Cisco XFP-10G-LRM Full Official Product Description
1. Part Number & Naming Definition
Official Full Name
Cisco 10GBASE-LRM XFP Long Reach Multi-Mode Optical Transceiver Module with Digital Optical Monitoring Support
SKU:XFP-10G-LRM
Naming Breakdown
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XFP: 10 Gigabit Small Form-factor Pluggable, hot‑swappable transceiver compliant with XFP MSA Revision 4.5
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10G: Supports 10.3125 Gbps 10 Gigabit Ethernet rate
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LRM: Long Reach Multi‑Mode; IEEE 802.3aq 10GBASE-LRM standard, equipped with Electronic Dispersion Compensation (EDC)
Core Product Positioning
The Cisco XFP-10G-LRM is a hot‑swappable commercial-grade XFP optical transceiver designed for 10G Ethernet transmission over legacy multi-mode fiber infrastructure. Optimized for enterprise campus networks, data center migration projects, and facilities utilizing older OM1/OM2 multi-mode cabling. Integrated EDC technology greatly extends transmission distances compared to traditional 850nm VCSEL SR modules. Built-in DOM/DDM enables continuous real-time monitoring of optical operating parameters. This module operates on LAN PHY only and doesnotsupport SONET/SDH POS or WAN PHY.
2. Hardware & Software Compatibility
Supported Host Platforms
Cisco Catalyst 6500 / 6800 Series; Nexus 7000 / Nexus 7700 Series; ASR1000, ASR9000 Routers; MDS 9000 Storage Switches; CRS Carrier Routing System and other chassis equipped with XFP interface slots.
Verify Cisco official transceiver compatibility matrix and minimum firmware release before deployment.
Supported Operating Systems
IOS, IOS-XE, IOS-XR, NX-OS releases supporting XFP MSA and SFF‑8472 DDM diagnostic functions.
Supported Fiber Type
Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF) 50/62.5/125μm; also supports short-distance transmission over single-mode fiber.
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OM1 (FDDI-grade MMF): maximum 220 m
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OM2 MMF: maximum 220 m
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OM3 / OM4 MMF: maximum 220 m
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G.652 Single-Mode Fiber: maximum 300 m
Mode conditioning patch cords are required for stable operation over OM1/OM2 legacy multi-mode fiber.
Connector
Duplex LC optical connector.
3. Physical & Optical Performance Specifications
Form Factor
Hot‑swappable XFP, compliant with XFP MSA Rev 4.5
Optical Interface
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Transmit Wavelength: 1260 nm ~ 1355 nm (nominal 1310 nm FP Laser)
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Receive Wavelength: 1260 nm ~ 1355 nm
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Supported Bit Rate: 10.3125 Gbps (10GBASE-LRM LAN PHY only)
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Key Feature: Integrated Electronic Dispersion Compensation (EDC)
Maximum Transmission Reach
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OM1 / OM2 Multi-Mode Fiber: up to 220 m
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OM3 / OM4 Multi-Mode Fiber: up to 220 m
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G.652 Single-Mode Fiber: up to 300 m
Optical Power Budget
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Average Transmit Optical Power: -6.5 dBm ~ +0.5 dBm
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Receiver Sensitivity: Minimum -8.4 dBm
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Maximum Allowable Received Power: +0.5 dBm
Digital Diagnostics
DOM / DDM (Digital Diagnostic Monitoring) Supported
Monitors module internal temperature, supply voltage, laser bias current, transmit optical power and receive optical power.
Environmental Operating Parameters (Commercial Grade)
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Operating Temperature:0°C ~ +70°C (32°F ~ 158°F)
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Storage Temperature: -40°C ~ +85°C (-40°F ~ 185°F)
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Relative Humidity: 5% – 95%, non‑condensing
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Maximum operating altitude: 3,000 meters
Typical Power Consumption
4. Supported Functional Capabilities
Ethernet Transport
Wire-speed full-duplex 10GBASE-LRM Ethernet with 64b/66b line coding (LAN PHY only)
Layer 2 Protocol Support
802.1Q VLAN trunking, 802.3x pause frame flow control, LACP, STP/RSTP/MSTP, EtherChannel link aggregation
Interface Diagnostics
Link status detection, error counters, DOM real-time optical telemetry, LOS (Loss of Signal) indication, local loopback testing
High Availability
Supports OIR online insertion and removal on compatible modular chassis; supports link redundancy via port-channels and spanning tree protocols
Operations & Management
IOS / IOS-XR / NX-OS CLI, SSH, SNMP v2c/v3, Syslog logging
5. Typical Deployment Scenarios
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Data center migration projects reusing existing legacy OM1/OM2 multi-mode fiber cabling
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Enterprise campus intra-building 10GE links over older multi-mode infrastructure
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Cost-effective network upgrade avoiding full fiber recabling
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Short-distance mixed-media connections combining multi-mode and single-mode fiber
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Spare replacement transceiver for legacy Cisco modular chassis equipped with XFP interfaces
6. Regulatory & Compliance Certifications
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Safety Standards: UL 60950‑1, IEC/EN 60950‑1, CSA C22.2 No.60950‑1
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EMC Compliance: CE Mark, FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES‑003 Class A
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Laser Safety: Class 1 Laser Product per IEC 60825‑1
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Industry Standards: IEEE 802.3aq, XFP MSA Rev4.5, SFF‑8472
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Environmental: RoHS compliant, WEEE directive compliant
7. Standard Factory Package Contents
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Cisco XFP-10G-LRM XFP Optical Transceiver
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Hardware installation guide
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Safety and regulatory documentation
Duplex LC multi-mode fiber patch cords and mode conditioning cables sold separately.
Lifecycle Notice
The Cisco XFP transceiver family has reached End-of-Sale (EoS); available inventories are limited. Recommended migration alternative: SFP-10G-LRM SFP+ transceiver.
Model Comparison Reference
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XFP-10G-LRM: Commercial temperature, multi-mode 220m XFP module with EDC
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XFP-10G-SR: 850nm short-reach multi-mode XFP without EDC
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XFP-10G-LR: 10 km single-mode XFP module
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SFP-10G-LRM: Compact SFP+ form factor equivalent transceiver
UNSPSC Classification Code
43222618 – Cisco XFP-10G-LRM long-reach multi-mode XFP transceiver with EDC and DOM, hot‑swappable 10 Gigabit optical module for legacy multi-mode fiber migration projects in data center and enterprise networks.
Hardware Warranty
Original Cisco transceivers are covered under Cisco limited hardware warranty; refurbished stock follows respective reseller warranty terms.
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