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Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX SFP Multimode Transceiver

Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX SFP Multimode Transceiver

Brand: Fortinet | Category: Transceivers & Cables

SKU: FORTINETFNTRANSXSFPTRANSCEIVER | Part #: FORTINETFNTRANSXSFPTRANSCEIVER | MPN: SKU-FORTINETFNTRANSXSFPTRANSCEIVER

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About the Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX SFP Multimode Transceiver

The Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX SFP Multimode Transceiver (SKU-FORTINETFNTRANSXSFPTRANSCEIVER) is a 1 Gbps short-reach optical module designed for cost-effective intra-datacenter connectivity where power efficiency and real-time monitoring directly impact operational margins. At typical power consumption levels around 750 mW, the FN-TRAN-SX consumes less power than many competing 1G optics, which matters in deployments where hundreds or thousands of transceivers run simultaneously in high-density switch fabric. Support for Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM) enables network engineers to track optical power levels, temperature, and transceiver bias current in real-time via SNMP or CLI, eliminating blind spots in optical plant visibility and reducing mean time to resolution when signal degradation occurs.

Built around 850 nm wavelength transmission over multimode fiber, the Fortinet transceiver reaches 550 meters—sufficient for most intra-building and inter-building campus links without requiring expensive single-mode infrastructure. The LC duplex connector is industry standard across Fortinet switching platforms and virtually all enterprise-grade optical networking hardware, meaning spares and compatible patch cords are abundant and interchangeable. This widespread compatibility is why network architects and storage infrastructure teams prefer modules like the FN-TRAN-SX: they reduce vendor lock-in and simplify procurement cycles when you maintain heterogeneous equipment across multiple sites in the GCC region or beyond.

The FN-TRAN-SX operates reliably across the 0°C to 70°C range typical of air-conditioned datacenter floors and equipment rooms, with no thermal throttling or rate reduction within those bounds. Fortinet's implementation meets IEEE 802.3 standards for gigabit Ethernet optical transmission and carries full RoHS compliance, addressing both regulatory requirements in EU-bound shipments and internal sustainability policies at large enterprises. The transceiver integrates seamlessly with Fortinet's FortiSwitch and FortiGate product lines, but also works in third-party switches and NICs that accept standard SFP form-factor modules—a practical advantage when you are standardizing optical plant across mixed-vendor environments.

Deployment scenarios for the FN-TRAN-SX span data-center core/access interconnect, AI lab networking (where compute-to-storage I/O latency is critical), and enterprise branch-to-datacenter links. System administrators and network engineers ordering this module are typically provisioning new rack builds, replacing failed optics on critical paths, or expanding existing Fortinet deployments without wholesale switch replacement. The combination of low cost, proven interoperability, and DDM telemetry makes the FN-TRAN-SX a sensible default choice for 1G distances under 550 meters, especially when power budgets and monitoring requirements are non-negotiable.

Omnixon Global stocks the Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX SFP Multimode Transceiver and related optical modules for immediate shipment across the GCC, with regional expertise in datacenter and AI infrastructure deployments. Our supply chain covers Fortinet's full transceiver portfolio, ensuring you source compatible optics without lead-time delays. Contact our technical sales team to discuss your network refresh, request bulk pricing, or submit an RFQ for multimode and single-mode optics tailored to your topology.

Optical and Environmental Specifications

  • Data rate: 1 Gbps over multimode fiber at 850 nm wavelength
  • Maximum reach: 550 meters on OM2 multimode fiber; shorter distances on OM1
  • Connector: LC duplex, compatible with standard fiber patch cords and datacenter infrastructure
  • Operating temperature: 0°C to 70°C; no derate within this range
  • DDM support: Real-time monitoring of optical power, temperature, and bias current via SNMP or CLI
  • Power consumption: Approximately 750 mW; low enough to scale across high-density 100G/400G switch fabric environments
  • Standards compliance: IEEE 802.3 Gigabit Ethernet; RoHS directive compliance for international procurement
  • Form factor: SFP (small form-factor pluggable); fits all standard SFP slots on Fortinet and third-party platforms

Technical Specifications

BrandFortinet
CategoryTransceivers & Cables
SKUFORTINETFNTRANSXSFPTRANSCEIVER
Part NumberFORTINETFNTRANSXSFPTRANSCEIVER
MPNSKU-FORTINETFNTRANSXSFPTRANSCEIVER
ConditionNew
Speed1 Gbps
Product TypeSFP Multimode Transceiver
Fiber TypeMultimode
Data Rate1 Gbps
Wavelength850 nm
Maximum Distance550 meters
Connector TypeLC Duplex
Operating Temperature0°C to 70°C
Compliance StandardsIEEE 802.3, RoHS Compliant

Frequently Asked Questions about Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX SFP Multimode Transceiver

What does the Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX SFP Multimode Transceiver do?

The Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX SFP Multimode Transceiver is enterprise IT hardware deployed in production data centers, server rooms, and edge sites across the GCC and EMEA region.

What are the headline specs of the Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX SFP Multimode Transceiver?

Key specifications for the Fortinet FN-TRAN-SX SFP Multimode Transceiver: new condition; product type SFP Multimode Transceiver; brand Fortinet; model number FN-TRAN-SX; fiber type Multimode; data rate 1 Gbps; wavelength 850 nm. Manufacturer part number SKU-FORTINETFNTRANSXSFPTRANSCEIVER. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.