Installation Guide for TP-Link 10GBase SFP+ LC Transceiver

Quick guide from the manual

This guide provides instructions for the installation and removal of TP-Link 10GBase SFP+ LC Transceivers. Always wear an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap to prevent electrostatic discharge damage to the transceiver.

Installation

1. Wear an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap.
2. Insert the transceiver into the slot and firmly press it into place.
3. Remove the protective dust plug from the transceiver.
4. Plug the fiber-optic cables into the transceiver. The device works without additional configuration.

Removal

1. Wear an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap.
2. Disconnect the network fiber-optic cables from the transceiver.
3. Pull the safety latch downwards to release the transceiver, then pull it out from the slot.
4. Reinstall the protective dust plug in the transceiver’s optical bores and place the device on an antistatic mat or in a static shielding bag.

Connection

For fast and reliable connectivity, use the same transceiver model between switches. The transceiver is hot-swappable.

Specifications

• Data Rate: 10 Gbps
• Port Type: LC Duplex
• Power Support: 3.3 V
• TL-SM5110-SR: 850 nm wave length, 50/125 or 62.5/125 μm Multi-mode Fiber, 300 m (OM3) max cable length.
• TL-SM5110-LR: 1310 nm wave length, 9/125 μm Single-mode Fiber, 10 km max cable length.
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F).

Safety Information

• Do not touch the output pins on the transceiver with your hand.
• Keep the protective dust plug on the transceiver’s optical bores until you are ready to make a connection.
• Warning: Do not point or stare directly into the beam or into the optical port of the transceiver when it is operating, as this can injure your eyesight.
• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity, or hot environments.
• Avoid using this product during an electrical storm.