Name: 57-1000331-01 Brocade 128G SW4 Multi-mode QSFP28 100m OM4 Transceiver
Brand: Brocade
SKU: 57-1000331-01
Price: 62.83 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Brocade 128G SW4 Fibre Channel Multi-mode QSFP28 transceiver provides reliable, high-speed data transfer within fibre channel storage networks. It fits into existing multimode fiber infrastructures and enhances performance by delivering 128Gbps throughput through a compact QSFP28 form factor. This module is well suited for data center environments aiming to maintain fast, stable storage connectivity over moderate distances.

General Information
Brand	Brocade
Part Number	57-1000331-01

Technical Information
Form Factor	QSFP28
Media	MMF
Type	VCSEL
Protocols	Fibre Channel 128G (SW4), 4 x 32G lanes
Connector	MTP/MPO

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This Brocade 128G SW4 Fibre Channel transceiver is built for high-bandwidth data transmission in storage area networks. It uses a QSFP28 interface to provide four 32Gbps channels, combining to deliver a total of 128Gbps throughput. The module works over OM4 multimode fiber, allowing reliable connections up to 100 meters. Often found in demanding enterprise environments, this transceiver suits SAN architects and IT professionals looking to upgrade or maintain high-speed, low-latency fibre channel links. Its compatibility with standard multimode fiber makes it a practical choice for existing data center cabling infrastructure. Key Features Supports 128Gbps aggregated bandwidth through four 32Gbps lanes Compatible with OM4 multimode fiber for up to 100m reach Uses the QSFP28 form factor for compact, high-density installations Operates reliably within typical SAN environments Enables efficient scaling of fibre channel networks This transceiver is typically deployed in data centers where fast storage access and high throughput are critical. It plays a key role in linking servers, switches, and storage arrays without introducing bottlenecks. Users benefit from its straightforward integration and the performance boost it brings to fibre channel fabrics.

Use Cases
The Brocade 128G SW4 Fibre Channel Multi-mode QSFP28 transceiver is typically deployed in data center storage networks where high-speed, low-latency connectivity is critical. It benefits IT professionals managing SAN environments that require rapid data transfers over multimode fiber, especially within enterprise and cloud infrastructure settings. How It's Used: Connecting rack-mounted storage arrays in enterprise data centers to facilitate fast block-level data access. Supporting virtualization environments requiring high throughput for storage traffic aggregation over multimode fiber links. Enabling storage clusters in cloud service provider facilities to maintain low-latency communication between nodes. Integrating into distributed backup systems in medium to large-scale IT infrastructures to speed up data replication tasks. Deploying within high-performance computing (HPC) centers to streamline data exchange between compute nodes and storage appliances. This transceiver enhances operational efficiency by enabling consistent high-bandwidth Fibre Channel connections within existing multimode fiber environments. Its compact QSFP28 format supports scalability in dense network designs, ensuring stable performance for demanding storage workloads.

57-1000331-01 Brocade 128G SW4 Multi-mode QSFP28 100m OM4 Transceiver

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