Name: 49Y7928 IBM 40GB QSFP SFP Transceiver High-Speed Optical Module
Brand: IBM
SKU: 49Y7928
Price: 216.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 49Y7928 40GB QSFP SFP transceiver functions as a crucial component for high-speed optical communication within IBM network setups. It fits into QSFP slots and is designed to handle data transfer demands typically seen in modern data centers and enterprise environments.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	49Y7928
Alternate Part Number	49Y7928-12-LV

Technical Information
Form Factor	QSFP+ to SFP+
Media	Cat 5e/6/6a (UTP)
Protocols	40GbE,10GbE
DOM Support	No

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This 40GB QSFP SFP transceiver is built to enable fast and reliable optical communication in data centers and enterprise networks. It is commonly used in IBM switches and routers to handle high-bandwidth traffic efficiently. Engineered for network administrators and IT professionals, it provides a straightforward way to upgrade or maintain network hardware without extensive changes to infrastructure. This transceiver supports short to medium-range connections, making it suitable for linking servers, switches, or storage arrays within data center racks or between adjacent racks. Key Features High-speed 40GB data transmission suitable for demanding network environments Compatible with a range of IBM networking devices, ensuring easy integration Compact QSFP form factor allows for dense port configurations Optimized for short to medium-range optical fiber links Supports hot-swappable installation for minimal downtime These transceivers are often deployed in data centers where space and speed are critical. They help maintain smooth and efficient data flows by providing reliable optical connections. This makes them a practical choice for businesses aiming to keep their network infrastructure up to date.

Use Cases
The IBM 49Y7928 40GB QSFP SFP transceiver is primarily utilized in high-performance networking environments where rapid, reliable optical connectivity is critical. It serves organizations requiring efficient data throughput, such as data centers and enterprise IT infrastructures managing virtualization and storage-intensive workloads. How It's Used: Connecting high-density rack servers within enterprise data centers to optimize internal data flow. Facilitating inter-switch links in campus networks for seamless aggregation and backbone connectivity. Supporting virtualization platforms by ensuring low-latency, high-bandwidth links between compute nodes. Enabling storage area network (SAN) deployments that demand consistent high-speed data transmission. Integrating into edge computing setups to maintain high throughput and reliable connections over short to medium distances. This transceiver enhances network performance by enabling scalable and flexible optical connections, which is essential for managing increasing data loads and maintaining operational efficiency in complex IT architectures.

49Y7928 IBM 40GB QSFP SFP Transceiver High-Speed Optical Module

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