HP 459006-B21 Cisco 10G Base-SR X2 Module

Overview
The HP part number 459006-B21 is a Cisco 10G Base-SR X2 Module designed for high-performance data center and campus networking. This compact, hot-swappable transceiver delivers reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet over multimode fiber, enabling fast and efficient data transfer between switches, routers and servers. Its low power consumption and robust construction make it ideal for both new deployments and upgrades of existing infrastructures.

Key Features

• 10GBase-SR optical interface supporting up to 300 meters on OM3 fiber and up to 400 meters on OM4 fiber
• Dual-laser (X2) design for enhanced redundancy and longer lifespan
• Hot-swappable form factor for zero-downtime maintenance
• Low power draw of less than 2.5 watts per module
• Compliance with industry standards including IEEE 802.3ae and MSA
• Built-in diagnostics and LED status indicators for easy monitoring

Technical Specifications

• Connector type: LC duplex
• Wavelength: 850 nm
• Data rate: 10 Gbps
• Operating temperature: 0 to 70 degrees Celsius
• Storage temperature: -40 to 85 degrees Celsius
• Power supply: 3.3 V DC
• Dimensions: 13.5 mm x 11.5 mm x 5.0 mm (height x width x depth)
• Weight: 12 grams

Applications
The Cisco 10G Base-SR X2 Module is suited for a wide range of high-bandwidth scenarios, including data center interconnects, server farm aggregation, storage area networks, high-performance computing clusters, and campus backbone upgrades. Its reliable performance over multimode fiber makes it an excellent choice for environments that demand low latency and high throughput, such as virtualization platforms, cloud services, and video streaming infrastructures.