Dell SFP28-25GER-31 Compatible 25G SFP28 ER Transceiver Module
The SFP28-25GER-31 compatible module serves equipment requiring a 25G SFP28 interface with 1310nm optics and a 40km rating. Connection is through Duplex LC/UPC. Product data, application guidance and factory verification are presented together to support field technicians install, maintain and identify the exact compatible module.
OEM Part Number: SFP28-25GER-31HT Part Number: SFP-25GER-31
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to Dell SFP28-25GER-31
- 25G connectivity at 25.78Gbps
- Optical wavelength: 1310nm
- Specified reach: 40km
- Duplex LC/UPC / SMF interface
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
- Factory compatibility verification and optical performance testing before shipment
Specifications
| HT Part Number | SFP-25GER-31 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | SFP28 |
| Max. Data Rate | 25.78Gbps |
| Wavelength | 1310nm |
| Max. Cable Distance | 40km |
| Connector | Duplex LC/UPC |
| Media | SMF |
| Transmitter Type | DML 1310nm |
| Receiver Type | APD |
| TX Power | 0~6dBm |
| Minimum Receiver Power | <-19dBm |
| Power Budget | 19dB |
| Receiver Overload | -5dBm |
| Max. Power Consumption | ≤2W |
| Extinction Ratio | 4dB |
| Commercial Temperature Range | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| CDR (Clock and Data Recovery) | TX & RX Built-in CDR |
| Core Size | G.652 |
| Inbuilt FEC | No |
| Packaging Technology | BOX Packaging |
| Protocols | MSA Compliant, SFF-8431, SFF-8432, SFF-8472, CPRI, eCPRI |
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 25.78Gbps, wavelength 1310nm, rated reach 40km.
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.
Before deployment, check the host port type, supported data rate and firmware requirements. The 25G interface configuration must match the remote equipment; sharing a SFP28 housing alone does not make two transceiver types interoperable.
Before commissioning, measure the complete single-mode channel against the stated budget for 40km. Inspect every Duplex LC/UPC connection and record diagnostic power where supported. Both ends must agree on rate, wavelength and optical standard.
Optical Acceptance, Diagnostics and Handling
For this model, the specified transmit-power range is 0~6dBm; the stated optical power budget is 19dB. Digital diagnostics make later maintenance easier when baseline values are captured at installation. Save the initial readings with the port and OEM reference, then investigate meaningful changes rather than reacting to a single transient value. Diagnostic support depends on the host as well as the module, so unavailable fields should be confirmed with the platform documentation. 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 SFP28-25GER-31 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.
Dell Compatibility and Factory Testing
Compatibility testing for SFP28-25GER-31 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 Dell transceiver?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies SFP28-25GER-31, not an original Dell-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use Duplex LC/UPC with SMF. The specified maximum reach is 40km, 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 SFP28-25GER-31 as the compatibility cross-reference and SFP-25GER-31 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.
