Name: 720999-002 HPE 16GB Short WAVE Fibre Channel SFP+ Transceiver 4 Pack
Brand: HPE
SKU: 720999-002
Price: 300.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE 720999-002 MSA 2040 16GB Short WAVE Fibre Channel SFP+ 4 Pack Transceiver enables fast and efficient storage network connections tailored for HPE MSA systems. It fits into SAN environments where short-distance, high-speed data transfer between storage devices and servers is needed, ensuring smooth operation of storage services.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	720999-002

Technical Information
Form Factor	SFP+
Media	MMF
Type	VCSEL
Protocols	Fibre Channel (16G)
Connector	LC Duplex

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
These transceivers are designed to facilitate fast and stable connectivity between storage arrays and servers using Fibre Channel protocols. Often found in enterprise data centers and storage environments, they ensure seamless data flow for critical storage applications. IT professionals and storage administrators rely on these modules to maintain efficient SAN communication. Key Features Supports 16Gbps Fibre Channel speeds for high-performance data transfer Uses short wavelength optics tailored for short-distance connections within storage fabrics Works specifically with HPE MSA 2040 storage arrays ensuring compatibility Enables multiple port expansion with a pack of four transceivers Offers low power consumption and stable signal integrity These transceivers are typically deployed in storage area networks where data transfer rates and reliability are critical. They provide consistent performance for backup, archiving, and transactional workloads without interrupting operations. Real-world use includes connecting storage shelves to servers in mid-sized enterprise infrastructures.

Use Cases
The HPE 720999-002 MSA 2040 16GB Short WAVE Fibre Channel SFP+ 4 Pack Transceiver is typically implemented in mid-sized data centers and enterprise storage environments requiring high-bandwidth, low-latency connections over short distances. IT teams managing HPE MSA 2040 storage arrays benefit most from these transceivers to ensure optimized SAN performance and seamless integration within existing Fibre Channel fabrics. How It's Used: Connecting HPE MSA 2040 storage arrays to SAN switches in enterprise data centers for block-level storage access. Supporting virtualization clusters in SMB environments where high-speed storage throughput is critical. Deploying in rack-mounted storage setups requiring short-distance, high-bandwidth interconnects to reduce latency. Enabling storage networking for database servers demanding consistent Fibre Channel connectivity in medium-sized IT infrastructures. Facilitating disaster recovery sites that mirror storage data with low-latency links between on-premises and colocation facilities. By delivering reliable short wave Fibre Channel connectivity, these transceivers help maintain consistent storage throughput and scalability. They support efficient SAN operations by providing robust links tailored to the specific needs of HPE MSA storage systems in controlled data center environments.

720999-002 HPE 16GB Short WAVE Fibre Channel SFP+ Transceiver 4 Pack

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