BROADCOM SFP+ Transceiver Module AFBR-57D9AMZ

In high-density data center racks and enterprise aggregation switches, network engineers rely on the Broadcom AFBR-57D9AMZ to deliver consistent 10 Gigabit Ethernet over multimode fiber. This SFP+ transceiver module is engineered for 10GBASE-SR applications, operating at a wavelength of 850 nm with a VCSEL laser source. It supports link lengths up to 300 meters on OM3 multimode fiber and 82 meters on OM2, making it a practical choice for short-range interconnects within a building or campus.

Key specifications

• Form Factor: SFP+ (Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus)
• Data Rate: 10.3125 Gbps
• Transceiver Standard: 10GBASE-SR
• Wavelength: 850 nm
• Connector: Duplex LC
• Fiber Type: Multimode (MMF)
• Max Distance: 300 m on OM3, 82 m on OM2
• Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM/DOM): Yes
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Power Consumption: < 1 W
• Supply Voltage: 3.3 V
• Compliance: IEEE 802.3ae, SFF-8431, SFF-8432, SFF-8472
• Hot-Swappable: Yes

Why choose it

The AFBR-57D9AMZ combines Broadcom’s proven optical engine with a robust SFP+ mechanical design, ensuring reliable performance in demanding environments. Its low power consumption reduces thermal load, while DDM support allows real-time monitoring of key parameters such as optical output power, received power, temperature, and supply voltage. The module is fully compliant with industry MSA standards, guaranteeing interoperability with a wide range of switches, routers, and network interface cards.

Ideal use cases

• 10G Ethernet links in data center top-of-rack (ToR) and end-of-row (EoR) architectures
• Enterprise campus backbone connections between distribution and core layers
• High-speed storage area networks (SAN) requiring low latency and high reliability
• Server virtualization and cloud computing environments with dense 10G port counts

Good to know

This transceiver is hot-swappable, enabling quick replacement without powering down the host system. It is intended for use with multimode fiber; for single-mode applications, a different module is required. Always use proper ESD precautions when handling optical transceivers to avoid damage to sensitive components.