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41Y8596 IBM Cisco 4Gb/s Fibre Channel SW SFP Optical Transceiver

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41Y8596

Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 4Gb/s Fibre Channel optical transceiver for high-speed data transfer
  • Compatible with IBM and Cisco Fibre Channel switches
  • Uses Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) interface for hot-swappable deployment
  • Supports long-distance connectivity via fiber optic cabling
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$68.00
Product Overview

The 41Y8596 IBM Cisco 4Gb/s Fibre Channel SW SFP Optical Transceiver functions as a reliable bridge for robust fibre channel communications, fitting seamlessly into IBM and Cisco networking environments. It offers a practical solution for extending SAN connectivity, providing dependable optical performance and ease of maintenance through its hot-swappable SFP design.

General Information
Brand IBM
Part Number 41Y8596
Alternate Part Number 41Y8596-01-UK
Technical Information
Form Factor SFP
Media MMF
Type VCSEL
Protocols Fibre Channel (4Gb/s)
Connector LC Duplex
Physical Characteristics
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished


Product Description

This 41Y8596 optical transceiver enables 4Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity, commonly used in storage area networks for fast and reliable data exchange. It's built for IBM and Cisco switches where high throughput and low latency are critical. IT professionals working with enterprise storage solutions and SAN infrastructures often rely on this module for flexible and scalable network setups.

Key Features

  • Compatible with various IBM and Cisco Fibre Channel switch models
  • Hot-pluggable SFP format allows easy installation and replacement
  • Optimized for 4Gb/s speed to support demanding storage applications
  • Reliable optical signaling ensures data integrity over fiber cables
  • Supports long reach to connect distant SAN components efficiently

You'll typically find this transceiver in data centers where SANs connect multiple servers and storage units. It helps maintain smooth, uninterrupted data flow essential for backups, virtualization, and large-scale storage management. Using this module can simplify network upgrades or expansions by adding high-speed fiber links without replacing entire switches.


Use Cases

The 41Y8596 transceiver is commonly used in high-performance networking setups requiring fast and stable fiber optic connections.

How It's Used:

  • Integrating Fibre Channel SAN switches in data centers
  • Connecting IBM and Cisco servers to storage arrays
  • Extending network reach through single-mode fiber links
  • Replacing or upgrading existing optical transceivers without service interruption
  • Supporting high-bandwidth applications in enterprise environments

Its ease of installation and compatibility make it a practical choice for maintaining and expanding fiber optic network infrastructures.


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41Y8596 IBM Cisco 4Gb/s Fibre Channel SW SFP Optical Transceiver
41Y8596 IBM Cisco 4Gb/s Fibre Channel SW SFP Optical Transceiver
$68.00