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98Y2178 IBM 16Gb/s Long Wave Fibre Channel 10km SFP+ Transceiver

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98Y2178

Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • High-speed 16Gb/s Fibre Channel data transfer
  • Long wave SFP+ transceiver supporting distances up to 10km
  • Optimized for high-performance storage and networking environments
  • Compact form factor compatible with standard SFP+ ports
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$79.00
Product Overview

The 98Y2178 IBM 16Gb/s Long Wave Fibre Channel 10km SFP+ Transceiver provides robust data transfer capabilities over extended fiber optic links. Its design fits within standard SFP+ slots, offering a straightforward upgrade path for high-speed storage and networking connections that require distance coverage beyond typical short-range modules.

General Information
Brand IBM
Technical Information
Form Factor SFP+
Media SMF
Type DFB
Protocols Fibre Channel (16Gb/s)
Connector LC Duplex
DOM Support Yes
Physical Characteristics
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished


Product Description

This 16Gb/s Long Wave Fibre Channel SFP+ Transceiver is designed to deliver reliable and fast data transmission over long distances, extending up to 10 kilometers. It is commonly found in storage area networks and enterprise data centers where high bandwidth and signal integrity are critical.

Built for IT professionals managing fiber optic infrastructure, this transceiver supports seamless integration with compatible switches and storage systems. Its high-speed capabilities help maintain throughput and reduce latency in demanding environments.

Key Features

  • Supports 16Gb/s Fibre Channel speeds for efficient data handling
  • Facilitates transmission up to 10 kilometers using long wave technology
  • Compatible with SFP+ interface for easy deployment
  • Ensures low power consumption and stable signal performance
  • Designed to withstand rigorous data center environments

The transceiver plays a vital role in ensuring consistent network connectivity across extended distances. Its dependable performance and compatibility make it a practical choice for maintaining high network uptime.

With its balanced design focused on speed and distance, it offers a straightforward solution for scaling fiber channel links without sacrificing reliability or efficiency.


Use Cases

This transceiver is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and SAN environments where long-distance, high-bandwidth connectivity is needed between storage arrays and switches. It benefits environments requiring reliable fiber channel links over extended reaches without compromising speed.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting storage devices and switches in large-scale SANs across multiple racks
  • Supporting data replication between data centers separated by several kilometers
  • Enabling high-speed links in virtualization clusters requiring low latency
  • Facilitating long-distance fiber channel connections in enterprise IT infrastructures
  • Extending fiber links within campus-wide storage networks

By supporting extended reach and 16Gb/s speed, this transceiver helps maintain consistent throughput and network resilience, supporting operational efficiency in demanding network and storage architectures.


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98Y2178 IBM 16Gb/s Long Wave Fibre Channel 10km SFP+ Transceiver
98Y2178 IBM 16Gb/s Long Wave Fibre Channel 10km SFP+ Transceiver
$79.00