Optický transceiver CBO 1100-0559 1000Base-SX 850 nm

CBO 1100-0559 1000Base-SX 850 nm is a fiber optic transceiver module by BlueOptics designed for gigabit Ethernet communication over multimode fiber. The module supports 1000Base-SX operation at a wavelength of 850 nm and is intended for short-range multimode links. Its compact form factor makes it suitable for installation in switches, routers and media converters that require reliable 1 Gbps optical connections on multimode cabling.

Advantages

This transceiver provides stable 1000Base-SX data transmission over multimode fiber with 850 nm optics, offering predictable performance for short-range links. The compact module reduces space requirements in network equipment and is compatible with common multimode fiber infrastructures. Designed for straightforward integration, it supports plug-and-play operation in devices that accept standard SFP-style modules, enabling quick replacement or upgrade of optical ports without complex configuration.

Suitable for

• Short-range gigabit Ethernet links over multimode fiber within data centers and server rooms
• Upgrading or replacing optical ports in switches and routers that accept SFP modules
• Media converter applications connecting copper and multimode fiber networks
• Campus and building backbone segments using multimode cabling

Key specifications

• Protocol: 1000Base-SX (Gigabit Ethernet)
• Wavelength: 850 nm
• Fiber type: Multimode fiber (MMF)
• Optical range: Short-range links over multimode cabling (dependent on fiber type and quality)
• Form factor: Compact transceiver module compatible with standard SFP ports

How to use

Install the transceiver into a compatible SFP slot on your switch, router or media converter with the device powered according to the equipment manufacturer’s recommendations. Connect multimode fiber patch cords with appropriate connectors to the optical interface, ensuring correct polarity. After physical installation, verify link status and network parameters on the host device; the module is intended for plug-and-play operation and typically requires no additional configuration. Follow standard handling procedures for optical modules to avoid contamination of fiber endfaces.

Recommendations

For reliable performance, use quality OM1/OM2/OM3/OM4 multimode fiber appropriate to the required link distance, keep fiber connectors clean, and confirm compatibility with the host equipment’s transceiver support list. Consider environmental conditions and follow manufacturer guidance for operating temperature and handling to ensure stable 1 Gbps optical links.