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TP-Link SM5310-T 10G SFP+ RJ45 switch module
An SFP+ module that adds a 10G RJ45 copper port with 30m reach at 10Gbps and 100m at lower speeds
- SpecificationsStandards and Protocols: IEEE Std 802.3, 802.3ab, 802.3bz, 8
- FeaturesSupport 10GBASE-T, 5GBASE-T, 2.5GBASE-T, 1000BASE-T, and 100
- 10 Gbps over copper up to 30 metres with Cat.6a
- Multi-rate 10G, 5G, 2.5G, 1G and 100M on a single module
- Hot-pluggable SFP+ footprint keeps the network running during swaps
- Fully metallic enclosure reduces EMI and meets FCC, CE, RoHS
- Works in 0–70 °C operating range for commercial deployments
10G SFP+ RJ45 switch module
The TP-Link SM5310-T is a hot-pluggable transceiver that adds a 10GBase-T copper port to any device with an SFP+ slot. It targets network administrators who need to extend 10 Gbps connectivity over existing Cat.6a or better twisted-pair cabling up to 30 metres.
Thermals noise and power
The module draws 3.3 V and operates reliably from 0 to 70 °C with a fully metallic enclosure that limits electromagnetic interference. Digital diagnostics monitoring reports temperature and voltage so the host system can track thermal conditions without extra sensors.
Build integration
Plug-and-play deployment requires no software configuration and the hot-swap capability keeps the link live during maintenance. Compatibility spans most switches, media converters and routers equipped with 10G SFP+ ports, freeing the builder from running new fibre when copper reaches the required distance.
Highlights
- 10 Gbps over copper up to 30 metres with Cat.6a
- Multi-rate 10G, 5G, 2.5G, 1G and 100M on a single module
- Hot-pluggable SFP+ footprint keeps the network running during swaps
- Fully metallic enclosure reduces EMI and meets FCC, CE, RoHS
- Works in 0–70 °C operating range for commercial deployments
Specifications
| Brand | TP-Link |
|---|---|
| Model | TL-SM5310-T |
| Specifications | Standards and Protocols: IEEE Std 802.3, 802.3ab, 802.3bz, 82.3an Power Supply: 3.3V Max. Cable Length: - 100BASE-TX: UTP cat .5 or above (max. 100m) - 1000BASE-T/2.5GBASE-T/5GBASE-T: UTP cat.5e or above (max. 100m) - 10GBASE-T: UTP cat.6a or above (max. 30m) Data Rate: 10.3 Gbps Port Type: 1 x 10G RJ45 Port Safety & Emission: FCC, CE, RoHS Environment: - Operating Temperature: 0 - 70 °C (32 - 158 °F) - Storage Temperature: -40 - 85 °C (-40 - 185 °F) |
| Features | Support 10GBASE-T, 5GBASE-T, 2.5GBASE-T, 1000BASE-T, and 100BASE-TX Transmit data up to 30m* at 10 Gbps (UTP cat.6a or above) Support DDM (Temperature and Voltage) Hot-Pluggable SFP+ Footprint Features Support TX Disable function Commercial Product Operating Temperature Range: 0-70°C Fully Metallic Enclosure for Low EMI |
| Shipping weight | 0.07 kg |
| Package size | 122 × 79 × 36 mm |
Questions about this item
How do I install the TL-SM5310-T module and what step is often missed?
Insert the module into a 10G SFP+ port until it clicks; the step people miss is removing the dust caps from both the module and the port before insertion.
What maintenance or replacement will the TL-SM5310-T need later?
The module has no user-serviceable parts; if the metallic casing or internal optics fail, replace the entire unit.
What limit appears first under sustained 10 Gbps use?
The 30-metre reach on Cat.6a cable at 10 Gbps is the first distance constraint; longer runs drop to 2.5 Gbps or lower.
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