10G-SFPP-USR-SA8 Brocade Compatible 10G USR SFP+ Transceiver
Brocade compatible 10G-SFPP-USR-SA8 - Key Features
- Compatibility: Brocade
- Media Type: Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF) -OM3/OM4/OM5
- Fiber Count: Duplex
- Connector: Double LC/UPC
- Maximum Distance: 400 m
- Guaranteed Link Budget: 6.1 dB
- Tx Wavelength: 850 nm
- Supported Data Rate: 1.25 Gbps - 11.32 Gbps
- DDM/DOM: Supported
- Temperature Range: Standard 0°-70°C
Brocade 10G-SFPP-USR-SA8 Price
SKU:10G-SFP-300-BR
In Stock - Ships Next Business DayBrocade compatible 10G-SFPP-USR-SA8 Specifications
Form Factor | SFP+ |
Media Type | Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF) -OM3/OM4/OM5 |
Fiber Count | Duplex |
Connector | Double LC/UPC |
Maximum Distance | 400 m |
Guaranteed Link Budget | 6.1 dB |
TX Wavelength | 850 nm |
RX Wavelength | 850 nm |
Supported Data Rate | 1.25 Gbps - 11.32 Gbps |
Supported Ethernet Applications | 10G Ethernet (10.31Gbps), Gigabit Ethernet (1.25 Gbps) |
Supported Fiber Channel Applications | 10G Fiber Channel (10.52 Gbps), 1G Fiber Channel (1.0625 Gbps), 2G Fiber Channel (2.125 Gbps), 4G Fiber Channel (4.25 Gbps), 8G Fiber Channel (8.5 Gbps) |
SDH/SONET Standards | STM-64 (9.95Gbps) |
DDM/DOM | Supported |
Tx Wavelength Bandwidth | 20 nm (840-860 nm) |
Rx Wavelength Bandwidth | 20 nm (840-860 nm) |
Minimum Transmitting Power | -5 dBm |
Maximum Transmitting Power | 0 dBm |
Receiver Sensitivity | -11.1 dBm |
Receiver Overload | 0 dBm |
Dispersion | 110 ps/nm |
Transmitter Type | VSCEL Laser |
Receiver Type | PIN photodiode |
Temperature Range | Standard 0°-70°C |
Power | +3.3V single power supply |
Compliance | CE,Class 1 FDA and IEC60825-1 Laser Safety Compliant,RoHS,SFF-8431,SFP MSA |
Brocade compatible 10G-SFPP-USR-SA8 Datasheet
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Brocade compatible 10G-SFPP-USR-SA8 Description
EdgeOptic's 10G-SFP-300 compatible is a Brocade-coded 10G USR (Ultra Short Reach) SFP+ that replaces the 10G-SFPP-USR-SA8. USR is a vendor-specific designation, not an IEEE 802.3 standard. It targets short intra-rack connections on Brocade ICX campus and data centre switches. The SA8 suffix identifies the firmware acceptance variant for a specific ICX firmware branch, distinct from the SA variant used on a different firmware branch. Brocade was acquired by Broadcom in 2017, and the ICX campus networking business was subsequently divested to Ruckus (CommScope). Despite the ownership changes, the ICX firmware still validates optics against Brocade-era vendor OUI codes. EdgeOptic programs the EEPROM with Brocade-recognized vendor data, so ICX switches accept the module without vendor-mismatch warnings. Optical parameters: 850 nm VCSEL transmitter, PIN photodiode receiver, 10.3125 Gbps line rate. USR reach is 100 m over OM3 and 150 m over OM4 multimode fibre, with a power budget per vendor datasheet.
USR modules differ from standard 10GBASE-SR in both reach and power budget. SR modules follow IEEE 802.3ae and reach 300 m OM3 / 400 m OM4. USR modules use a relaxed power budget that lowers power consumption in high-density deployments where link distances stay within a single rack row or adjacent racks. Do not deploy a USR optic on spans exceeding 100 m on OM3 or 150 m on OM4. Verify the fibre path length during commissioning and select an SR-coded module if any span exceeds these limits. Before ordering, confirm whether the ICX switch runs the SA8-compatible firmware branch or the SA branch. The two variants are optically identical but carry different EEPROM acceptance fields. DDM/DOM telemetry provides TX power, RX power, temperature, bias current, and supply voltage monitoring. The 10G-SFP-300 chipset supports multi-rate operation from 1.25 to 11.32 Gbps. LC duplex connector, 0 to 70 C operating range.
Every 10G-SFPP-USR-SA8 compatible is tested against current ICX firmware releases and validated against Brocade vendor OUI requirements. Quality checks include optical power measurement, connector inspection, and EEPROM data verification. The module is CE/RoHS certified and compliant with SFP+ MSA (SFF-8431/SFF-8432). For ICX campus or data centre deployments and volume orders, contact our sales team.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I determine whether my ICX switch needs the SA or SA8 firmware acceptance code?
Check the running firmware version on the ICX switch. Brocade/Ruckus ICX firmware branches use different optic acceptance codes. The SA and SA8 variants are optically identical but carry different EEPROM acceptance fields. Consult the ICX release notes or the Ruckus compatibility matrix for the correct suffix. If uncertain, contact our sales team with the switch model and firmware version.
Is USR reach really 100 m, not 300 m like standard SR?
Correct. USR (Ultra Short Reach) is rated for 100 m over OM3 and 150 m over OM4. Standard 10GBASE-SR reaches 300 m OM3 / 400 m OM4 per IEEE 802.3ae. USR trades distance for a lower power budget, targeting short intra-rack links in high-density switch deployments.