Dell AFBR-57G5MZ-ELX 32GB SFP+ Avago SR Transceiver - 10GbE, 850nm, 300m Reach

Overview
The Dell AFBR-57G5MZ-ELX is a high-performance 32 GB SFP+ Avago SR transceiver designed for 10 GbE Ethernet networks. Engineered for short-reach fiber connections, this module delivers reliable, low-latency data transmission over multimode fiber at 850 nm, reaching distances up to 300 m. Ideal for data centers, enterprise campuses, and high-density switching environments, it provides a cost-effective solution for scaling bandwidth without sacrificing signal integrity.

Key Features

• 10 GbE SFP+ form factor - plug-and-play compatibility with Dell and third-party switches, routers, and servers.
• 850 nm wavelength optimized for OM3/OM4 multimode fiber, supporting up to 300 m reach.
• 32 GB optical power budget ensures robust performance even in high-density deployments.
• Low power consumption ( 1.5 W) reduces heat and operational costs.
• Built-in diagnostics and digital monitoring (DDM) for real-time temperature, voltage, and optical power tracking.
• RoHS compliant and backed by Dell's warranty and support services.

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: AFBR-57G5MZ-ELX
• Form Factor: SFP+ (LC duplex connector)
• Data Rate: 10 Gbps
• Wavelength: 850 nm
• Fiber Type: Multimode (OM3/OM4)
• Maximum Reach: 300 m
• Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 70 °C
• Power Consumption: 1.5 W
• Compliance: IEEE 802.3ae, RoHS

Typical Applications

• Data center top-of-rack (ToR) and aggregation switches.
• Enterprise campus networks requiring high-speed inter-building links.
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters with short-reach fiber backbones.
• Virtualization environments demanding low latency and high throughput.
• Storage area networks (SAN) and server farms where reliable 10 GbE connectivity is critical.

By choosing the Dell 32 GB SFP+ Avago SR Transceiver, you gain a dependable, future-ready component that maximizes network performance while simplifying installation and management.