SonicWall 01-SSC-9785 Compatible 10G SFP+ SR Transceiver
SonicWall compatible 01-SSC-9785 - Key Features
- Compatibility: SonicWall
- 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
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SonicWall compatible 01-SSC-9785 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 |
SonicWall compatible 01-SSC-9785 Datasheet
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SonicWall compatible 01-SSC-9785 Description
01-SSC-9785 is SonicWall's SKU for a 10GBASE-SR SFP+ transceiver used in their firewall and security appliance platforms. The module operates at 850 nm using a VCSEL transmitter and PIN photodiode receiver, with duplex LC/UPC connectors for multimode fiber connections. SonicWall's SFP+ bays appear on higher-throughput models in the NSA, SuperMassive, where 10G fiber interfaces serve as HA (High Availability) heartbeat links, WAN uplinks, or inter-zone trunking ports.
The optical specifications follow IEEE 802.3ae 10GBASE-SR: minimum 6.1 dB power budget, 300 m on OM3 fiber, 400 m on OM4 at the full 10.3125 Gbps line rate. The data rate range of 1.25 Gbps to 10.3125 Gbps also permits 1G negotiation on ports that support dual-rate operation. Operating temperature is rated 0°C to 70°C for standard indoor rack environments.
SonicWall platforms with 10G SFP+ slots include the NSA 4650, NSA 5650, NSA 6650, SuperMassive 9200/9400/9600 series, and the newer Gen 7 NSsp 15700. In SonicOS, transceiver status is visible under Network > Interfaces, where the module reports link state, negotiated speed, and DDM readings when the firmware version supports optical diagnostics. DDM per SFF-8472 provides Tx/Rx power levels, bias current, temperature, and supply voltage, which can be monitored through the SonicOS management interface or exported via syslog for centralized alerting.
Security appliance deployments frequently use SFP+ SR modules for short-distance fiber runs between the firewall and a top-of-rack switch or a patch panel in the same facility. Multimode fiber avoids the grounding and EMI concerns that can affect copper DAC cables in electrically noisy environments near power distribution units. OM3 or OM4 patch cords with LC connectors are the standard choice for these intra-building links.
EdgeOptic's 01-SSC-9785 compatible is built on the 10G-SFP-300 platform, meeting SFF-8431/SFF-8432 MSA and IEEE 802.3ae requirements. The EEPROM carries SonicWall-recognized vendor coding so the firewall accepts the module without compatibility warnings in SonicOS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which SonicWall NSA and SuperMassive models have SFP+ slots for the 01-SSC-9785?
SFP+ bays are present on the NSA 4650, NSA 5650, NSA 6650, SuperMassive 9200, 9400, 9600, and the Gen 7 NSsp 15700. Lower-tier models (NSA 2650 and below) do not carry SFP+ slots. SonicOS reports transceiver link state and DDM readings under Network > Interfaces on firmware versions that support optical diagnostics.
Can the 01-SSC-9785 be used for SonicWall HA heartbeat links over fiber?
Yes. SonicWall HA (High Availability) pairs require a dedicated heartbeat interface, and any SFP+ port on the appliance can be assigned this role in SonicOS. Using a fiber SR link instead of copper for the HA heartbeat avoids EMI coupling and ground-loop issues that sometimes affect DAC cables in dense rack environments. Both the primary and secondary appliance need a 10G SR module, and the fiber run stays well within the 300 m OM3 reach for typical intra-building deployments.