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Arista Networks SFP-1G-LX Compatible SFP Module - 1000Base-LX Fiber Optical Transceiver (AR-SFP-1G-LX-ST)
- 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
- LC
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- Limited Warranty period (parts): 1 year
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 1 year
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- Support Phone: 1-800-265-1844
- Support Email: support@startech.com
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The StarTech.com AR-SFP-1G-LX-ST is an Arista Networks-compatible 1GbE 1000Base-LX SFP fiber transceiver for network administrators connecting compatible switches or routers over single-mode fiber, with an LC connector and reach up to 10 km.
Recommended For
- Network administrators linking Arista switches or routers across a single-mode fiber run, such as a campus or building-to-building connection, at 1 GbE and up to the module’s rated 10 km reach.
- IT teams replacing a failed Arista-compatible 1 GbE LX optic while keeping an existing 1310 nm, LC-terminated single-mode fiber link in service.
- Technicians adding or swapping an optic in a compatible switch or router who want a hot-swappable module with digital diagnostics monitoring.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- An IT team connects two compatible Arista switches in separate buildings over installed single-mode fiber; the link provides a 1 GbE network connection across the site, within the fiber link’s supported reach.
- A network administrator extends a fiber uplink from an Arista switch or router to a remote equipment room; using matching 1G LX optics at both ends can provide connectivity where a copper run is unsuitable or too short.
- A business replaces a failed or mismatched 1G LX optic in a compatible Arista device; the hot-swappable module lets the technician change the transceiver without removing the switch or router from service, though the affected link will be interrupted during the swap.
- A network team uses the transceiver for a 1 GbE fiber handoff from a service provider; the connection works when the provider’s optic, fiber type, link speed, and the customer device’s compatibility requirements match.
- An administrator checks a fiber link through network-management software; the module’s DDM support can report transceiver status to compatible monitoring tools, helping with routine troubleshooting.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | 1 Gbps fiber links on Arista Networks switches or routers, using single-mode fiber for connections up to 10 km |
| Network Compatibility And Data Rate | SFP fiber transceiver for 1000Base-LX compliant networks, with a maximum transfer rate of 1 Gbps |
| Optical And Fiber Interface | 1310 nm wavelength, single-mode fiber, and LC connector |
| Distance And Link Monitoring | Maximum transfer distance of 10 km (6.2 mi); supports Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM) |
| Power And Reliability | Power consumption under 1.3 W; MTBF of 634,210,013 hours |
| Installation And Physical Specifications | Hot-swappable for upgrades and replacements; dimensions are 0.49 × 2.23 × 0.54 in and weight is 0.63 oz |
| Model And Compatibility | StarTech.com model AR-SFP-1G-LX-ST, compatible with Arista Networks switches and routers |
| Package Contents | One SFP transceiver |