10G XENPAK to SFP+ Converter Adapter 10Gb/s XAUI DOM XENPAK MSA

Model: LNK-XENPAK-SFP10G-CVR

 Product Description & Overview

The 10G XENPAK to SFP+ Converter provides a vital network compatibility solution by transforming

legacy 10 Gigabit Ethernet XENPAK ports into versatile SFP+ interfaces. This high-performance

converter module enables seamless integration between older XENPAK-based switching equipment

and modern SFP+ optical transceivers, allowing network administrators to utilize contemporary optics

without replacing existing infrastructure. By bridging these interface standards, this adapter delivers

substantial investment protection while maintaining full 10GbE data rates and operational reliability

in diverse network environments.

Engineered for optimal performance in data center and enterprise applications, this converter supports

comprehensive SFP+ transceiver compatibility including SR, LR, ER, ZR, CWDM, DWDM, and BiDi

modules. This broad compatibility ensures maximum flexibility for fiber type selection, transmission

distance optimization, and wavelength configuration across various network deployment scenarios.

The device's advanced signal processing technology guarantees minimal latency and maximum

signal integrity, while its hot-swappable design facilitates straightforward installation and maintenance

procedures without network downtime.

This versatile adapter serves multiple critical applications including data center migration projects,

network equipment lifecycle extension, multi-vendor environment integration, and infrastructure

standardization initiatives. It proves particularly valuable when specific interface types are unavailable

in particular form factors or when organizations seek to consolidate transceiver inventories across

different hardware platforms. By enabling the use of cost-effective and widely-available SFP+ optics

in XENPAK-based systems, this converter helps organizations optimize their network investments

while ensuring compatibility with evolving technology standards and future network upgrades, making

it an essential component for efficient network management and transition strategies.

Key Features Bullets

• Legacy Interface Conversion Solution
  XENPAK to SFP+ Converter Adapter enabling seamless migration from XENPAK to SFP+ transceiver standards.

• High-Performance Data Throughput
  Supports full 10Gb/s data rate for uninterrupted 10 Gigabit Ethernet operation.

• Advanced Electrical Interface Architecture
  XAUI electrical interface utilizing 4 lanes at 3.125 Gbit/s each for robust signal processing.

• Enhanced Management & Monitoring Capabilities
  Supports MDIO interface and Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM) for comprehensive system diagnostics.

• Industry Standard Compliance
  Fully compliant with the XENPAK Multi-Source Agreement (MSA) ensuring vendor interoperability.

• Stable Operational Environment
  Reliable performance across an operating temperature range of 0°C to 70°C.

Technical Specifications & Indexes

Application Scenarios

• Legacy data center switch compatibility and upgrades

• Network migration from XENPAK to SFP+ infrastructure

• Multi-vendor network equipment interoperability solutions

• Enterprise backbone capacity expansion and modernization

• Telecommunications equipment lifecycle extension projects