASE-T RJ45; 1 × 10GBASE-X SFP+
• Fiber support: 10GBASE-SR (multimode) and 10GBASE-LR (single-mode) via SFP+ transceivers
• Maximum fiber reach: 300 m (MMF); 2/10/20/40/60/70/80 km (SMF, depending on transceiver)
• Performance: wire-speed 10Gbps, 20Gbps internal fabric, 16K jumbo frame
• Power consumption: ~5.3 W (full operation)
• Enclosure: compact metal housing, color: Black
• Weight: 0.216 kg
• Standards: IEEE 802.3bz/an/ae compliant
• EAN: 4711605287456

How to use

Install a compatible 10G SFP+ transceiver (10GBASE-SR for multimode or 10GBASE-LR for single-mode) into the SFP+ slot. Connect the RJ45 10GBASE-T port to a copper switch or server using CAT6A/CAT7 cabling and link the SFP+ transceiver to the fiber network. The device supports auto-negotiation on the copper port and operates in wire-speed mode; no configuration is required for basic media conversion. For chassis deployment, slide the module into a compatible PLANET MC-700 or MC-1500 chassis to receive centralized DC power and simplify cabling management.

Recommendations

Use quality SFP+ transceivers certified for 10GBASE-SR or 10GBASE-LR and appropriate fiber cable types for the intended distances; ensure CAT6A/CAT7 copper cabling for full 10GBASE-T performance and consider chassis mounting for centralized power in rack installations.