Netgear C21 DWDM-SFP10G-60.61-I Compatible 10G SFP+ Transceiver Module 80km on OS2
This Netgear C21 DWDM-SFP10G-60.61-I compatible transceiver provides 10G connectivity in a hot-swappable SFP+ package. Its optical design operates at 1560.61nm for up to 80km on OS2, using Duplex LC/UPC. Complete parameters and related OEM references help field technicians install, maintain and identify the exact compatible module.
OEM Part Number: C21 DWDM-SFP10G-60.61-IHT Part Number: DW-SFP10G80-21-I
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Netgear C21 DWDM-SFP10G-60.61-I
- 10G connectivity at 11.3Gbps
- Optical wavelength: 1560.61nm
- Specified reach: 80km on OS2
- Duplex LC/UPC / SMF interface
- Digital diagnostic monitoring: Supported
- Operating temperature: -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Specifications
| NETGEAR Genuine | DWDM-SFP10G-60.61-I |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| HT Part Number | DW-SFP10G80-21-I |
| Form Factor | SFP+ |
| Max. Data Rate | 11.3Gbps |
| Wavelength | 1560.61nm |
| Max. Cable Distance | 80km@OS2 |
| Connector | Duplex LC/UPC |
| Media | SMF |
| Transmitter Type | EML DWDM |
| Receiver Type | APD |
| TX Power | -1~5dBm |
| Minimum Receiver Power | -23dBm |
| Power Budget | 22dB |
| Receiver Overload | -6dBm |
| Max. Power Consumption | 2W |
| Extinction Ratio | >6dB |
| DDM/DOM | Supported |
| Industrial Temperature Range | -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F) |
| Bit Error Ratio (BER) | 1E-12 |
| MTBF | 1,000,000 Hours |
| Protocols | 10GBASE-ZR/ZW, SDH STM64, SFF-8431, SFF-8472 |
Field Installation and Maintenance
Inspect the connector and patch lead before installation, then support the fiber without pulling on the module housing. Release the latch properly during maintenance and keep dust protection on unused interfaces. If a module is removed for later use, retain its part-number label and record its original port. For this model, the principal parameters are data rate 11.3Gbps, wavelength 1560.61nm, rated reach 80km on OS2.
Applications and Optical Link Design
Use this module for equipment interconnection over the specified single-mode fiber plant, including enterprise backbone, campus, metro or data-center interconnect links according to its rated distance. Confirm that both ends use the same optical standard and wavelength plan, and allow for connector, splice and patch-panel loss within the stated power budget.
The industrial temperature rating makes this version appropriate for controlled outdoor cabinets, transport nodes and other installations exposed to wider ambient temperature variation. Adequate airflow, protected cable routing and host-platform temperature limits still apply.
For this 1560.61nm interface, verify channel spacing and filter compatibility. Passive filters add loss even without active equipment, so assess 80km on OS2 using the complete channel rather than fiber distance alone.
Optical Acceptance, Diagnostics and Handling
For this model, the specified transmit-power range is -1~5dBm; the stated optical power budget is 22dB. A sound acceptance record includes link state, diagnostic temperature, supply voltage and transmit or receive levels where the host exposes them. Compare the readings with the stated ranges rather than treating any received light as proof of adequate margin. Persistent alarms or borderline values should trigger an end-face and complete-channel inspection. Diagnostic monitoring is listed as Supported. Before every insertion, keep dust caps in place until the patch lead is ready, avoid touching the optical end face and use an appropriate inspection and cleaning procedure. Do not look into an active optical interface.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Each C21 DWDM-SFP10G-60.61-I compatible module is inspected, powered up and functionally checked before protective packing. Dust caps and individual trays shield the interface during transport. Customer references, rack groups and project packing lists can be added for volume orders.
Netgear Compatibility and Factory Testing
Compatibility testing for C21 DWDM-SFP10G-60.61-I combines identification with a live link and available transmit, receive and alarm information. Connector condition is inspected separately. Equipment model, hardware revision and software release can be reviewed before dispatch where platform behavior is uncertain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original Netgear transceiver?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies C21 DWDM-SFP10G-60.61-I, not an original Netgear-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use Duplex LC/UPC with SMF. The specified maximum reach is 80km on OS2, subject to fiber quality and total link loss.
Can it be mixed with another wavelength or reach version?
Only when the two ends share the same optical standard, wavelength plan and supported data rate. Check the exact part numbers and link budget rather than relying only on the module form factor.
Ordering Information
Use C21 DWDM-SFP10G-60.61-I as the compatibility cross-reference and DW-SFP10G80-21-I as the HT ordering identity. Keep other reaches or wavelength directions on separate order lines. Neutral labels, customer packaging and project-specific compatibility review are available on request.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, with production lead times confirmed for larger quantities. International courier, air freight and sea freight are available; customer courier accounts and nominated forwarders are accepted.
