Cisco DWDM-SFP10G-46.92 Compatible 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module | 1546.92nm C38 100GHz, Single Mode, APD Receiver, DOM MonitoringProduct Overview
HYTOPTODEVICE Cisco DWDM-SFP10G-46.92 Compatible 10G DWDM SFP+ Module is a carrier-grade, long-reach optical transceiver engineered for Cisco metro backbones, OTN transport, and enterprise long-span networks. Compliant with SFP+ MSA and ITU-T G.694.1 standards, this module operates on the 1546.92nm wavelength (C-Band, CH38) with 100GHz channel spacing, delivering stable 10.3125Gbps full-duplex data transmission up to 80km over SMF (G.652/G.655).
Pre-flashed with dedicated Cisco adaptive EEPROM firmware, it guarantees seamless, zero-alarm plug-and-play interoperability across all Cisco IOS and IOS-XE platforms. Featuring an industrial-grade EML laser, fast-response TEC cooling, and a high-gain APD receiver, the transceiver ensures precise wavelength locking, exceptional weak-signal sensitivity, and robust anti-interference performance. Each unit undergoes 100% wavelength calibration, thermal aging, and real-switch testing to provide a cost-effective, highly reliable solution for large-scale, high-density DWDM multiplexing projects.
Key Technical Specifications
Designed for seamless integration and maximum uptime in enterprise and telecom networks, our compatible Cisco 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km module combines industry-standard compliance with rigorous quality control. The following specifications detail the optical performance, electrical characteristics, and environmental parameters that ensure its carrier-grade reliability.
| Cisco Compatible |
DWDM-SFP10G-46.92 |
Vendor Name |
HYTOPTODEVICE |
| Form Factor |
SFP+ |
Max Data Rate |
11.0957Gbps |
| Wavelength |
1546.92nm |
Max Distance |
80km |
| Connector |
Simplex LC |
Transmitter Type |
DWDM EML |
| Cable Type |
SMF |
Receiver Type |
APD |
| TX Power |
-1~+5.0dBm |
Receiver Sensitivity |
< -23dBm |
| 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
• ESD Protection: Operators must wear a properly grounded ESD anti-static wrist strap during installation to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging internal optical chips and circuits.
• Laser Safety Warning: NEVER look directly into the powered optical ports or fiber connectors. The invisible infrared laser radiation emitted can cause permanent and irreversible eye injury.
• Receiver Protection: For short-distance testing or links under 10km, an appropriate optical attenuator (typically 15–20dB) MUST be installed before connecting to the RX port. Failure to do so will cause APD receiver saturation, signal distortion, or permanent hardware damage.
• Optical Cleanliness: Thoroughly clean all fiber end-faces using professional cleaning tools before docking to minimize insertion loss and prevent contamination.
• Thermal Management: Ensure sufficient cabinet airflow and ventilation when deploying modules in high-density environments to prevent heat accumulation, which can cause wavelength drift or thermal shutdown.
• Proactive Maintenance: Regularly monitor Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM) data via the system CLI to proactively detect potential optical degradation.
Short-Distance Deployment Notice: > When deploying this Cisco-compatible 10G DWDM SFP+ module over short distances, please refer to the attenuation reference table below to select the appropriate optical attenuator.
Full Compatibility List & Supported Network Hardware
1.Native Cisco Platform Compatibility
HYTOPTODEVICE Cisco DWDM-SFP10G-46.92 compatible 10G DWDM SFP+ module features pre-flashed official Cisco adaptive firmware, completely eliminating gbic-invalid and unsupported transceiver alarms. It supports full DOM data identification and zero-packet-loss operation without manual configuration, achieving seamless compatibility with mainstream Cisco network hardware.
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 HYTOPTODEVICE 10G DWDM SFP+ Module covers two full compatibility categories to match nearly all mainstream network hardware on the market: Open-Brand Compatibility and Locked-Brand Compatibility. Open-Brand series 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 rewriting. Locked-Brand series covers Cisco, Arista, Juniper, H3C, Huawei, HP/Aruba, Dell, Brocade, Intel and other vendor-locked switches and routers, which require customized professional firmware adaptation 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 DWDM SFP+ Module.
3. Free Custom EEPROM & Bulk OEM Service
We offer free Cisco firmware optimization, precise wavelength offset calibration and dual-vendor coding for bulk orders of 10G DWDM SFP+ Modules. Support private label printing, personalized parameter tuning and tiered bulk discounts, serving global optical module distributors, system integrators and telecom engineering purchasers.
Primary Application Scenarios
This 1546.92nm C38-channel 10G DWDM SFP+ Module is specialized for long-span multi-wavelength DWDM transmission, widely deployed in carrier and enterprise Cisco network infrastructure:
1. Cross-city Metro DWDM Backbone Trunks: Realize high-efficiency multi-wavelength multiplexing with this 10G DWDM SFP+ module to save fiber resources and stabilize long-distance trunk transmission.
2. Data Center Cross-region Interconnection: This 10G DWDM SFP+ module supports 80km low-latency private line transmission for data synchronization and cross-base disaster recovery backup.
3. Enterprise Cross-park Long-distance Uplinks: Deploy high-stability 10G DWDM SFP+ Transceiver to solve long-span transmission bottlenecks for multi-branch enterprise core networks.
4. Remote Broadband Backhaul Networks: Utilize DWDM wavelength division technology of the 10G DWDM SFP+ Module to expand long-distance broadband coverage with limited fiber resources.
5. Carrier OTN & Smart City Aggregation Links: This carrier-grade 10G DWDM SFP+ Module provides reliable high-speed 10G transmission for OTN equipment and remote monitoring aggregation nodes.
Connectivity Solutions(Applications)
1.80km Long-haul 10G DWDM Transmission for OTN Platform
Deploy paired Cisco-compatible 1546.92nm 10G DWDM SFP+ Modules on standard OTN chassis. Leverage the module’s high-gain APD receiver and abundant power budget margin to achieve stable 80km long-distance 10G signal transmission, ideal for carrier-grade cross-city metropolitan backbone network construction.
2. 100GHz Grid Multi-channel DWDM Mux Demux Networking
Match this C38 100GHz fixed-grid 10G DWDM SFP+ Module with standard passive MUX/DEMUX devices. Multiple 10G service signals are multiplexed on a single fiber for simultaneous transmission, greatly improving fiber utilization and reducing long-haul network deployment and operation costs.

Features
1. High Capacity Long-haul DWDM Transmission
This high-quality 10G DWDM SFP+ Module is precisely tuned for the 1546.92nm C38 channel, supporting stable multi-wavelength DWDM multiplexing up to 80km. With excellent chromatic dispersion tolerance and low signal distortion, the 10G DWDM SFP+ module minimizes bit error rates on long single-mode fiber spans, maximizing existing fiber utilization for cross-city metro backbone and carrier OTN transmission networks.

2.Stable 10G Connectivity for Data Center
Equipped with upgraded high-gain APD receiver chips, this bulk deployable long-haul 10G DWDM SFP+ module delivers superior weak signal capture capability compared with ordinary PIN modules. It effectively identifies severely attenuated optical signals after 80km transmission, eliminating link flapping and intermittent disconnections. This feature ensures stable 10G service continuity for long-span, high-loss fiber networking environments inside large-scale data center clusters.

3. Premium Module Built with Famous MACOM Mainstream Chips
This low power 10G DWDM SFP+ Module adopts mainstream mature MACOM brand core chips as the core optical and electrical processing unit. Matched with optimized circuit layout and independent TEC heat dissipation structure, the chip set delivers stable high-speed signal output, strong anti-electromagnetic interference and excellent temperature adaptability, maintaining precise wavelength locking under complex variable-temperature long-distance DWDM transmission conditions.

4. Full Cisco Zero-alarm Interoperability
Pre-flashed with professional Cisco native firmware, this C38 channel 10G DWDM SFP+ module achieves zero-alarm, zero-error operation on all mainstream Cisco switches and routers. We provide free custom EEPROM dual-vendor coding for bulk orders, supporting adaptive identification for massive mainstream open-brand and locked-brand network devices. Equipped with a professional independent compatibility laboratory, we run long-term cyclic tests on more than 150 types of mainstream network equipment. We can provide official compatibility test video materials and verification reports to support project review and customer audit needs, fully adapting to multi-brand hybrid networking and large-scale batch deployment scenarios.

5.Strict Quality Screening with Complete Test Records
All third-party compatible 10G DWDM SFP+ Modules undergo multi-stage rigorous reliability testing, including high-precision wavelength calibration, professional photoelectric performance inspection, and high-low temperature cycle aging and real-machine compatibility verification. Each finished 10G DWDM module comes with complete standardized qualified test records. For bulk order customers, we can provide detailed official product shipment quality reports to support project filing, quality inspection and engineering acceptance.

FAQ
Q1: Can HYTOPTODEVICE 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module sustain full 80km stable transmission signal on aged legacy fiber cables with accumulated attenuation loss?
A1: Our HYTOPTODEVICE 1546.92nm C38 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module is equipped with abundant optical power budget matching the attenuation characteristics of aging fiber lines. We simulate various degraded fiber working conditions during factory testing, enabling this optic to steadily reach the rated 80km transmission distance even on outdated pipelines with splicing defects and long-term signal loss. Its optimized optical receiving architecture suppresses excessive bit error rates, delivering dependable long-haul transmission for reconstructed metro fiber backbone projects.
Q2: What laser solution does HYTOPTODEVICE integrate into the 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module to maintain stable long-distance running performance?
A2: This 1546.92nm C38 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module adopts industrial EML laser as the core light source, matched with built-in TEC constant temperature locking modules. Strict factory wavelength calibration narrows spectral linewidth and effectively restrains power fluctuation. This mature laser combination prevents wavelength drift during long-term continuous operation, maintaining stable optical output to realize error-free 80km single-mode DWDM trunk link transmission.
Q3: What optical return loss (ORL) tolerance range can this C38 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module withstand without performance degradation?
A3: HYTOPTODEVICE calibrates each 1546.92nm C38 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module to reach high ORL tolerance that meets global telecom industry standards. The internal optical isolation design offsets reflected light signals caused by poor fiber joints and mismatched connectors. It avoids signal oscillation and BER spikes triggered by excessive return loss, adapting to complex field wiring environments with inconsistent connector quality.
Q4: How stable can the central wavelength of HYTOPTODEVICE 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module remain after years of uninterrupted 24/7 operation?
A4: Every 1546.92nm C38 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module is fitted with real-time TEC temperature control and undergoes precise wavelength calibration before delivery. The intelligent thermal control unit continuously stabilizes laser operating temperature, largely inhibiting central wavelength deviation induced by long-term heat accumulation and component aging. Long-term reliability tests confirm wavelength deviation stays within ITU standard limits to avoid cross-channel crosstalk inside multi-channel DWDM racks.
Q5: Will mainstream switch operating systems pop up "Unsupported Transceiver" warning prompts when identifying this third-party 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module?
A5: All HYTOPTODEVICE 1546.92nm C38 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module units are pre-flashed with customized EEPROM firmware compatible with mainstream switch brands. Optimized chip identification data completely eliminates unsupported optic warning alerts on Cisco and other brand switch OS, supporting full hardware recognition and complete function activation without complicated manual terminal configuration.
Q6: Is independent over-temperature protection circuitry built into this 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module?
A6: The 1546.92nm C38 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module integrates intelligent over-temperature protection circuits paired with TEC active heat dissipation. Once the internal working temperature exceeds the safety threshold, the module will automatically reduce laser operating power to cut heat output. This design prevents burnout of internal optical chips and circuit boards, ensuring stable continuous operation in densely loaded full-population switch racks.
Q7: What complete standardized reliability testing procedures will each 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module go through before factory shipment?
A7: Each HYTOPTODEVICE 1546.92nm C38 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module passes multi-stage strict standardized testing before leaving the factory, including wavelength calibration, ORL tolerance testing, BER performance inspection, high-low temperature cycle aging, 80km long-span link simulation, repeated plug durability test and cross-brand equipment compatibility verification. We retain complete standardized test records and can provide official Product Quality Reports for all bulk order buyers.
Q8: Does this 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module fully comply with universal SFP+ MSA dimensional and mechanical specification standards?
A8: This 1546.92nm C38 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module is produced and fully verified in accordance with SFP+ MSA SFF-8431/SFF-8472 global dimensional standards. Its overall outline, pin layout, port position and locking latch structure all conform to universal SFP+ size specifications. It achieves smooth plug-in without jamming or loose installation, supporting standard hot-swap functions for all MSA-compliant network switches and routers.
Q9: Why are official OEM optical transceivers priced much higher than HYTOPTODEVICE’s C38 80km alternative module?
A9: Brand OEM optical products carry extra expenses such as brand premium, regional agent markup and proprietary certification fees, which push up their overall selling prices significantly. As a direct optical module manufacturer, HYTOPTODEVICE removes intermediate profit links and provides free EEPROM reprogramming services for bulk orders. Our 1546.92nm C38 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module delivers identical transmission performance and full multi-brand compatibility while cutting procurement costs for global system integrators and optical distributors.
Q10: How will the operating state of this 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module change during switch firmware upgrade processes?
A10: The 1546.92nm C38 10G DWDM SFP+ 80km Module features stable hot-swap performance and reliable hardware identification logic. When the switch executes firmware upgrade tasks, the module will temporarily pause data forwarding without abnormal crash or permanent hardware lockup. After the upgrade procedure finishes, the switch will automatically re-identify the optic and restore full 10G transmission bandwidth without manual re-plugging 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:
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ISO 9001: Certified quality management and production consistency.
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CE & FCC: Fully compliant for seamless Global Market Access.
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RoHS: Committed to environmental responsibility and hazardous material control.
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Proven Reliability: Rigorous testing to reduce compliance risk and ensure safety.
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