Cisco ONS-CXP-100G-SR10
CXP - 100GBASE-SR - Commercial temp, Original Cisco
Product Highlights
As data center traffic scales relentlessly, every 100G link must deliver maximum bandwidth with minimum complexity. The Cisco ONS-CXP-100G-SR10 is an original Cisco CXP transceiver module engineered for 100GBASE-SR10 short-reach connectivity over multimode fiber.
Operating at 850nm, this module transmits 100 Gbps across 10 parallel lanes of 10 Gbps each over 24-fiber MPO/MTP-24 ribbon cables. It supports link lengths of up to 100 meters on OM3 fiber and 150 meters on OM4 fiber, making it ideal for intra-facility and rack-to-rack interconnects. The module also supports 10 x 10G breakout mode, allowing a single CXP port to fan out to ten individual 10GBASE-SR optical interfaces using ribbon-to-duplex breakout cables — a powerful option for aggregation and migration scenarios.
Designed for commercial temperature environments (0°C to 70°C), the ONS-CXP-100G-SR10 is hot-swappable and features Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM) for real-time link health visibility. With a maximum power consumption of just 3.5W, it keeps thermal overhead low even in dense chassis deployments. This Cisco-original module supports the Cisco quality identification (ID) feature, ensuring your platform recognizes it as a certified and tested optic. It is compatible with Cisco ASR 9000 series routers and other CXP-equipped Cisco platforms.
Features & Benefits
100G Short-Reach Multimode Connectivity
The ONS-CXP-100G-SR10 delivers 100 Gbps aggregate throughput using 10 lanes of 10 Gbps each at 850nm over multimode fiber. With reach up to 100m on OM3 and 150m on OM4, it is purpose-built for high-speed intra-data-center links where low latency and high bandwidth are critical.
Flexible Breakout Applications
Beyond native 100G operation, this module supports 10 x 10G breakout mode using ribbon-to-duplex fiber breakout cables, connecting to ten separate 10GBASE-SR interfaces. It also supports 40GBASE-SR4 breakout applications, giving network architects flexible migration and aggregation options without replacing optics.
Hot-Swappable & Low Power
The CXP form factor is fully hot-swappable, allowing field insertion and removal without disrupting the host platform or adjacent ports. With a maximum power consumption of only 3.5W, it minimizes thermal impact in high-density chassis — reducing cooling costs and improving overall system reliability.
Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM)
Built-in DOM provides real-time visibility into key optical parameters including transmit power, receive power, temperature, and supply voltage. This enables proactive link monitoring, faster troubleshooting, and predictive maintenance — reducing mean time to repair and preventing unexpected outages.
Cisco Quality Identification
As an original Cisco transceiver, the ONS-CXP-100G-SR10 supports the Cisco quality ID feature, allowing the host platform to verify that the module is certified and tested by Cisco. This ensures full platform compatibility, TAC support eligibility, and peace of mind for mission-critical deployments.
Deployment Scenarios
Data Center Core & Spine Interconnects
Deploy the ONS-CXP-100G-SR10 for high-bandwidth 100G links between spine and leaf switches or core routers within a data center. Its 150m OM4 reach covers typical intra-building distances, while the low 3.5W power draw keeps dense chassis cool.
10 x 10G Aggregation & Breakout
Use the 10 x 10G breakout capability to aggregate ten 10GBASE-SR access or distribution links into a single 100G CXP port. This simplifies cabling, reduces port consumption on core devices, and provides a cost-effective path for 10G-to-100G migration.
Service Provider Transport & Optical Networking
The ONS-CXP-100G-SR10 is designed for Cisco ONS and ASR 9000 platforms used in service provider transport networks. It enables short-reach 100G interconnects between routers and optical transport equipment within central offices and points of presence.
High-Performance Computing (HPC) Clusters
In HPC environments where low-latency, high-throughput node-to-node connectivity is essential, the CXP 100GBASE-SR10 module provides the parallel optical bandwidth needed for compute-intensive workloads over multimode fiber infrastructure.
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Compatibility Notes
Platform Compatibility:
- Cisco ASR 9001, ASR 9006, ASR 9010 routers
- Cisco NCS 6000 series line cards (NC6-10X100G-M-P, NC6-10X100G-L-P)
- Other Cisco CXP-equipped switches, routers, and optical platforms
Cabling Requirements:
- 24-fiber MPO/MTP-24 ribbon cable (female connector on module side)
- Only PC or UPC polished connectors are supported — APC connectors are not supported
- OM3 multimode fiber: up to 100m
- OM4 multimode fiber: up to 150m
Interoperability:
- IEEE 802.3ba 100GBASE-SR10 compliant — interoperable with any IEEE-compliant 100GBASE-SR10 form factor
For the latest platform and software compatibility details, refer to the Cisco 100 Gigabit Ethernet Transceiver Modules Compatibility Matrix.
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Frequently Asked Questions
| Part Number | Product | Key Difference |
|---|---|---|
| CXP-100G-SR10 | Cisco CXP 100GBASE-SR10 (Non-ONS) | Same optical specs; the ONS- prefix denotes qualification for Cisco ONS/optical networking platforms such as ASR 9000 and NCS 2000. |
| CXP-100G-SR12 | Cisco CXP 100GBASE-SR12 | Uses all 12 optical lanes for 120 Gbps high-density interconnect; interoperable with SR10 but optimized for point-to-point rather than breakout. |
| CPAK-100G-SR10 | Cisco CPAK 100GBASE-SR10 | CPAK form factor instead of CXP; same 100GBASE-SR10 standard but designed for CPAK-equipped line cards on ASR 9000 and NCS 6000. |
| QSFP-100G-SR4-S | Cisco QSFP-100G-SR4-S | QSFP28 form factor using 4 x 25G lanes instead of 10 x 10G; requires fewer fibers (8 vs. 24) but uses a different interface standard (100GBASE-SR4). |