10/100BASE-T SFPCisco XFP-10GZR100-55 Compatible 10G XFP Transceiver Module
The XFP-10GZR100-55 compatible module serves equipment requiring a 10G XFP interface with 1550nm optics and a 100km rating. Connection is through LC duplex. Product data, application guidance and factory verification are presented together to support high-density deployments balance optical performance, port access and thermal planning.
OEM Part Number: XFP-10GZR100-55HT Part Number: XFP-10GZR100-55
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Cisco XFP-10GZR100-55
- 10G connectivity at 10Gbps
- Optical wavelength: 1550nm
- Specified reach: 100km
- LC duplex / SMF interface
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
- Factory compatibility verification and optical performance testing before shipment
Specifications
| Compatible Brand | Cisco |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| HT Part Number | XFP-10GZR100-55 |
| Form Factor | XFP |
| Max. Data Rate | 10Gbps |
| Wavelength | 1550nm |
| Max. Transmission Distance | 100km |
| Connector | LC duplex |
| Transmitter Type | EML 1550nm |
| Media | SMF |
| DOM Support | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Protocols | SFP+ MSA Compliant, CPRI, eCPRI |
Applications and Optical Link Design
Use this module for equipment interconnection over the specified single-mode fiber plant, including enterprise backbone, campus, metro or data-center interconnect links according to its rated distance. Confirm that both ends use the same optical standard and wavelength plan, and allow for connector, splice and patch-panel loss within the stated power budget.
Before deployment, check the host port type, supported data rate and firmware requirements. The 10G interface configuration must match the remote equipment; sharing a XFP housing alone does not make two transceiver types interoperable.
For this 1550nm interface, verify channel spacing and filter compatibility. Passive filters add loss even without active equipment, so assess 100km using the complete channel rather than fiber distance alone.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Each XFP-10GZR100-55 compatible module is inspected, powered up and functionally checked before protective packing. Dust caps and individual trays shield the interface during transport. Customer references, rack groups and project packing lists can be added for volume orders.
Optical Acceptance, Diagnostics and Handling
Use the electrical and optical limits in the specification table as the acceptance reference for this model. Digital diagnostics make later maintenance easier when baseline values are captured at installation. Save the initial readings with the port and OEM reference, then investigate meaningful changes rather than reacting to a single transient value. Diagnostic support depends on the host as well as the module, so unavailable fields should be confirmed with the platform documentation. Before every insertion, keep dust caps in place until the patch lead is ready, avoid touching the optical end face and use an appropriate inspection and cleaning procedure. Do not look into an active optical interface.
High-Density Port and Thermal Planning
In a densely populated chassis, connector access and airflow form part of the optical-link design. Confirm that neighboring modules and patch leads leave room for latch operation, and include listed power consumption in the host thermal budget. Assess port density together with fiber management. For this model, the principal parameters are data rate 10Gbps, wavelength 1550nm, rated reach 100km.
Ordering Information
Use XFP-10GZR100-55 as the compatibility cross-reference and XFP-10GZR100-55 as the HT ordering identity. Keep other reaches or wavelength directions on separate order lines. Neutral labels, customer packaging and project-specific compatibility review are available on request.
Cisco Compatibility and Factory Testing
The module is checked for host recognition as XFP-10GZR100-55, link establishment and diagnostic reporting. Physical cage fit alone is not treated as evidence of compatibility. Equipment model, hardware revision and software release can be reviewed before dispatch where platform behavior is uncertain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Cisco transceiver?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies XFP-10GZR100-55, not an original Cisco-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use LC duplex with SMF. The specified maximum reach is 100km, subject to fiber quality and total link loss.
Can it be mixed with another wavelength or reach version?
Only when the two ends share the same optical standard, wavelength plan and supported data rate. Check the exact part numbers and link budget rather than relying only on the module form factor.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, with production lead times confirmed for larger quantities. International courier, air freight and sea freight are available; customer courier accounts and nominated forwarders are accepted.
