IBM SFP-10GLRM-31 Compatible 10G SFP+ LRM Transceiver Module
Built for hosts recognizing SFP-10GLRM-31, this HT-manufactured SFP+ module delivers 10G transmission at 1310nm. Its rated reach is 220m on OM3 / 300m on SMF, with Duplex LC as the physical interface. The specifications and engineering guidance below support project teams keep OEM references, delivery records and port schedules aligned, while keeping HT manufacture separate from the OEM cross-reference.
OEM Part Number: SFP-10GLRM-31HT Part Number: SFP-10GLRM-31
Product Highlights
- Compatible alternative to IBM SFP-10GLRM-31
- 10G connectivity at 10.3125Gbps
- Optical wavelength: 1310nm
- Specified reach: 220m on OM3 / 300m on SMF
- Duplex LC / MMF/SMF interface
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F)
- Factory compatibility verification and optical performance testing before shipment
Specifications
| HT Part Number | SFP-10GLRM-31 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HT |
| Form Factor | SFP+ |
| Max. Data Rate | 10.3125Gbps |
| Wavelength | 1310nm |
| Max. Transmission Distance | 220m@OM3/300m@SMF |
| Connector | Duplex LC |
| Transmitter Type | FP 1310nm |
| Media | MMF/SMF |
| DOM Support | Yes |
| TX Power | -6.5~-0.5dBm |
| Receiver Sensitivity | < -8.4dBm |
| Max. Power Consumption | ≤1W |
| Receiver Overload | +1.5dBm |
| Core Size | 50/125µm@OM3 MMF, 9/125μm@SMF |
| Modulation | NRZ |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) |
| Bit Error Ratio (BER) | 1E-12 |
| Protocols | IEEE 802.3ae, SFF-8472, SFF-8431, SFF-8432, SFP+ MSA Compliant, CPRI, eCPRI |
Project Documentation and Traceability
Large deployments are easier to audit when the order code, optical standard and endpoint record agree. Keep the OEM reference in the compatibility document and the HT part number on the packing list. Labels and carton groups can be arranged by rack or port plan so installers need not identify modules by appearance. For this model, the principal parameters are data rate 10.3125Gbps, wavelength 1310nm, rated reach 220m on OM3 / 300m on SMF.
IBM Compatibility and Factory Testing
The module is checked for host recognition as SFP-10GLRM-31, link establishment and diagnostic reporting. Physical cage fit alone is not treated as evidence of compatibility. Equipment model, hardware revision and software release can be reviewed before dispatch where platform behavior is uncertain.
Applications and Optical Link Design
Typical deployments include switch-to-switch, switch-to-server and aggregation links inside a data hall or between adjacent equipment rooms. The Duplex LC interface connects to the specified multimode cabling, and the stated reach depends on fiber grade and link loss. Keep this interface on the matching multimode optical standard rather than connecting it directly to a single-mode wavelength or reach variant.
Before deployment, check the host port type, supported data rate and firmware requirements. The 10G interface configuration must match the remote equipment; sharing a SFP+ housing alone does not make two transceiver types interoperable.
The multimode channel should use the fiber grade associated with the stated 220m on OM3 / 300m on SMF reach. Keep the Duplex LC end faces clean and avoid tight bends. Different multimode standards are not interchangeable merely because they share a connector.
Optical Acceptance, Diagnostics and Handling
For this model, the specified transmit-power range is -6.5~-0.5dBm; receiver sensitivity is < -8.4dBm. A sound acceptance record includes link state, diagnostic temperature, supply voltage and transmit or receive levels where the host exposes them. Compare the readings with the stated ranges rather than treating any received light as proof of adequate margin. Persistent alarms or borderline values should trigger an end-face and complete-channel inspection. Before every insertion, keep dust caps in place until the patch lead is ready, avoid touching the optical end face and use an appropriate inspection and cleaning procedure. Do not look into an active optical interface.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an original IBM transceiver?
No. It is an HT-manufactured compatible alternative for equipment that specifies SFP-10GLRM-31, not an original IBM-branded module.
Which fiber and connector are required?
Use Duplex LC with MMF/SMF. The specified maximum reach is 220m on OM3 / 300m on SMF, subject to fiber quality and total link loss.
Can it be mixed with another wavelength or reach version?
Only when the two ends share the same optical standard, wavelength plan and supported data rate. Check the exact part numbers and link budget rather than relying only on the module form factor.
Ordering Information
When ordering, specify SFP-10GLRM-31, SFP-10GLRM-31, quantity and intended host platform. Project labels can repeat these details for receiving and asset records. Neutral labels, customer packaging and project-specific compatibility review are available on request.
Shipping and Lead Time
Standard configurations normally ship within one to three working days, with production lead times confirmed for larger quantities. International courier, air freight and sea freight are available; customer courier accounts and nominated forwarders are accepted.
Quality Assurance and Packaging
Quality control covers the optical or electrical interface, host identification and operating link. The verified unit is then individually protected and cartoned. Customer references, rack groups and project packing lists can be added for volume orders.
