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Author: Site Editor Publish Time: 11-07-2025 Origin: Site
Having tools for digital consumption, media creation, and online services indirectly creates demand for high-bandwidth and low-latency. Now, welcome to 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE), a high-performance networking option designed to give your organization the ability to do things 10 times faster than what is possible with traditional Gigabit Ethernet.
But what, in reality, is 10 GbE? What person in particular has this need? And what is required to equip facilities with a 10G network? Within this article, you will find the answers to these questions and perhaps more.
10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) is a fast Ethernet standard that enables transmission of data at rates of 10 Gbps. It is available through both copper and fiber optic cabling and is extensively employed in:
Enterprise network
Data center of a sizable organization
Cloud environments
A studio for professionals or home-based freelance content creators
Laboratories and setups for enthusiasts and enterprises
Standard | Medium | Description |
10GBASE-T | Cat6a/Cat7 Copper | Up to 100 meters, RJ45 connector |
10GBASE-SR | Multimode Fiber | Short-range fiber (up to 300m) |
10GBASE-LR | Single-mode Fiber | Long-range fiber (up to 10km) |
SFP+ DAC | Twinax Copper | Direct-attach copper for short links |
✅ Yes, if you:
Transfer large files regularly (video editing, backups, datasets)
Do virtualization or NAS/SAN network services
Set up data centers or assembly of server racks would be appropriate
Live or record 4K or 8K streaming
Manage large infrastructure systems for enterprise
❌ And perhaps, it may not be, if you:
Only surf the Internet, stream media, or game alone
Access Wi-Fi or classified Gigabit Ethernet for normal use
Manage a small office with little or no need for large file transfers
To be able to build a 10G Ethernet functional infrastructure, these make up the core components:
Installed in PCs or servers, these cards are the enablers for 10GbE connectivity.
Model | Interface | Connector | Highlights |
Intel X550-T2 | PCIe x8 | RJ45 | Dual-port, 10GBASE-T |
Mellanox ConnectX-4 | PCIe x8 | SFP+ | High-performance, low latency |
ASUS XG-C100C | PCIe x4 | RJ45 | Budget-friendly home option |
Enable multi-device 10G networking.
Model | Ports | Type | Description |
Mikrotik CRS312-4C+8XG | 8 RJ45 + 4 SFP+ | Layer 3 Switch | Combo 10G ports, cost-effective |
Ubiquiti UniFi US-XG-6POE | 6 x 10G RJ45 | Managed Switch | PoE support, SMB use |
Netgear XS708T | 8 x RJ45 | Smart Switch | Ideal for small networks |
Cisco Nexus 93180YC-FX | 48 x SFP+ | Enterprise Core | High-density, data center-grade |
Used in devices with SFP+ ports for fiber/copper links.
Model | Type | Medium | Range | Wavelength |
SFP-10G-SR | SFP+ | MMF (OM3/OM4) | Up to 300m | 850nm |
SFP-10G-LR | SFP+ | SMF | Up to 10km | 1310nm |
SFP+ DAC Cable | Passive | Twinax Copper | 0.5–5m | N/A |
Used in devices with SFP+ ports for fiber/copper links.
Cable Type | Use Case |
Cat6a Ethernet Cable | Up to 100m for 10GBASE-T |
Cat7 / Cat8 Cable | Extra shielding for reliability |
SFP+ DAC Cable | Cost-effective short connections |
OM3/OM4 LC Fiber | For SFP+ SR modules |
LC/SC SMF Patch Cord | For SFP+ LR modules |
Convert 10G SFP+ to RJ45 or between fiber types.
Product | Use |
SFP+ to RJ45 Converter | Link copper devices to fiber ports |
Fiber Media Converter 10G | MMF ↔ SMF conversion |
Do you wish to construct a high-speed link network? The following is a technical example:
Switch: Mikrotik CRS305 (4× SFP+)
NIC: Intel X520-DA2 (Dual SFP+)
Transceiver: SFP+ SR
Cable: LC-LC OM3 patch cord (1m)
Via Optical: SFP+ DAC Cable for consideration for a low-distance direct linking line.
Cheap devices: Prices on NICs, switches, and SFP modules have been reduced significantly.
Enabling infrastructure: Seamlessly connect to old 1G or 2.5G networks.
Future-proofing: Increasing the number of devices (NAS, SSD RAID, servers) that come with built-in 10G support.
Zion Communication provides the following sets of antennae for a 10G network set up:
10G SFP+ Transceivers (SR/LR)
10G Direct Attach Cables (DAC)
OM3/OM4 Fiber Patch Cords
10 Gppm 2.5 G ppm enterprise-grade switches
High-speed Cat6a/Cat7 Ethernet cables
Seeking for branded OEM (original equipment manufacturer) or ODM (original design manufacturer) cables and optical transceivers? Zion Communication also holds the service of OEM/ODM.
Where is your local office at?
We are located within the Hangzhou area, Zhejiang Province, which is only a 60-minute drive is paramount from Hangzhou International Airport. Visiting? We can already book a shuttle for you.
How fast is delivery?
Customarily standard 10G products are shipped within 7-10 business days (OEM terms may vary.) Customers can expect such OEM orders to take up to 2-3 weeks depending on their need.
10 GbE has become now a norm, not a perk, because data centers today cater to businesses, fans, and techies. While 10GbE can handle the demanding workflows of 8K editing or high-speed storage networks, this moderate speed and reliability is a must for the new design of the digital world.
