Cisco DWDM-SFP10G-56.55 Compatible 10G SFP+ DWDM 100km Transceiver | 1556.55nm C26 100GHz, Single Mode, APD Receiver, DOM Monitoring
Product Overview
HYTOPTODEVICE Cisco DWDM-SFP10G-56.55 Compatible 10G SFP+ DWDM 100km Transceiver is a telco-grade long-reach optical transceiver engineered for Cisco metro backbone infrastructure, OTN transport pipelines and enterprise intersite long-distance DWDM networking builds. Fully compliant with SFP+ MSA and 10GBASE-DWDM ITU-T G.694.1 industry standards, this 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver operates on the fixed C26 1556.55nm wavelength with standardized 100GHz channel spacing, delivering consistent 10.3125Gbps bidirectional data transmission out to 100km over G.652/G.655 single-mode fiber cabling.
Every unit ships pre-programmed with custom Cisco-tailored EEPROM firmware, enabling trouble-free plug-and-play deployment without any system error alerts across all Cisco IOS and IOS-XE operating platforms. Integrated with industrial-grade EML laser components, fast-response TEC temperature stabilization and high-gain APD receiving chips, this Transceiver delivers reliable wavelength locking, robust faint signal detection and powerful anti-interference performance. Each finished units completes full 100% wavelength calibration, extended temperature aging cycles and cross-device compatibility validation, delivering cost-efficient, long-lasting transmission hardware for large-scale multi-channel DWDM multiplex engineering projects.
Key Technical Specifications
Built to carrier-grade quality control standards, each 10G SFP+ DWDM 100km transceiver delivers an ultra-low bit error rate, precise wavelength locking, and reliable 24/7 continuous operation. Explore the full technical specifications below to find the perfect fit for your commercial or telecom-grade DWDM network environments.
| Cisco Compatible |
DWDM-SFP10G-56.55 |
Vendor Name |
HYTOPTODEVICE |
| Form Factor |
SFP+ |
Max Data Rate |
11.0957Gbps |
| Wavelength |
1556.55nm |
Max Distance |
100km |
| Connector |
Simplex LC |
Transmitter Type |
DWDM EML |
| Cable Type |
SMF |
Receiver Type |
APD |
| TX Power |
1~+5.0dBm |
Receiver Sensitivity |
< -25dBm |
| Max. Power Consumption |
≤1.7W |
DOM/DDM |
Fully Supported |
| Protocols |
SFP+ MSA, SFF-8472, IEEE 802.3ae, RoHS Compliant |
Operation Temperature |
0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
Usage Guidelines & Laser Safety
All installers must wear ESD anti-static wristbands while handling 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceivers to prevent static discharge damage to delicate internal optical chips and circuitry. Never directly view powered LC connector ports, as invisible infrared laser radiation can cause permanent irreversible eye damage. For testing runs shorter than 10km, install 15–20dB optical attenuators to prevent APD receiver saturation and signal distortion risks. Thoroughly wipe fiber end faces prior to connection to lower insertion loss. Maintain adequate cabinet airflow around densely populated 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver racks to avoid thermal buildup and wavelength drift issues. Regularly export DOM diagnostic data via Cisco CLI tools to carry out proactive network health maintenance.
When the third-party compatible 10G SFP+ DWDM 100km transceiver is used in short distance transmission, please match it with the appropriate attenuator according to the table.
Full Compatibility List & Supported Network Hardware
1.Native Cisco Platform Compatibility
HYTOPTODEVICE Cisco DWDM-SFP10G-56.55 compatible 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver ships with pre-flashed official Cisco adaptive firmware, fully eliminating gbic-invalid and unsupported transceiver warning alerts. It supports full DOM diagnostic data recognition and zero packet-loss operation without manual terminal configuration, delivering seamless interoperability with all mainstream Cisco network hardware platforms.
Supported Cisco Hardware Models:
- Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches
- Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series Switches
- Cisco Catalyst 9200/9300 Series Switches
- Cisco ISR 4000/4300/4400 Enterprise Routers
- Cisco ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Routers
- Cisco Nexus 7000/9000 Data Center Core Switches
- Cisco OTN/ONS DWDM Service Platforms
2.Multi-Brand Cross Compatibility
This 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver covers two complete compatibility categories to fit nearly all mainstream network hardware available on the market: Open-Brand Compatibility and Locked-Brand Compatibility. Open-Brand category includes MikroTik, Ubiquiti, TP-Link, D-Link, Zyxel, Fortinet, Ruijie and other universal SFP slot devices, which realize plug-and-play running without any firmware modification. Locked-Brand category covers Cisco, Arista, Juniper, H3C, Huawei, HP/Aruba, Dell, Brocade, Intel and other vendor-locked switches and routers, which require customized professional firmware rewriting to complete stable identification and normal service operation.
At HYTOPTODEVICE, we build an independent professional compatibility testing laboratory, where more than 150 types of mainstream brand switches, routers and optical transport equipment run continuous cyclic compatibility tests all year round. We can provide official compatibility test videos and full verification reports to fully guarantee stable multi-brand hybrid networking performance of our 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver.
3. Free Custom EEPROM & Bulk OEM Service
We provide complimentary Cisco firmware optimization, precise wavelength offset calibration and dual-vendor coding services for bulk orders of 10G SFP+ DWDM 100km Transceivers. Custom private label printing, personalized parameter adjustment and tiered bulk discount policies are available, serving global optical module distributors, system integrators and telecom engineering procurement clients worldwide.
Primary Application Scenarios
This 1556.55nm C26-channel 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver is purpose-built for long-distance multi-wavelength DWDM transmission, widely deployed within carrier and enterprise Cisco network infrastructure:
- Cross-city Metro DWDM Backbone Trunks: Deploy this Transceiver to enable high-efficiency multi-wavelength multiplexing, conserve fiber resources and stabilize long-distance urban trunk transmission.
- Data Center Cross-region Interconnection: This Transceiver supports stable 100km low-latency private line transmission for cross-site data synchronization and offsite disaster recovery backup systems.
- Enterprise Cross-park Long-distance Uplinks: Integrate this high-stability Transceiver to resolve persistent long-span transmission bottlenecks for multi-branch corporate core networks.
- Remote Broadband Backhaul Networks: Leverage the DWDM wavelength division functionality of the 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver to expand long-distance broadband coverage while utilizing limited fiber infrastructure.
- Carrier OTN & Smart City Aggregation Links: This carrier-grade 10G SFP+ DWDM 100km Transceiver delivers consistent high-speed 10G transmission support for OTN transport hardware and remote smart city monitoring aggregation nodes.
Connectivity Solutions(Applications)
1.80km Long-haul 10G DWDM Transmission for OTN Platform
Install matched pairs of Cisco-compatible 1556.55nm 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceivers onto standard 2U OTN chassis hardware. Leverage the module’s high-gain APD receiver and generous optical power budget margin to deliver stable 100km long-distance 10G signal transmission, perfectly suited for carrier-grade cross-city metropolitan backbone network construction projects.
2. 100GHz Grid Multi-channel DWDM Mux Demux Networking
Pair this C26 100GHz fixed-grid 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver with industry-standard passive MUX/DEMUX multiplexing hardware. Multiple independent 10G data services are multiplexed onto a single fiber cable for simultaneous transport, drastically boosting fiber utilization efficiency and cutting long-haul network deployment and recurring operational expenses.
Features
1. High Capacity Long-haul DWDM Transmission
Tuned exclusively to the 1556.55nm C26 wavelength band, this carrier-grade 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver supports steady multi-channel DWDM multiplexing across full 100km fiber spans. Designed with superior chromatic dispersion resistance and minimal signal distortion characteristics, the module drastically reduces bit error occurrences on long single-mode fiber routes, helping operators maximize existing fiber assets for cross-city metro backbones and carrier OTN transmission systems.
2.Stable 10G Connectivity for Data Center
Engineered for mission-critical environments, our cisco compatible 10G SFP+ DWDM CH17 to CH61 optics deliver rock-solid, ultra-low latency connectivity. Designed to withstand the thermal and bandwidth demands of modern data centers, they ensure zero-packet-loss performance and 24/7 network uptime for your core aggregation and backbone links.
3. Premium Module Built with Famous MACOM Mainstream Chips
This 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver utilizes proven mainstream MACOM brand core chips as its primary optical and electrical processing core. Paired with optimized circuit layout and independent TEC heat dissipation architecture, the integrated chipset outputs steady high-speed signals, boasts robust anti-electromagnetic interference performance and wide temperature adaptability, maintaining precise 1556.55nm wavelength locking amid fluctuating thermal conditions on long-distance DWDM transmission links.
4. Full Cisco Zero-alarm Interoperability
Pre-flashed with native Cisco firmware, this 10G SFP+ DWDM transceiver ensures 100% alarm-free and error-free operation across all mainstream Cisco switches and routers. For bulk orders, we provide complimentary custom EEPROM dual-vendor coding, enabling adaptive identification across diverse open and locked network hardware.
Backed by our independent compatibility lab, each module undergoes rigorous cyclic testing across 150+ equipment types. To streamline your project reviews and customer audits, we also provide official compatibility test videos and verification reports—making it the ideal choice for multi-brand hybrid networking and large-scale deployments.
5.Strict Quality Screening with Complete Test Records
Every third-party compatible 10G SFP+ DWDM transceiver undergoes rigorous, multi-stage reliability testing—including high-precision wavelength calibration, professional photoelectric performance inspection, thermal cycling aging, and real-machine compatibility verification. Each finished module is delivered with complete, standardized test records. For bulk orders, we provide detailed official Product Quality Reports (PQRs) to seamlessly support your project filing, quality inspections, and engineering acceptance.
FAQ
Q1: What laser component is deployed to sustain reliable long-distance transmission on this 10G SFP+ DWDM 100km Transceiver?
A1: Our Transceiver relies on industrial-grade EML laser cores as primary light sources. Paired with precision factory wavelength calibration and integrated TEC thermal stabilization, this laser delivers narrow spectral linewidth, minimal signal distortion and consistent stability, supporting error-free 100km single-mode fiber transmission without extra dispersion compensation gear for metro DWDM trunk routes.
Q2: What exact optical power budget headroom is integrated into this C26 channel 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver?
A2: HYTOPTODEVICE engineering teams reserve ample calibrated optical power budget headroom during this 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver’s component design phase. This extra margin offsets natural fiber attenuation, splicing point loss and LC connector insertion loss, sustaining steady 80km transmission performance even on aged, high-loss field fiber without standalone optical amplifiers.
Q3: What optical return loss (ORL) threshold can this Cisco interoperable 10G SFP+ DWDM 100km Transceiver reliably withstand?
A3: This Cisco-matched Transceiver features robust ORL resistance via specialized anti-reflection coating and refined internal optical path layout. It suppresses signal jitter and bit error spikes triggered by fiber end-face reflection gaps or poor joints, maintaining consistent link stability across multi-channel Mux/Demux DWDM deployments.
Q4: Will this fixed-grid 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver operate alongside 50GHz spacing DWDM infrastructure?
A4: This 1556.55nm C26 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver is calibrated exclusively to ITU standard 100GHz grid spacing, engineered for dedicated use with 100GHz passive MUX/Demux systems. It cannot align wavelength specs for 50GHz grid hardware, ensuring zero crosstalk and precise channel matching in matched 100GHz DWDM network builds.
Q5: Are tunable wavelength alternatives offered if network channel requirements shift over time?
A5: This model is a fixed-wavelength C26 10G SFP+ DWDM 100km Transceiver built for static channel deployments. We supply fully customizable tunable 10G SFP+ DWDM transceiver variants covering full C-band wavelength ranges, supporting flexible channel switching for future network upgrades and adjustable DWDM planning; sample trials and custom bulk configurations are available for all project demands.
Q6: Will this carrier-grade 10G SFP+ DWDM 100km Transceiver overheat inside fully populated 48-port switch racks?
A6: Equipped with built-in TEC active heat dissipation and intelligent over-temperature protection circuits, this Transceiver adapts seamlessly to dense 48-port full-population rack deployments. It automatically scales back laser operating power to reduce thermal load during temperature spikes, preventing internal optical component burnout and enabling long-term stable operation in poorly ventilated cabinet environments.
Q7: What MTBF performance rating does this MACOM chip powered 10G SFP+ DWDM 100km Transceiver deliver?
A7: This MACOM chip integrated Transceiver holds a high verified MTBF rating after full carrier-grade long-term aging reliability testing. Featuring premium core chip hardware and optimized thermal architecture, the module boasts ultra-low failure rates and wide environmental adaptability, meeting strict 24/7-hour continuous operation standards for long-life telecom network deployments.
Q8: Are the optical LC ports of this 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver shielded from dust contamination during shipping and handling?
A8: Every transceiver leaves our factory fitted with dedicated dust protective caps for all LC optical ports. Combined with professional anti-static, shock-absorbent packaging, the optical ports remain fully guarded against dust buildup, surface scratches and physical impact during transit, storage and on-site handling, retaining factory-clean port condition prior to installation.
Q9: Is the latching buckle of this 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver durable enough for frequent repeated plug-and-pull cycles?
A9: The latching mechanism of this module uses reinforced high-strength industrial plastic structural design. It has passed thousands of standardized repeated insertion/extraction durability tests, preserving stable locking performance and structural integrity through routine equipment debugging, hardware replacement and regular maintenance cycles.
Q10: Do the LC connectors on this long-haul 10G SFP+ DWDM Transceiver feature tight clamping to stop accidental fiber disconnections?
A10: This long-distance Transceiver is equipped with upgraded industrial reinforced snap-lock LC connectors with high-tension buckle design. The firm clamping force withstands equipment vibration, cable tension and daily cabinet movement, eliminating loose contact and accidental fiber disconnection during multi-year continuous network operation.
Why Network Engineers Choose HYTOPTODEVICE
HYTOPTODEVICE has supplied over 5000,000 optical transceiver modules to data centers, ISPs, and enterprise networks across 100+ countries since 2011. Every module undergoes a 72-hour burn-in test and full DDM/DOM validation before shipment.
- Up to 70% cost savings vs OEM, transparent pricing & flexible bulk rates, supported quality returns
- 100% real-device compatible with Cisco, Huawei,Dell,Juniper, and Arista
- ISO 9001:2015 Shenzhen factory, full lineup: 1.25G/10G/25G/40G/100G/200G/400G/800G/1.6T transceivers
- Ample stock, fast global DHL/FedEx shipping in 3–5 working days
- Free pre-sales engineering support for custom EEPROM & private label firmware
- Real switch test videos available for pre-purchase review; inspection & shipping videos provided per order
“Phenomenal performance. We deployed 200 HYTOPTODEVICE SFP modules to replace Cisco OEMs in our backbone network. Result? Zero compatibility issues and a 60% reduction in costs. Highly recommended for mission-critical networks."— Senior Network Engineer, Regional Telecom, Australia
Quality Certification & Compliance
At HYTOPTODEVICE, our quality commitment is backed by industry-standard validations. From fiber optical transceiver manufacturing to final visual inspection, from IQC、IPQC、FQC to OQC, our processes ensure global compliance and reliability.
We adhere to rigorous standards for our SFP modules and network solutions:
-
ISO 9001: Certified quality management and production consistency.
-
CE & FCC: Fully compliant for seamless Global Market Access.
-
RoHS: Committed to environmental responsibility and hazardous material control.
-
Proven Reliability: Rigorous testing to reduce compliance risk and ensure safety.
Certified Quality. Global Standards. Guaranteed Performance.
Rigorous Industrial Product Testing
100% 3rd Party Compatible
Partial Test Demonstration
Others
