TRENDnet TEG-10GBRJ 10G RJ-45 Copper SFP+ Module

The TRENDnet TEG-10GBRJ is a 10G RJ-45 Copper SFP+ transceiver module designed to add high-speed copper connectivity to network switches and fiber media converters with an open, MSA-compliant SFP+ slot. Its primary purpose is to provide a cost-effective and flexible solution for network engineers to utilize existing infrastructure, converting an unused fiber slot into a multi-gigabit copper port. This module is ideal for enterprise and data center environments needing to connect servers, storage appliances, or other high-bandwidth devices over standard copper cabling. This SFP+ module leverages 10GBASE-T technology to support data rates up to 10Gbps over Cat6a or Cat7 cabling at distances up to 30 meters. It is also backward-compatible with slower speeds, supporting 5Gbps and 2.5Gbps on Cat5e cabling up to 50 meters, and 1Gbps up to 100 meters, ensuring broad interoperability with a variety of network equipment. This multi-rate capability makes it a versatile component for phased network upgrades, allowing for incremental speed increases without a complete hardware overhaul. Physically, the TEG-10GBRJ is a compact, hot-pluggable module that allows for installation and removal without powering down the host device, minimizing network downtime. Its metal enclosure and low electromagnetic interference (EMI) design ensure reliable performance in dense rack environments. Management is simplified through support for Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DDM), which provides real-time data on the module’s operating parameters. This unit is deployed in any MSA-compliant SFP+ slot, offering immediate RJ-45 connectivity.

• Converts a standard SFP+ slot to a 10GBASE-T RJ-45 port.
• Supports multi-gigabit speeds: 10G, 5G, 2.5G, and 1G.
• Transmits up to 30 meters over Cat6a/Cat7 cabling.
• Hot-pluggable design for seamless, zero-downtime swaps.
• Compliant with MSA and major IEEE networking standards.