100BASE-BX Bidirectional SFP Modules

Part numbers: 10058, 10059

The 100BASE-BX SFP modules include the 100BASE-BX-U SFP module and the 100BASE-BX-D SFP module. These two SFP modules are used together in an ExtremeSwitching or Summit switch to permit a bidirectional 100-Mbps Ethernet connection using a single strand of SMF cable and LC connectors.

The 100BASE-BX-U SFP module is always connected to the 100BASE-BX-D SFP module. The 100BASE-BX-D SFP operates at wavelengths of 1550-nm TX/1310-nm RX wavelength), and the 1000BASE-BX-U SFP operates at wavelengths of 1310 nm TX/1550 nm RX. The maximum transmission distance for this connection is 10 km. The 100BASE-BX SFP modules conform to the IEEE 802.3ah standard.

For a complete listing of hardware compatible with these modules, see the Extreme Optics Compatibility website.

Transmission distances are provided as a nominal guide only. To determine achievable distances, refer to the device's optical specifications and to the specific characteristics of your fiber installation.

100BASE-BX Bidirectional SFP Specifications

The 100BASE-BX SFP modules conform to the IEEE 802.3ae standard.

The following table lists specifications for the 100BASE-BX SFP modules.

Table 1. 100BASE-BX SFP Modules Specifications
Parameter Minimum Maximum
Transmitter
Average launch power –9 dBm –3 dBm
Center wavelength (100BASE-BX10-D) 1480 nm 1580 nm
Center wavelength (100BASE-BX10-U) 1260 nm 1360 nm
Receiver
Receive sensitivity –20 dBm NA
Average receive power (max) NA –3 dBm
Link
Link power budget NA 11 dBm
Operating distance NA 10 km
Note

Note

The 100BX bidirectional SFPs include two SFP optical devices, the 100BASE-BX-U SFP and the 100BASE-BX-D SFP, which must be used as a pair to create a single fiber bidirectional connection.