The small form-factor pluggable (SFP) transceiver was jointly developed by many of the world's leading network vendors, and it is now widely used in optical network systems. The SFP module was designed under the Multi-Source Agreement (MSA) which meant that the specification for the interface and electrical operation were standardised between vendors.

Here are some common questions we might have when using SFP transceivers. And from the answers, we might have a deeper understanding of using these SFP optics.

Can I pair different types of SFP transceivers?

No. You should use the same type of SFP transceiver at both ends.

What type of optical fiber cable should I use with these SFP modules?

You should use an optical fiber cable with LC connector, wh ... Read more »