Name: FTLF8528P3BCV-ID IBM 8Gb FC SFP+ Optical Transceiver 150M Reach
Brand: IBM
SKU: FTLF8528P3BCV-ID
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
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Product Overview
The IBM FTLF8528P3BCV-ID is an 8Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ optical transceiver designed for short-reach connections up to 150 meters. It fits into SFP+ slots and supports 8GFC data rates, making it suitable for Fibre Channel storage area networks requiring optical connectivity over multimode fiber.

General Information
Brand	IBM

Technical Information
Form Factor	SFP+
Media	MMF
Type	VCSEL
Protocols	8GFC
Connector	LC Duplex

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
The IBM FTLF8528P3BCV-ID is an 8 Gigabit Fibre Channel (8GFC) SFP+ optical transceiver designed to provide reliable connectivity in Fibre Channel SAN environments. It is primarily used to enable high-speed data transfer over short distances in storage networking applications. This transceiver module fits into SFP+ slots and supports a maximum transmission distance of 150 meters over multimode fiber, making it suitable for data centers and enterprise storage systems requiring short-reach optical links. Key Features Supports 8Gb Fibre Channel data rates SFP+ form factor compatible with IBM and other vendor hardware Optical reach up to 150 meters on multimode fiber Designed for Fibre Channel SAN environments Low power consumption and compact design The IBM 8Gb FC SFP+ transceiver serves as a vital component in maintaining efficient fiber channel storage area networks by providing the necessary optical interface for short-distance data transmission. Its compatibility with standard SFP+ ports helps ensure seamless integration into existing infrastructures.

Use Cases
This IBM 8Gb FC SFP+ transceiver is typically deployed in enterprise storage area networks, data centers, and server environments where short-distance fiber optic connectivity is needed. It supports workloads involving storage traffic and data backup operations. How It's Used: Connecting Fibre Channel switches and storage arrays within data centers Providing 8Gb optical links for SAN deployments requiring up to 150 meters reach Enabling high-speed data transfer between servers and storage devices Replacing or upgrading existing transceivers in compatible SFP+ ports Facilitating short-distance fiber optic connections in multimode fiber environments These use cases illustrate the role of this transceiver as a core optical component in maintaining data center and enterprise storage network connectivity, specifically where short-reach 8Gb FC links are necessary.

FAQ's
What fiber type does the IBM FTLF8528P3BCV-ID support? This transceiver supports multimode fiber for optical connections, suitable for short-distance data transmission up to 150 meters. Can this transceiver fit into non-IBM SFP+ ports? The module is designed for SFP+ slots; however, compatibility depends on the specific hardware vendor and model requirements. What is the maximum data rate supported by the FTLF8528P3BCV-ID? It supports an 8 Gigabit per second data rate compliant with Fibre Channel 8GFC standards. Is this transceiver suitable for long-distance connections? No, it is intended for short-reach applications with a maximum transmission distance of 150 meters. Does the FTLF8528P3BCV-ID support Fibre Channel protocols? Yes, it is specifically designed to operate within Fibre Channel storage area networks. What form factor does this optical transceiver use? The transceiver uses the Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus (SFP+) interface standard for installation into compatible ports.

FTLF8528P3BCV-ID IBM 8Gb FC SFP+ Optical Transceiver 150M Reach

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