Axiom
Axiom 10GBASE-BX40-D SFP+ server accessory for Force 10
10 Gbps SFP+ transceiver for Force 10 links up to 40 km over single fibre
- 10 Gbps throughput for high-speed server links
- 40 km single-fibre reach extends campus connections
- Bidirectional BX optics simplify cabling infrastructure
- Designed for Force 10 compatibility ensures integration
- New condition guarantees full manufacturer specification
Axiom SFP+ for Force 10
The Axiom 10GBASE-BX40-D is a single-mode SFP+ transceiver built for Dell Force10 switches. It provides a 10 Gigabit Ethernet link over one LC fibre strand using bidirectional optics. Network engineers use it to connect distribution and core layers in campus or data-centre fabrics.
Replaces legacy 1 Gb links
The module upgrades existing 1 Gigabit SFP ports to 10 Gbps without changing the switch chassis. The jump is worth it when aggregation uplinks saturate at peak hours or when new server clusters demand higher throughput per rack. It supports distances up to 40 kilometres on standard single-mode fibre.
Hot-plug install in seconds
Installation is a hot-plug operation: insert the transceiver into an empty SFP+ cage until it clicks, then connect the LC patch cord. The most common issue is mismatched wavelength pairs at each end; verify the TX or RX label matches the opposite side before powering the link.
Compatible with Force10 OS
The transceiver reports standard digital diagnostics through the Force10 management interface, showing temperature, voltage and optical power in real time. No firmware upgrade is required on supported platforms. Buyers needing multi-mode reach or dual-fibre connectors should select a different module.
Highlights
- 10 Gbps throughput for high-speed server links
- 40 km single-fibre reach extends campus connections
- Bidirectional BX optics simplify cabling infrastructure
- Designed for Force 10 compatibility ensures integration
- New condition guarantees full manufacturer specification
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
Does the Axiom 10GBASE-BX40-D SFP+ module fit a standard SFP+ cage in Force10 switches?
Yes, the module uses the industry-standard SFP+ form factor so it inserts directly into any compliant SFP+ port on Force10 equipment without an adapter.
What is the correct insertion technique to avoid damaging the latch on this transceiver?
Hold the module by its sides, align the key with the cage slot, push firmly until the latch clicks, then verify the link LED before routing cables.
When should the Axiom 10GBASE-BX40-D be replaced to maintain link reliability?
Replace the module if optical power degrades, error counters rise, or after a major network redesign that changes reach or wavelength requirements.
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