HPE 25Gb SFP28 SR 30m Transceiver

Engineered for high-density data centers and modern cloud-scale networks, the HPE 25Gb SFP28 SR 30m Transceiver delivers reliable, scalable 25 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity between servers, switches, and storage. Designed to integrate seamlessly with HPE StoreFabric Ethernet fabrics, Active Optical Cables, and Direct Attached Copper cables, this transceiver enables low-latency, high-bandwidth interconnects that maximize your infrastructure’s performance. The SR (short reach) designation is optimized for multi-mode fiber and short-range links in rack and row configurations, helping you simplify cabling while supporting demanding workloads such as virtualization, AI/ML inference, and real-time analytics. Built with precision optics and robust electro-mechanical design, the HPE SFP28 SR 30m Transceiver is a dependable building block for scalable data-center architectures seeking to balance throughput, latency, and energy efficiency.

• High-bandwidth 25Gb Ethernet compatibility: Delivers 25 Gbps of aggregate data rate in a compact SFP28 form factor, ideal for modern compute and storage interconnects that require substantial bandwidth without sacrificing port density.
• SR 30m reach over MMF: Uses 850 nm VCSEL technology to reliably support links up to 30 meters on multi-mode fiber, enabling efficient rack-to-rack and top-of-rack deployments within typical data-center footprints.
• Optimized for HPE StoreFabric ecosystems: Engineered to integrate with HPE StoreFabric Ethernet transceivers, enabling consistent performance, simplified management, and proven interoperability across HPE switches, servers, and storage arrays.
• Low latency and dependable quality of service: Purpose-built for ultra-low-latency interconnects, ensuring fast data paths for latency-sensitive workloads such as VDI, databases, and real-time analytics, while maintaining solid error-rate characteristics.
• Easy deployment and compatibility: Hot-swappable in supported devices, with LC duplex fiber connectivity and broad compatibility with standard 25GBASE-SR implementations, reducing upgrade risk and simplifying operations in mixed-vendor environments.

Technical Details of HPE 25Gb SFP28 SR 30m Transceiver

• Data Rate: 25 Gbps (25GBASE-SR)
• Form Factor: SFP28
• Wavelength: 850 nm VCSEL
• Reach: Up to 30 meters on MMF (OM3/OM4 typical)
• Fiber Type: Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF)
• Connector: LC duplex
• Standard: 25GBASE-SR
• Compatibility: Designed for HPE StoreFabric Ethernet fabrics and interoperability with standard 25GBASE-SR devices
• Operating Environment: Optics are built for data-center conditions with robust EMI/ESD handling and hot-swap capabilities on supported platforms

how to install HPE 25Gb SFP28 SR 30m Transceiver

• Plan and verify compatibility: Ensure your server, switch, or storage device supports the SFP28 form factor and 25GBASE-SR operation. Check firmware and driver compatibility to prevent fitment or link-negotiation issues.
• Prepare the hardware: If your equipment supports hot-swapping, you may insert the transceiver without powering down. If not, follow your device’s recommended power-down procedure before installation.
• Insert the transceiver: Align the transceiver with the device’s SFP28 slot and gently push until the module click-secures in place. Ensure the ejector latch is fully engaged for a stable connection.
• Connect the fiber: Attach a suitable LC-LC multi-mode fiber pair (50/125 μm MMF is common for SR links) with careful handling to avoid bending beyond the fiber’s minimum radius. Ensure connectors are clean and properly seated.
• Verify link establishment: Power up the device and check the port status to confirm the transceiver is recognized and the link is up. Use your device’s management interface or CLI to verify negotiated speed, link status, and any error counters.
• Tune and test: If needed, update to the recommended firmware revision for your platform. Run a basic throughput test (e.g., iPerf, vendor utilities) to confirm stable performance at 25 Gbps with minimal latency.
• Document and monitor: Record the transceiver serial number, firmware version, and installation date. Monitor the link performance over time to catch degradation early and to ensure sustained Reliability and throughput.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the HPE 25Gb SFP28 SR 30m Transceiver used for? It is designed to enable high-speed 25 Gbps Ethernet connections between data-center devices. Ideal for connecting servers to top-of-rack or distribution switches, storage interconnects, and other components within HPE StoreFabric or mixed-vendor environments that demand low latency and scalable bandwidth.
• What fiber and connectors does it support? The transceiver uses a standard LC duplex connector and is intended for multi-mode fiber. It operates with 850 nm VCSEL optics suitable for short-range MMF links, typically up to 30 meters on OM3/OM4 fiber, depending on fiber quality and installation conditions.
• What is the maximum distance for 25GBASE-SR with this transceiver? On conventional MMF media, it supports up to about 30 meters, with actual range depending on fiber type (OM3/OM4), bend radius, and quality of fiber cabling used in your environment.
• Is the transceiver hot-swappable? Yes, SFP28 transceivers are designed to be hot-swappable on compatible devices. You can insert or remove the module without powering down the entire system, provided your hardware and firmware support hot-swapping for these modules.
• Is it compatible with non-HPE devices? The transceiver adheres to standard 25GBASE-SR specifications, so it should be interoperable with other vendors’ equipment that supports SFP28 25GBASE-SR. Always verify vendor compatibility and firmware requirements in mixed-vendor deployments.