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Small rectangular SFP+ transceiver with RJ-45 port and matte black finish

STARTECH

STARTECH SFP10GBTCST SFP transceiver 10GBASE-T 30m RJ-45

SKU CH-HM6C-PZT78 MPN SFP10GBTCST

A 10 Gbps SFP+ transceiver with an RJ-45 port for 30 m copper links, IEEE 802.3an compliant and hot-swappable in Cisco and MSA switches

  • Port count1 x RJ-45 Female
  • Product typeTransceiver
  • Supported standardsIEEE 802.3an 10GBASE-T
  • Supported protocolsTCP/IP
  • Maximum range30m / 100 ft
  • Transfer speed10 Gbit/s
  • 10 Gbps over copper up to 30 metres
  • Hot-swappable SFP+ module works with Cisco switches
  • MSA compliant for use with Ubiquiti, Netgear and others
  • 3 W maximum power draw at 0–70 °C
  • Lifetime module coverage with 24/5 technical assistance

Cisco-compatible 10GBASE-T transceiver

This StarTech SFP+ module provides a 10 Gbps copper link over Cat6 or Cat5e cable up to 30 metres. It is built for IT professionals who need a hot-swappable 10GBASE-T connection in Cisco switches such as Firepower, ASR1000, ASR9000, C9300 and C3850 series. The transceiver also works with MSA-compliant switches from Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, Supermicro, TP-Link and others that accept uncoded modules. It replaces fibre-based SFP+ optics where RJ-45 cabling is preferred.

Thermals noise and power draw

The module draws a maximum of 2.3 W and operates from 0 to 70 °C with storage tolerance from -40 to 90 °C. No active cooling is integrated; heat dissipation relies on the host switch airflow. Power consumption stays within the SFP+ MSA envelope, so acoustic impact is determined entirely by the host chassis fans. Humidity range is rated at 30 to 70 % RH non-condensing.

Bundled accessories and software

The package contains only the transceiver itself. No cables, mounting hardware or configuration utilities are included. Lifetime warranty coverage applies to the module, not the host switch, and includes free 24/5 multi-lingual technical assistance for the life of the module. Compatibility is validated against OEM specifications and MSA standards, so no additional firmware or licensing steps are required for supported platforms.

How it compares

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Price $186.99
Pricier than about 58% of the 1,471 comparable items (median $138.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameSFP10GBTCST
Product typeTransceiver
Performance
Transfer speed10 Gbit/s
Connectivity
Supported standardsIEEE 802.3an 10GBASE-T
Supported protocolsTCP/IP
Maximum range30m / 100 ft
Ports & slots
Port count1 x RJ-45 Female
Power
Power adapterPower Consumption (In Watts): 2.3 W (max.)
Size & build
Product dimensions0.5 in × 0.5 in × 2.7 in
Product weight0.05 lb (0.02 kg)
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size152 × 102 × 51 mm
In the box
In the box1 x SFP transceiver
Environment & compliance
Temperature rangeOperating Temperature: 0 to 70 degree Celsius
Storage Temperature: -40 to 90 degree Celsius
Humidity range30 to 70% RH

Questions about this item

How do I install the SFP10GBTCST module, and what step is often missed?

Insert the hot-swappable transceiver into an SFP+ slot on a compatible switch or router, then connect a Cat6 or Cat5e cable to the RJ-45 port; the step often missed is confirming the host device accepts uncoded MSA modules before powering on.

What maintenance or replacement will the SFP10GBTCST need later?

The module has no user-serviceable parts; replacement is only required if the unit fails, and it is backed by a lifetime warranty covering the module itself for as long as you own it.

What limit appears first on the SFP10GBTCST during sustained 10 Gbps traffic?

The 30 metre reach over copper cabling is the primary limit; the module draws up to 2.3 W and operates from 0 to 70 °C, so thermal throttling or link loss from cable length will show before power or temperature limits.

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