Cisco 10-2310-01 DWDM XFP Transceiver ONS 15454

Overview

The Cisco DWDM XFP Transceiver ONS 15454 (part number 10-2310-01) is a high-performance, hot-pluggable optical module designed for use in Cisco Optical Network System (ONS) platforms. It delivers reliable 10 Gbps transmission over dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) networks, enabling service providers and large enterprises to extend their fiber infrastructure with minimal latency and low power consumption.

Key Features

• Compact XFP form factor for easy integration into ONS 15454 chassis
• Supports the C-band wavelength range from 1528 nm to 1565 nm
• Data rate up to 10 Gbps with forward error correction (FEC) optional
• Low insertion loss typically less than 2.0 dB for efficient signal strength
• Return loss better than 55 dB to minimize reflections
• Hot-pluggable design allows replacement without service interruption
• Power consumption max 2.0 W, reducing overall rack power budget
• Operating temperature range from -5 deg C to 70 deg C for versatile deployment environments
• Fully compliant with ITU-T G.694.1 and G.698.3 standards for DWDM interoperability

Technical Specifications

• Form factor: XFP (electrical interface LC duplex)
• Data rate: 10 Gbps (NRZ) optional OOK or DP-QPSK
• Wavelength range: 1528 nm - 1565 nm (C-band)
• Optical output power: -7 dBm to +2 dBm typical
• Sensitivity: -28 dBm (BER = 1e-9) optional
• Insertion loss: <= 2.0 dB
• Return loss: >= 55 dB
• Power consumption: max 2.0 W
• Temperature range: -5 deg C to 70 deg C (extended -10 deg C to 85 deg C optional)
• Compliance: ITU-T G.694.1, G.698.3, IEC 60825-1 laser safety class 1

Applications

• Long haul and metro DWDW networks requiring high capacity links
• Data center interconnect (DCI) solutions for low latency traffic aggregation
• Enterprise backbone extensions over existing fiber plant
• Carrier Ethernet services, including 10G EPON and Metro Ethernet
• Optical transport of video, voice, and high-speed data streams in telecom environments
• Network upgrades where space and power efficiency are critical

This transceiver provides the performance and reliability needed to scale modern optical networks while maintaining a small footprint and low operational cost.