About This Part
The Ciena XCVR-GES101 is a high-performance Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) optical transceiver, integral to robust optical networking infrastructure. As part of Ciena's extensive portfolio of connectivity solutions, this module is engineered to facilitate reliable data transmission over single-mode fiber. Specifically, the XCVR-GES101 operates at the OC-3 (Optical Carrier Level 3) data rate, providing a nominal throughput of 155.52 Mbps. Adhering to the IR1 (Intermediate Reach 1) specification, it is designed for distances up to 15 km, typically utilizing a 1310 nm wavelength laser. Its primary function involves converting electrical signals from host equipment into optical signals for transmission and vice-versa, ensuring seamless communication within optical networks. The SFP form factor allows for hot-swappable deployment, offering flexibility and ease of maintenance in various networking environments, while its LC duplex connector interface ensures compatibility with standard fiber optic cabling. This Ciena transceiver is optimized for low power consumption, contributing to energy efficiency in data centers and telecommunication facilities. The Ciena XCVR-GES101 finds widespread application in diverse networking scenarios requiring reliable optical connectivity at the OC-3 rate. These SFP modules are typically installed in Ciena optical transport platforms, Ethernet switches, routers, and other network devices equipped with SFP ports. They are crucial for extending network reach in metropolitan area networks (MANs), connecting central offices to remote aggregation points, and enabling fiber-to-the-x (FTTx) deployments where OC-3 services are still provisioned. Telecommunication operators, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), and large enterprise clients leverage these transceivers to build out or maintain their Synchronous Optical Network (SONET) and Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH) infrastructure. The XCVR-GES101 effectively solves the challenge of bridging significant distances with high-integrity data links, offering a robust solution for backhauling traffic or connecting distributed network segments. It serves as a vital component for upgrading legacy copper-based connections to more resilient and higher-capacity fiber optic links, ensuring the longevity and performance of existing network investments. For B2B clients seeking cost-effective and reliable infrastructure solutions, Revo Distribution Limited offers used and meticulously refurbished units of the Part Number XCVR-GES101. Our inventory of Ciena transceivers, including this specific SFP module, provides an economically viable alternative to new equipment, allowing telecom operators, data center providers, and large enterprises to expand or upgrade their networks without incurring prohibitive capital expenditures. Revo Distribution Limited specializes in sourcing and supplying high-quality, pre-owned telecom and data centre equipment, ensuring that each unit meets stringent performance standards after thorough testing and refurbishment processes. By providing access to components like the XCVR-GES101, Revo enables clients to maintain compatibility with existing infrastructure, extend the operational lifecycle of their current network investments, and achieve sustainability goals by participating in the circular economy for IT hardware. Our commitment to quality and value ensures that clients receive dependable equipment, backed by professional support, facilitating efficient and strategic network evolution.
