NETGEAR AXM764 – 10GBASE-LR Lite SFP+ Transceiver for 2 km Single-Mode Links
10G LR Lite1310 nm · SMFUp to 2 kmDuplex LC
The NETGEAR AXM764 (AXM764-10000S) is a 10 Gigabit SFP+ transceiver for single-mode fibre links of up to 2 km, using NETGEAR's LR Lite optics at 1310 nm with a duplex LC connector. It is meant for campus and building-to-building 10G links on NETGEAR managed switches where multimode is too short but the full 10 km of standard 10GBASE-LR is not needed.
NETGEAR notes that LR Lite is not an IEEE standard in its own right; the AXM764 is designed to interoperate with NETGEAR's own 10GBASE-LR module (AXM762) on links up to 2 km. Power draw is a modest 1.1 W and the module is hot-swappable.
Before you order: Maximum reach is 2 km. For longer single-mode runs, use the AXM762 10GBASE-LR (10 km). NETGEAR lists the AXM764 for the SFP+ ports of M5300, M6100, M7100 and M7300 series switches and select Smart and Plus switches — check that your model is on NETGEAR's list.
What's in the Box
- 1 × NETGEAR AXM764 10G LR Lite SFP+ transceiver (AXM764-10000S)
- Dust plug on the optical port
- No fibre patch cords included
What It Means in Practice
- 10G link up to 2 km over 9/125 µm single-mode fibre between buildings or floors.
- Interoperates with the NETGEAR AXM762 (10GBASE-LR) on the far end within 2 km.
- Hot-swappable; 1.1 W maximum power.
- Single-mode LC/UPC patch cords required (not included).
What Will Not Work
- Will not reach beyond 2 km — use the AXM762 for up to 10 km.
- Will not work over multimode fibre — use the AXM761 SR module for multimode.
- Not a 1G optic — will not link to 1000BASE-LX modules.
- Not guaranteed in non-NETGEAR switches; NETGEAR lists only its own switch families.
Key Features
2 km single-mode
10G over 9/125 µm SMF at 1310 nm.
Works with AXM762
Interoperates with NETGEAR 10GBASE-LR within 2 km.
Hot-swappable
RoHS, Class 1 laser, FCC Class A.
Technical Specifications
| Identification |
| Part Number |
AXM764-10000S |
| Model |
AXM764 SFP+ Transceiver 10GBASE-LR Lite |
| EAN / GTIN |
0606449108767 |
| Brand |
NETGEAR |
| Optical & Interface |
| Form factor |
SFP+ |
| Standard |
10G LR Lite (NETGEAR; interoperates with 10GBASE-LR within 2 km) |
| Data rate |
10 Gbit/s |
| Wavelength |
1310 nm |
| Fibre type |
Single-mode 9/125 µm |
| Maximum distance |
2 km |
| Connector |
Duplex LC |
| Operation |
| Power consumption |
1.1 W max. |
| Storage temperature |
−40 to 85 °C |
| Hot-swap |
Yes |
| Compliance |
RoHS, FDA/CDRH, IEC 60825, FCC Class A |
| Compatibility |
| NETGEAR switches |
SFP+ ports on M5300, M6100, M7100, M7300 series and select Smart and Plus switches |
| Warranty |
| Warranty |
1-Year Warranty (Singular) |
| Manufacturer Term |
NETGEAR limited 5-year hardware warranty — claims handled through Singular |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LR Lite?
A NETGEAR single-mode 10G optic for links up to 2 km. NETGEAR states it is not a standard on its own, but it interoperates with 10GBASE-LR (AXM762) within 2 km.
Can I use it with a 10GBASE-LR optic from another brand?
NETGEAR only documents interoperability with its own AXM762. If the far end is another brand, send us both models and we will check.
Will it work in my M4300?
NETGEAR's product page lists M5300, M6100, M7100, M7300 and select Smart/Plus switches. Send us your model and we will confirm it is on NETGEAR's list.
Singular Expert Insight · Buyer's Guide
LR Lite saves money over full LR when your single-mode runs are under 2 km — typical on a campus. If there is any chance of a longer route later, the AXM762 (10 km) is the safer buy. Pair it with NETGEAR
managed switches that have SFP+ uplinks.
✓ Buy it if you need a 10G single-mode link up to 2 km between NETGEAR switches listed by NETGEAR for this optic.
✕ Skip it if the run is over 2 km (AXM762) or the fibre is multimode (AXM761).
→ Also consider NETGEAR AXM762 10GBASE-LR 10 km and AXM761 10GBASE-SR multimode.
Send us your NETGEAR switch model and the fibre length and we will confirm the right optic before you order.