Sourced for enterprise IT teams, the Cisco DWDM-SFP-5979 (DWDM-SFP-5979 - Cisco 1.25Gb/s 1000Base-DWDM Single-Mode Fiber 80km 1559.79nm LC Connector SFP Transceiver Module) is a Transceiver component appropriate for new-build, expansion, or warranty-replacement procurement. Technical specifications include capacity of 1.25 GB, data rate of 25 Gb/s, wavelength of 79 nm, range of 80 km. Appropriate for enterprise core-aggregation tier, hyperscale leaf-spine fabric expansion, EVE-NG / GNS3 lab environments at scale, and matched-pair high-availability switching deployments. Pro Disk Network supplies the DWDM-SFP-5979 to US business buyers. Stocked units ship same-day on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET. Pro Disk Network applies a 90-day functional warranty. Free US ground shipping on orders over $150; same-day expedited (UPS Next Day Air, FedEx Priority) available at checkout.
The DWDM-SFP-5979 is a Cisco transceiver component with capacity 1.25 GB, data rate 25 Gb/s, wavelength 79 nm. Pro Disk Network sells the DWDM-SFP-5979 for $1,147.54 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
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Quick Answer: Is the DWDM-SFP-5979 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every DWDM-SFP-5979 against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the DWDM-SFP-5979 ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the DWDM-SFP-5979 same-day on orders confirmed before 3 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
The DWDM-SFP-5979 is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
DCI (Data Center Interconnect) — Inter-DC routing or aggregation. LR4/LR8 transceivers for 10–80 km, ER4 for 40 km, ZR4 for coherent long-haul.
Campus Distribution — Catalyst-class campus distribution between IDF and MDF closets. PoE+ where wireless APs and IP phones share infrastructure.
Branch / Edge — Smaller form-factor switches and routers for branch sites. SD-WAN-compatible or static-VPN-attached as the architecture dictates.
What is the DWDM-SFP-5979?
The DWDM-SFP-5979 is a Cisco network interface module with capacity 1.25 GB and data rate 25 Gb/s, manufactured by Cisco. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of DWDM-SFP-5979
Pros
Same-day US shipping cuts deployment downtime
Cons
Not for hyperscale ZR coherent — different SKU family
Some vendors deprecate firmware on EOL part numbers
Mismatched optic+switch firmware can require manual override
Frequently Asked Questions about DWDM-SFP-5979
Is the DWDM-SFP-5979 a genuine Cisco part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every DWDM-SFP-5979 as factory-original Cisco inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Cisco servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Is the DWDM-SFP-5979 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every DWDM-SFP-5979 against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the DWDM-SFP-5979 ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the DWDM-SFP-5979 same-day on orders confirmed before 3 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
What is the warranty on the DWDM-SFP-5979?
New DWDM-SFP-5979 units carry the full Cisco manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the DWDM-SFP-5979?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Optic Coding, Vendor Lock-In, and Multi-Vendor Compatibility
If you are running a multi-vendor leaf-spine architecture (Arista leaves and Cisco spines, for example), order optics coded for each endpoint separately. Optics in DAC and AOC cables are factory-coded to each end and cannot be flashed in-field. Plan the coding split at design time and document it in your network drawings.
Bandwidth Sizing for Spine-Leaf, EVPN-VXLAN, and Hyperconverged Storage
Sizing network bandwidth for a leaf-spine fabric using the DWDM-SFP-5979 starts with the workload mix. For general-purpose virtualisation, plan 10G server-to-leaf, 25G or 40G leaf-to-spine; oversubscription up to 4:1 is acceptable. For hyperconverged storage (vSAN, Ceph, Storage Spaces Direct), plan 25G server-to-leaf at minimum, 100G leaf-to-spine, oversubscription 1.5:1 maximum. East-west traffic dominates in HCI clusters and starves on oversubscribed fabrics.