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90Y9403 IBM 8GB 8GFC Fibre Channel SFP Transceiver up to 10km

SKU:
90Y9403
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 8GB Fibre Channel SFP transceiver for high-speed data transfer
  • Compatible with IBM storage systems and switches
  • Hot-pluggable small form-factor pluggable design
  • Supports long-distance connections up to 10 km
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$59.00

Product Overview

The IBM 8GB Gbic SFP Transceiver provides reliable fibre channel connectivity tailored for IBM storage and networking equipment. It fits into small form-factor slots and supports extended distances, making it a practical choice for enterprise SAN environments.

General Information

Brand IBM
Part Number 90Y9403
Alternate Part Number 90Y9403-02-CT

Technical Information

Form Factor SFP+
Media MMF
Type VCSEL
Protocols 8Gbps Fibre Channel (8GFC)
Connector LC Duplex

Physical Characteristics

Weight 5.00
Condition Refurbished


Product Description

This IBM 8GB Gbic SFP transceiver is designed to enable fast and reliable fibre channel connectivity. It's commonly used in data centers and enterprise storage networks where dependable high-speed links are essential.

Built for IT professionals managing SAN environments, it integrates seamlessly with IBM hardware, providing efficient data transmission and simplified network upgrades. Its small form factor and hot-pluggable design make installation and maintenance straightforward.

Key Features

  • Delivers 8Gbps Fibre Channel speeds for data-intensive applications
  • Compatible with a broad range of IBM storage arrays and switches
  • Hot-swappable to minimize downtime during replacements
  • Supports distances up to 10 kilometers for flexible deployment
  • Compact SFP format fits into standard transceiver slots

This transceiver is often found in enterprise SAN setups, helping maintain consistent and fast connectivity between storage devices and servers. It plays a crucial role in supporting backup, recovery, and high-performance storage tasks by ensuring stable fiber optic links.


Use Cases

The IBM 8GB 8GFC Fibre Channel SFP Transceiver is primarily deployed in enterprise storage area networks (SANs) requiring high-throughput and low-latency connectivity. It benefits IT professionals managing IBM storage arrays and switches who need reliable, scalable fiber channel links over extended distances, particularly in data center and colocation environments.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting IBM storage clusters across large data centers to ensure high-speed, lossless SAN communication.
  • Enabling virtualization environments that demand robust and scalable fibre channel links for storage traffic.
  • Supporting disaster recovery setups by linking remote storage sites up to 10 km apart.
  • Facilitating edge computing nodes requiring extended fibre channel connections to central storage arrays.
  • Integrating IBM switch fabrics in enterprise IT infrastructures to optimize data flow and minimize downtime.

This transceiver supports operational efficiency by maintaining consistent data transfer performance across varying distances while allowing seamless scalability within fiber channel SANs. Its compatibility with IBM hardware ensures streamlined deployment and maintenance in complex storage environments.


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90Y9403 IBM 8GB 8GFC Fibre Channel SFP Transceiver up to 10km
90Y9403 IBM 8GB 8GFC Fibre Channel SFP Transceiver up to 10km
$59.00