K365G Dell MMA2P00-AS 25GbE SR 100m Optical SFP28 Transceiver

Dell 25GbE SR 100m SFP28 Transceiver

The Dell K365G Mellanox MMA2P00-AS 25GbE SR Optical SFP28 Transceiver is a high-speed networking solution designed for short-range fiber connectivity, delivering reliable 25Gbps line speed for enterprise-grade applications.

General Information

• Manufacturer: Dell
• Part Number: K365G
• Device Type: Transceiver

Technical Information

• Data Transfer Rate: 25 Gigabits per second (Gbps)
• Form Factor: SFP28 (Small Form-factor Pluggable 28)
• Connector Type: LC Duplex fiber interface

Optical & Media Features

• Cabling Media Type: Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF)
• Wavelength Architecture: 850nm short-range signaling
• Maximum Reach: Up to 100 meters over MMF cabling
• Network Standard: 25GBase-SR compliant

Application & Deployment

• Designed for installation in 25GbE server NICs
• Compatible with high-density network switch uplink cages

Workload Optimization

• Optimized for ultra-low latency data routing
• Ideal for virtualization clusters
• Supports high-frequency trading applications

Key Advantages

• High-speed 25GbE connectivity
• Reliable short-range optical signaling
• Energy-efficient design for enterprise workloads

Dell K365G 25GBE 100m Optical SFP28 Transceiver Overview

The Dell K365G Mellanox MMA2P00-AS 25GbE SR 100m Optical SFP28 Transceiver is engineered to deliver dependable, high-bandwidth optical connectivity for modern enterprise, cloud, virtualization, and high-performance computing environments. As organizations continue adopting bandwidth-intensive workloads, the demand for reliable 25 Gigabit Ethernet networking continues to grow. This SFP28 optical transceiver addresses that requirement by providing consistent performance, excellent signal integrity, and compatibility with enterprise-grade networking equipment.

Designed for short-range fiber optic communication over multimode fiber, this optical module supports transmission distances of up to 100 meters while maintaining low latency and exceptional data integrity. The compact SFP28 form factor allows administrators to maximize switch density while minimizing power consumption, making it an ideal solution for modern data centers where efficiency, scalability, and reliability are critical factors.

Designed for 25 Gigabit Ethernet Infrastructure

The Dell K365G Mellanox MMA2P00-AS transceiver is specifically developed for 25GbE networking, offering significantly greater bandwidth than traditional 10 Gigabit Ethernet deployments. This improvement enables organizations to support larger virtualized environments, high-speed storage systems, real-time analytics, artificial intelligence workloads, software-defined networking, and demanding cloud applications without introducing network bottlenecks.

Twenty-five Gigabit Ethernet has become one of the preferred networking standards for enterprise data centers because it provides an excellent balance between cost, performance, and scalability. Compared to previous generations of networking technology, 25GbE delivers higher throughput using fewer physical lanes, improving efficiency while reducing infrastructure complexity.

Optimized Optical Communication

Optical networking continues to outperform copper-based connectivity in environments requiring consistent performance, lower electromagnetic interference, and greater transmission reliability. The Dell K365G Mellanox MMA2P00-AS optical transceiver provides dependable communication over multimode fiber while minimizing signal degradation throughout the supported transmission distance.

The SR designation indicates Short Range operation, making this module particularly suitable for server rooms, enterprise campuses, blade server deployments, top-of-rack switching, and spine-leaf networking architectures where devices are located within relatively short distances.

Compact SFP28 Form Factor

The Small Form-Factor Pluggable 28 (SFP28) interface represents the evolution of the highly successful SFP family. Despite supporting substantially higher bandwidth than traditional SFP+ modules, the SFP28 maintains virtually the same physical dimensions, allowing seamless integration into high-density networking equipment.

Because of its compact size, network administrators can deploy numerous high-speed optical links within a single switch chassis without consuming excessive rack space. This enables greater network scalability while reducing overall infrastructure costs.

Advantages of the SFP28 Interface

The compact mechanical design allows increased switch port density while simplifying cable management and improving airflow throughout networking cabinets. Better airflow contributes directly to improved thermal efficiency and enhanced equipment reliability in enterprise data centers.

The hot-pluggable design enables replacement or upgrades without powering down network equipment. This minimizes service interruptions and simplifies maintenance operations during infrastructure upgrades.

Support for Multimode Fiber Networks

The Dell K365G Mellanox MMA2P00-AS is designed for multimode fiber optic cabling, making it an excellent choice for structured enterprise cabling systems already utilizing OM3 or OM4 fiber infrastructure. Many modern organizations deploy multimode fiber throughout their buildings because it provides excellent bandwidth while remaining cost-effective for shorter distances.

The 100-meter transmission capability allows network engineers to connect servers, storage arrays, switches, and other networking equipment within racks, across adjacent rows, or between nearby network cabinets without sacrificing signal quality.

Reliable Short-Range Connectivity

Short-range optical communication offers excellent performance for applications requiring predictable latency and dependable throughput. The module maintains stable optical transmission characteristics, ensuring packet delivery remains consistent even during periods of sustained network utilization.

Enterprise-Class Performance Characteristics

Consistent High-Speed Data Transfer

Modern enterprise applications require networking hardware capable of maintaining continuous high-bandwidth communication. The Dell K365G Mellanox MMA2P00-AS is designed to support sustained 25GbE data transmission while preserving signal integrity across supported fiber distances.

This capability benefits virtualization clusters, distributed databases, cloud-native applications, storage area networks, backup infrastructure, and large-scale business applications where uninterrupted communication between devices is essential.

Low Latency Communication

Low latency remains one of the defining advantages of optical networking. The Dell K365G Mellanox optical transceiver contributes to rapid packet forwarding by providing efficient optical signaling between connected devices. Reduced latency becomes increasingly valuable in financial applications, artificial intelligence clusters, scientific computing, and distributed storage systems.

Compatibility with Dell and Mellanox Networking Solutions

The Dell K365G Mellanox MMA2P00-AS transceiver is intended for deployment within supported Dell and Mellanox networking ecosystems. It integrates with compatible Ethernet switches, intelligent network adapters, storage networking equipment, and enterprise server platforms supporting SFP28 optical interfaces.

Organizations utilizing Mellanox-powered networking infrastructures benefit from optimized interoperability between switching hardware, adapters, and optical modules. Compatibility validation reduces deployment complexity while helping ensure reliable network operation.

Integration into Existing Infrastructure

The module can be incorporated into existing network environments without requiring significant architectural modifications. Organizations upgrading from 10GbE infrastructures can gradually transition toward 25GbE by introducing compatible switching hardware and optical modules while preserving structured fiber cabling where appropriate.

Applications Across Modern Data Centers

Virtualization Platforms

Virtualized environments generate substantial east-west network traffic as virtual machines communicate across physical hosts. The Dell K365G Mellanox MMA2P00-AS supports these workloads by providing high-bandwidth optical links capable of handling continuous virtual machine migration, storage synchronization, and application communication.

Cloud Computing Infrastructure

Private cloud, hybrid cloud, and enterprise cloud deployments require networking components capable of supporting dynamic workloads with predictable performance. The optical transceiver enables cloud platforms to maintain high-speed communication between compute resources, storage infrastructure, and switching layers.

High-Performance Computing

Scientific simulations, engineering analysis, artificial intelligence training, and machine learning clusters often require rapid communication between compute nodes. The high-speed optical connectivity delivered by this SFP28 transceiver supports these demanding environments by minimizing communication delays.

Enterprise Storage Networks

Modern storage arrays depend upon high-bandwidth networking to support backup operations, disaster recovery, replication, and storage virtualization. The Dell K365G Mellanox optical module helps maintain consistent throughput between storage controllers and application servers.

Scalable Network Architecture

Supporting Infrastructure Expansion

Business growth frequently requires network expansion. The Dell K365G Mellanox MMA2P00-AS provides a scalable optical connectivity solution capable of supporting additional servers, storage appliances, switches, and virtualization hosts without compromising network performance.

Its standardized SFP28 interface simplifies future upgrades by allowing organizations to expand port capacity while maintaining consistent optical technology throughout the infrastructure.

Future-Ready Networking

Deploying 25 Gigabit Ethernet infrastructure positions organizations for increasing application bandwidth requirements. As workloads continue evolving, higher-speed server connectivity reduces congestion and supports improved resource utilization across enterprise environments.

Energy Efficiency and Thermal Performance

Reduced Power Consumption

Energy efficiency has become an increasingly important consideration within modern data centers. The Dell K365G Mellanox MMA2P00-AS is engineered to deliver high-speed optical communication while maintaining efficient power utilization. Lower power consumption contributes to reduced operational expenses and supports environmentally conscious infrastructure planning.

Optimized Cooling Characteristics

The compact optical design generates relatively little heat compared with larger networking components. Combined with efficient switch airflow, this helps maintain optimal operating temperatures within densely populated equipment racks.

Dependable Signal Integrity

Stable Optical Transmission

Maintaining signal integrity is essential for enterprise networking reliability. The Dell K365G Mellanox optical transceiver is designed to preserve accurate optical signaling throughout continuous operation, reducing retransmissions and maintaining consistent application responsiveness.

Error Reduction

Reliable optical communication minimizes packet corruption while supporting stable network sessions across servers, storage devices, and switching platforms. Improved transmission quality contributes to better overall infrastructure performance.

Ideal Enterprise Deployment Scenarios

Top-of-Rack Switching

The Dell K365G Mellanox MMA2P00-AS is well suited for top-of-rack switch deployments where numerous servers require dedicated 25GbE uplinks within relatively short fiber distances.

Leaf-Spine Networks

Leaf-spine architectures depend upon fast, predictable communication between switches. This optical transceiver supports the bandwidth and reliability necessary for modern software-defined networking environments.

Hyper-Converged Infrastructure

Hyper-converged platforms combine storage, compute, and networking into unified systems. The high-speed optical capabilities of this SFP28 module help support storage replication, cluster communication, and workload balancing.

Enterprise Server Connectivity

Organizations deploying database servers, virtualization hosts, application servers, analytics platforms, and backup appliances benefit from reliable 25GbE connectivity capable of sustaining intensive traffic loads.