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Small rectangular SFP transceiver module with matte metal casing and LC duplex port visible

Brute Networks

Brute Networks MGBSX1-BN 1000BASE-SX 550m 850nm SFP transceiver

SKU CH-PHBQ-0C904

A 1000BASE-SX SFP transceiver for multi-mode fibre at 850 nm with 550 m reach, MSA compliant and coded for Linksys compatibility

  • Port count1000Base-SX
  • Product typeTransceiver
  • Supported standardsMMF
  • Optical wavelength850 nm
  • Fiber modeMulti-mode Optical Fiber
  • Maximum range550m
  • 550 m reach over multi-mode fibre at 850 nm wavelength
  • 1 Gbps transfer rate for gigabit Ethernet links
  • Commercial temperature range 0 °C to 70 °C
  • MSA compliant and 100 % Linksys compatible
  • Digital diagnostic monitoring for link health visibility

Brute Networks 1000BASE-SX SFP Transceiver

The Brute Networks MGBSX1-BN is a 1000BASE-SX SFP transceiver built for 550-metre links over multi-mode fibre. It operates at an 850nm wavelength with an LC duplex connector and delivers a 1 Gbps transfer rate. The module is MSA compliant and coded for full Linksys compatibility.

Suits Linksys gear needing short-range fibre.

This transceiver suits administrators upgrading or populating SFP slots in Linksys switches, routers or servers where 550 metres of multi-mode reach is sufficient. It supports commercial temperatures from 0 to 70 degrees Celsius. Buyers who need longer distances or single-mode fibre connectivity should look at different modules.

550-metre multi-mode reach at 850nm decides fit

The single specification that determines suitability is the 550-metre maximum distance over multi-mode fibre at 850nm wavelength. Digital optical monitoring is supported for link diagnostics. Verify that your Linksys hardware accepts 1000BASE-SX SFP modules before purchase.

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Price $21.99
Cheaper than about 92% of the 1,471 comparable items (median $138.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameLINKSYS
Model nameMGBSX1
Product typeTransceiver
Performance
Transfer speed1 Gbit/s
Connectivity
Supported standardsMMF
Optical wavelength850 nm
Fiber modeMulti-mode Optical Fiber
Maximum range550m
Ports & slots
Port count1000Base-SX
Size & build
Product weight1 oz
Environment & compliance
Temperature range0? ~ 70? C
More details
Indicator lightsPower, Link/Activity, Full-Duplex, and Speed

Questions about this item

Will the LC duplex connector or the 850 nm laser need periodic cleaning or replacement?

The LC duplex connector should be inspected and cleaned with a lint-free swab whenever links are re-patched; the 850 nm laser is sealed and has no user-serviceable parts.

What is the first limit reached when the module runs continuously at 1 Gbps over 550 m of multi-mode fibre?

The 550 m reach specification is the primary distance limit; signal attenuation beyond that distance will cause errors before any thermal or power threshold is hit.

How much heat does the transceiver add inside a switch chassis when it operates all day at commercial temperature?

Rated for 0–70 °C commercial operation, the module draws minimal power typical for 1000BASE-SX SFPs and relies on the host switch airflow for cooling.

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