What is the operating temperature range of this SFP module?

It operates at an industrial-grade temperature range from -40°C to +85°C.

What is the maximum transmission distance supported by this module?

It supports long-haul single-mode fiber transmission up to 80 kilometers.

What wavelength and transmitter type does the SFP1G-ZX-55-I use?

It features a 1550nm center wavelength with a DFB laser transmitter.

Does this transceiver module support real-time digital optical monitoring?

Yes, it includes built-in DOM compliant with SFF-8472 standards.

Hey, we run a mix of Juniper and Arista switches in our core network. Will this 1.25G SFP module work natively without throwing unapproved transceiver errors?

Absolutely! This module is strictly SFF-8472 MSA compliant and fully compatible with major OEM brands like Juniper, Arista, Cisco, and Mikrotik. It’s true plug-and-play, so your equipment will recognize it instantly without any "unsupported transceiver" warnings.

We need to install these in outdoor telecom cabinets where winters get brutal. Does this module actually hold up to sub-zero temperatures?

Yes, this is a genuine industrial-grade optical transceiver. It is purpose-built to operate reliably in harsh outdoor and non-climate-controlled environments, supporting an extreme temperature range from -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F) with zero signal degradation.

Just to confirm before ordering, what kind of fiber patch cables do I need to connect this 80km link?

You will need Single-Mode Fiber (SMF) patch cables terminated with Duplex LC connectors. Since the module transmits at a 1550nm center wavelength, standard 9/125µm SMF is perfectly optimized for your 80km long-haul transmission.

Does this transceiver support real-time monitoring? Our network engineers need to track optical power and temp remotely.

Yes, it features built-in Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM / DDM) fully compliant with IEEE 802.3ah and SFF-8472 protocols. Your datacenter operations team can seamlessly monitor real-time metrics like Tx/Rx power, internal temperature, and laser bias right through your switch's management interface.

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IBM SFP1G-ZX-55-I Compatible LINK-PP 1.25G SFP 1550nm 80km Duplex LC DOM SMF Optical Transceiver Module (Industrial)

Name: IBM SFP1G-ZX-55-I Compatible LINK-PP 1.25G SFP 1550nm 80km Duplex LC DOM SMF Optical Transceiver Module (Industrial)
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The IBM SFP1G-ZX-55-I Compatible LINK-PP module is a high-performance industrial SFP transceiver module designed for 1.25Gbps Gigabit Ethernet and Fiber Channel long-haul backbone networks. Operating at a 1550nm wavelength over single-mode fiber, it features a duplex LC interface, supports up to 80km transmission, and includes integrated digital diagnostic monitoring for optimized network management.

IBM Part Number	SFP1G-ZX-55-I	Vendor Name	LINK-PP
Form Factor	SFP	Max Data Rate	1.25Gbps
Wavelength	1550nm	Max Cable Distance	80km
Connector	Duplex LC	Media	SMF
Transmitter Type	DFB	Receiver Type	PIN
TX Power	0 to +5dBm	RX Power	-26 to -1dBm
Receiver Sensitivity	-26dBm	DOM Support	Yes
Operating Temperature Range	-40 to 85°C	Protocols	SFF-8472 MSA Compliant, IEEE 802.3ah-2004

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Q: Hey, we run a mix of Juniper and Arista switches in our core network. Will this 1.25G SFP module work natively without throwing unapproved transceiver errors? By N***g on 2026-04-09

A: Absolutely! This module is strictly SFF-8472 MSA compliant and fully compatible with major OEM brands like Juniper, Arista, Cisco, and Mikrotik. It’s true plug-and-play, so your equipment will recognize it instantly without any "unsupported transceiver" warnings. By admin on 2026-04-09
Q: We need to install these in outdoor telecom cabinets where winters get brutal. Does this module actually hold up to sub-zero temperatures? By D***l on 2026-03-08

A: Yes, this is a genuine industrial-grade optical transceiver. It is purpose-built to operate reliably in harsh outdoor and non-climate-controlled environments, supporting an extreme temperature range from -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F) with zero signal degradation. By admin on 2026-03-08
Q: Just to confirm before ordering, what kind of fiber patch cables do I need to connect this 80km link? By A***r on 2025-10-19

A: You will need Single-Mode Fiber (SMF) patch cables terminated with Duplex LC connectors. Since the module transmits at a 1550nm center wavelength, standard 9/125µm SMF is perfectly optimized for your 80km long-haul transmission. By admin on 2025-10-19
Q: Does this transceiver support real-time monitoring? Our network engineers need to track optical power and temp remotely. By S***s on 2025-07-20

A: Yes, it features built-in Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM / DDM) fully compliant with IEEE 802.3ah and SFF-8472 protocols. Your datacenter operations team can seamlessly monitor real-time metrics like Tx/Rx power, internal temperature, and laser bias right through your switch's management interface. By admin on 2025-07-20

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2026-03-23

Solid optical transceiver for 80km range. Tx power is stable during continuous network load.

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No packet loss on a 75km run!

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Using these to connect remote monitoring systems over SMF. The dispersion tolerance of the DFB laser at 80km is legit. Flawless 1.25Gbps performance even in our non-climate-controlled warehouse edge switches.

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Upgraded our regional backbone architecture with this single-mode module. Tx/Rx power levels are perfectly within IEEE 802.3ah specs. Great DOM support for real-time monitoring in our enterprise automation control systems.

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