PAN-SFP-LX-BCC | Palo Alto Compatible 1GB Single-Mode 10km (1000BASE-LX)

Q: Will this work in place of the Palo Alto PAN-SFP-LX?
A: Yes. The PAN-SFP-LX-BCC is engineered to the same IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-LX standard, matching the form factor, data rate, wavelength, and reach of the Palo Alto PAN-SFP-LX. It is plug-and-play compatible and will initialize and perform identically in any Palo Alto platform that lists the PAN-SFP-LX as a supported transceiver.

Q: Which Palo Alto platforms support this transceiver?
A: This transceiver is compatible with Palo Alto Networks firewalls and switches that feature SFP ports and list the PAN-SFP-LX in their supported optics documentation. This includes models across the PA-Series firewall family with SFP-equipped management or data interfaces. Verify your specific model's datasheet or contact us if you need platform confirmation.

Q: What fibre type is required and can I use this with multimode fibre?
A: This transceiver is designed for single-mode fibre (9/125um G.652 SMF) and will reach the full 10km distance over dual-fibre single-mode cable. It can also operate over legacy multimode fibre (OM1/OM2) for distances up to 550 metres, but requires a mode conditioning patch cable at the transmit end to offset the differential modal delay and prevent receiver overload.

Q: How do I access the DOM diagnostic data?
A: The transceiver's SFF-8472 compliant DOM interface is accessible via the I2C bus on address A2h. Most Palo Alto PAN-OS versions expose DOM parameters through the CLI using show interface commands or via SNMP. You can monitor real-time transmit and receive optical power levels, temperature, laser bias current, and supply voltage to detect link degradation or fibre issues before they cause outages.

Q: What is the minimum optical budget and how does it affect maximum reach?
A: This transceiver provides a minimum guaranteed link budget of 13 to 15 dB between transmitter output and receiver sensitivity. The 10km maximum reach assumes typical single-mode fibre attenuation of 0.35 to 0.5 dB/km plus connector and splice losses. Actual distance depends on your installed fibre quality, number of connectors, and any inline splices or patch panels. Poor quality fibre or excessive splicing will reduce usable distance.