Arista SFP-10G-T-RP-Arista | 10G SFP+ Transceiver, Copper RJ45, 30m, 1.5W

Q: What is the maximum cable distance supported by the SFP-10G-T-RP?
A: The SFP-10G-T-RP supports up to 30 metres over Cat6a or Cat7 copper cable when operating at 10GBASE-T. This makes it ideal for top-of-rack and short inter-rack connections in data centre environments.

Q: How does the SFP-10G-T-RP differ from the standard Arista SFP-10G-T?
A: The SFP-10G-T-RP delivers identical performance to the SFP-10G-T but with reduced power consumption of just 1.5W. This significantly lower power draw makes it more suitable for high-density switch deployments where thermal management and power budgets are critical, enabling support in all Arista SFP+ and SFP25 ports.

Q: Does this transceiver support speeds below 10G?
A: Yes. The SFP-10G-T-RP is a multi-rate transceiver that auto-negotiates at 10G, 1G, and 100M BASE-T, providing flexibility for mixed-speed network environments and backward compatibility with existing infrastructure.

Q: Which Arista switches are compatible with this transceiver?
A: The SFP-10G-T-RP is supported in all Arista SFP+ and SFP25 ports unless otherwise specified in the platform-specific compatibility matrix. It is designed for seamless plug-and-play operation across the Arista switch portfolio.

Q: What type of cabling is required for 10G operation?
A: For full 10GBASE-T operation at the maximum 30m reach, Cat6a or Cat7 copper cabling is required. The transceiver uses standard RJ45 connectors, eliminating the need for fibre infrastructure in short-reach applications.