Ask Before Buying A Fiber Optic Transceiver

Introduction

Fiber optic transceivers

Fiber optic transceivers are Ethernet transmission media conversion units that interchange short-distance twisted pair electrical signals with long-distance optical signals. They are also called photoelectric converters in many places. In recent years, the output of fiber optic transceivers has been steadily increasing. So what issues should we pay attention to when purchasing fiber optic transceivers?

First of all, what kind of transceiver do I need?

Do I need single-mode fiber or multi-mode fiber? Do I need a long-distance fiber optic transceiver or a short-distance fiber optic transceiver? Of course, single-mode fiber is usually more suitable for long-distance transmission.

Secondly, what interface do I need for the fiber optic transceiver, such as SC, LC, MPO, etc., and are these interfaces compatible with my equipment?

Then, what rate do I need the fiber optic transceiver to have, 100M or 1000M? Which rate is more suitable for my equipment.

One thing to consider is whether my equipment supports full-duplex and half-duplex modes, whether the fiber optic transceiver supports hot-swap function, whether it supports remote management, and how cost-effective it is.

When we choose to buy a fiber optic transceiver, we must consider many comprehensive factors. Choosing a suitable fiber optic transceiver is more conducive to the high-speed and stable operation of our equipment. For more information about transceivers, please visit our official website for more information.