FN-TRAN-SFP+SR: Fortinet 10GBASE-SR SFP+ Optical Transceiver Module
Also listed as: SP-FG-10GE-SR, FG-TRAN-SFP+SR
The Fortinet FN-TRAN-SFP+SR is a 10GBASE-SR SFP+ optical transceiver delivering 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity up to 300 meters over OM3 multimode fibre for FortiGate appliances.
Specifications
| Part number | FN-TRAN-SFP+SR |
|---|---|
| Brand | Fortinet |
| Type | Transceivers |
| Other numbers | SP-FG-10GE-SR, FG-TRAN-SFP+SR |
| Status | current |
| Form factor | SFP+ |
| Speed | 10GbE |
| Wavelength nm | 850 |
| Connector | LC duplex |
| Cable type | Multimode Fibre |
| Max distance m | 300 |
About the FN-TRAN-SFP+SR
The Fortinet FN-TRAN-SFP+SR optical transceiver provides 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for enterprise perimeter firewalls and data center security clusters. Operating at an 850 nanometer optical wavelength over multimode fibre, it enables low latency high throughput connections between FortiGate appliances and core network switches.
Compatibility
Compatible with Fortinet FortiGate 100F, 200F, 400F, 600F, 1100E, 1800F, 2600F, and FortiSwitch platforms equipped with 10GbE SFP+ interfaces. It is recognized natively by FortiOS without requiring custom configuration commands or special licensing keys.
How to identify a genuine unit
Enclosed in a standard SFP+ metallic casing featuring a black optical extraction latch bail that designates 850nm multimode optical operation. The top label bears the Fortinet logo, model identifier FN-TRAN-SFP+SR, serial number barcode, and optical laser safety class markings.
Buying used
Inspect the dual LC optical receptacle with a fiber microscope to verify clean optical surfaces free of scratches or debris. Mount into an active FortiGate SFP+ cage to confirm that FortiOS authenticates the transceiver and displays valid optical power readings in system interface status.
Fits these models
- Fortinet FortiGate 1000D
- Fortinet FortiGate 100F
- Fortinet FortiGate 1100E
- Fortinet FortiGate 1200D
- Fortinet FortiGate 1500D
- Fortinet FortiGate 1800F
- Fortinet FortiGate 2000E
- Fortinet FortiGate 200E
- Fortinet FortiGate 200F
- Fortinet FortiGate 2200E
- Fortinet FortiGate 2500E
- Fortinet FortiGate 2600F
- Fortinet FortiGate 3000D
- Fortinet FortiGate 300D
- Fortinet FortiGate 300E
- Fortinet FortiGate 3200D
- Fortinet FortiGate 3300E
- Fortinet FortiGate 3400E
- Fortinet FortiGate 3600E
- Fortinet FortiGate 3700D
- Fortinet FortiGate 3800D
- Fortinet FortiGate 3960E
- Fortinet FortiGate 400D
- Fortinet FortiGate 400E
- Fortinet FortiGate 400F
- Fortinet FortiGate 4200F
- Fortinet FortiGate 4400F
- Fortinet FortiGate 4800F
- Fortinet FortiGate 500D
- Fortinet FortiGate 500E
- Fortinet FortiGate 6000F
- Fortinet FortiGate 600D
- Fortinet FortiGate 600E
- Fortinet FortiGate 600F
- Fortinet FortiGate 7000E
- Fortinet FortiGate 900D
Works together
How the Fortinet FN-TRAN-SFP+SR connects to servers, storage and the network: 3 ways, with the hardware on each path.
iSCSI and NVMe/TCP over Ethernet
Keep the speed the same at all three points: a 25GbE server, a 25GbE switch port and a 25GbE array port. Mixed speeds work but the slowest link sets the pace.
Adapters for the server
BCM957416A4160C Broadcom NetXtreme-E BCM57416 Dual-Port 10GBASE-T PCIe 3.0 Ethernet Network Adapter
540-BBGN Dell Broadcom 57412 Dual Port 10GbE SFP+ PCIe Adapter
540-BBGO Dell Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 10GBASE-T RJ45 PCIe Adapter
540-BBGP Dell Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 10GBASE-T RJ45 OCP 3.0 Adapter
Switches
Arista 7020R 7020TR-48 1U fixed switch
Arista 7050X 7050CX3-32S 1U fixed switch
Arista 7050X 7050SX3-48YC8 1U fixed switch
Arista 7050X 7050TX3-48C8 1U fixed switch
Storage
Dell PowerProtect DD6400 2U appliance
Dell PowerProtect DD6900 2U appliance + shelves
Dell PowerProtect DD9400 2U appliance + shelves
Dell PowerProtect DD9410 2U appliance + shelves
Dell PowerProtect DD9900 2U appliance + shelves
Dell PowerProtect DD9910 2U appliance + shelves
File storage (NFS and SMB)
Front-end ports face the clients; back-end ports (on scale-out systems) connect the nodes to each other and need their own switch pair.
Adapters for the server
BCM957416A4160C Broadcom NetXtreme-E BCM57416 Dual-Port 10GBASE-T PCIe 3.0 Ethernet Network Adapter
540-BBGN Dell Broadcom 57412 Dual Port 10GbE SFP+ PCIe Adapter
540-BBGO Dell Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 10GBASE-T RJ45 PCIe Adapter
540-BBGP Dell Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 10GBASE-T RJ45 OCP 3.0 Adapter
Switches
Arista 7020R 7020TR-48 1U fixed switch
Arista 7050X 7050CX3-32S 1U fixed switch
Arista 7050X 7050SX3-48YC8 1U fixed switch
Arista 7050X 7050TX3-48C8 1U fixed switch
Storage
Dell PowerScale A300 4U
Dell PowerScale A3000 4U 4-node chassis
Dell PowerScale F200 1U rack
Dell PowerScale F600 1U rack
Dell PowerScale F900 2U rack
Dell PowerScale H700 4U
Hyperconverged cluster
Plan at least two 25GbE ports per node to two switches; all-NVMe clusters often move to 100GbE.
HCI nodes
Dell VxRail D560 1U short-depth rack
Dell VxRail D560F 1U short-depth rack
Dell VxRail E660 1U rack
Dell VxRail E660F 1U rack
Adapters for the server
BCM957416A4160C Broadcom NetXtreme-E BCM57416 Dual-Port 10GBASE-T PCIe 3.0 Ethernet Network Adapter
540-BBGN Dell Broadcom 57412 Dual Port 10GbE SFP+ PCIe Adapter
540-BBGO Dell Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 10GBASE-T RJ45 PCIe Adapter
540-BBGP Dell Broadcom 57416 Dual Port 10GBASE-T RJ45 OCP 3.0 Adapter
Switches
Arista 7020R 7020TR-48 1U fixed switch
Arista 7050X 7050CX3-32S 1U fixed switch
Arista 7050X 7050SX3-48YC8 1U fixed switch
Arista 7050X 7050TX3-48C8 1U fixed switch
Plan and size it
- Draw this setup in the topology planner mrplanb.com
- Add up rack power and space rack-density.com
- iSCSI explained mrplanb.com
- Virtualization storage Ledger: scored storage platforms mrplanb.com
- Network monitoring tools compared mrplanb.com
Check compatibility with Fortinet
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Fortinet has tested with the Fortinet FN-TRAN-SFP+SR.
- Specifications Fortinet Document Library (hardware guides and transceiver support)
- Support Fortinet Support
FAQ
What is the maximum optical reach of FN-TRAN-SFP+SR?
It supports links up to 300 meters on OM3 multimode fibre and 400 meters on OM4 fibre.
Does FortiOS report Digital Optical Monitoring for this module?
Yes, FortiOS provides real-time DOM metrics for optical transmit and receive power.
Buying or selling FN-TRAN-SFP+SR?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Fortinet Optical Transceivers Data Sheet, checked 2026-10-27