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1990-3553 HP 4Gb/s 1000Base-SX FC SFP Transceiver for SAN

SKU:
1990-3553
Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 4Gb/s Fibre Channel speed for SAN connectivity
  • 1000Base-SX standard for short wavelength optical networking
  • SFP form factor suitable for compatible HP switches and storage devices
  • Designed for reliable fibre channel data transmission over multimode fiber
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$62.83

Product Overview

The HP 4Gb/s 1000Base-SX FC SFP Transceiver enables Fibre Channel connectivity at 4 Gigabit per second speeds, designed for short wavelength optical transmission over multimode fiber. Its SFP form factor allows straightforward installation in compatible HP networking and storage devices, supporting data center SAN applications.

General Information

Brand HP

Technical Information

Form Factor SFP
Media MMF
Type VCSEL
Power Consumption 0.8 W (typical)
Protocols Fibre Channel (FC), 4Gb/s
Connector LC Duplex
DOM Support No

Physical Characteristics

Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished


Product Description

The HP 4Gb/s 1000Base-SX FC SFP Transceiver (part no: 1990-3553) is a small form-factor pluggable module designed to provide 4 Gigabit per second Fibre Channel connectivity. It is typically used in storage area networks (SANs) requiring short wavelength optical communication over multimode fiber. IT professionals utilize this transceiver to enable high-speed data transfer between switches, servers, and storage arrays within data centers.

This transceiver fits into SFP slots on HP networking and storage hardware, enabling flexible deployment and easy upgrades without replacing entire devices.

Key Features
  • Supports 4Gb/s Fibre Channel data rate for SAN environments
  • Complies with 1000Base-SX optical networking standards
  • Utilizes SFP form factor for hot-swappable operation
  • Operates over multimode fiber for short distance connections
  • Designed specifically for HP compatible hardware

This HP transceiver plays a crucial role in facilitating high-bandwidth, short-range data communication in enterprise SAN infrastructures. It helps maintain optimal network performance by providing standardized optical connectivity that integrates with existing HP Fibre Channel equipment.


Use Cases

This HP SFP transceiver is typically employed in enterprise data centers requiring short-range, high-speed Fibre Channel connections for storage area networks. It suits environments where HP switches and storage systems are deployed and where maintaining standardized optical interfaces is necessary.

How It's Used:
  • Connecting HP Fibre Channel switches to SAN storage arrays over multimode fiber
  • Upgrading existing SAN infrastructure to 4Gb/s transmission speeds
  • Replacing faulty or outdated SFP modules in HP networking equipment
  • Facilitating short distance server-to-switch fiber connections
  • Deploying in data center racks with HP-compatible SFP slots

Overall, the transceiver supports reliable and standardized Fibre Channel optical links essential for SAN operations. It simplifies hardware maintenance and network scalability within compatible HP environments.


FAQ's

  • What type of fiber does the 1990-3553 transceiver use?

    The 1990-3553 transceiver uses multimode fiber for short wavelength optical transmissions compliant with 1000Base-SX standards.

  • Is the 1990-3553 compatible with all HP switches?

    This transceiver is designed for HP equipment compatible with SFP modules supporting 4Gb/s Fibre Channel; compatibility depends on specific device support for 1000Base-SX FC SFPs.

  • What data rate does this HP SFP transceiver support?

    The transceiver supports a Fibre Channel data rate of 4 Gigabits per second, suitable for SAN network environments.

  • Can the 1990-3553 be hot-swapped?

    Yes, as an SFP form factor device, it supports hot-swappable installation and removal in compatible HP hardware.

  • What distance range is supported by this transceiver?

    It is designed for short distance connections over multimode fiber, in line with 1000Base-SX specifications, typically up to several hundred meters.

  • Does this transceiver support long wavelength connections?

    No, the 1990-3553 is specified for short wavelength (SX) optical fiber links only.


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1990-3553 HP 4Gb/s 1000Base-SX FC SFP Transceiver for SAN
1990-3553 HP 4Gb/s 1000Base-SX FC SFP Transceiver for SAN
$62.83