The new Sonore opticalModule Deluxe

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It also puts all connectors on the same face of the unit (Ethernet, fiber and power). That possibly explains, or is explained by, the reference to "improved circuit layout."

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1 hour ago, Puma Cat said:

So, my question is, why would I decide to buy this as opposed to the original OM? 

One reason might be compatibility with an EtherREGEN - i.e., using the EtherREGEN with an external OM rather than the internal optical cage of the EtherREGEN. The "B" side of the EtherREGEN operates at only 100mbps, and the new OM can accommodate that rate, whereas the original OM will not because it only operates at the gigabit rate.

 

EDITED to note that @ericuco already saw this use case and explained it better, too!