Name: FTLF8536P5BNL-IT Intel 25Gbps SFP28 SR Ethernet Optical Transceiver
Brand: Intel
SKU: FTLF8536P5BNL-IT
Price: 74.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Intel FTLF8536P5BNL-IT Ethernet SFP28 SR Optical Transceiver provides 25Gbps short-range optical connectivity mainly used in data center environments. It fits into systems requiring high-speed, low-latency links over multimode fiber, making it a reliable choice for network upgrades and expansions.

General Information
Brand	Intel
Part Number	FTLF8536P5BNL-IT

Technical Information
Form Factor	SFP28
Media	MMF
Power Consumption	Typical 1.0 W; Max 1.2 W
Protocols	25GBASE-SR (25GbE), IEEE 802.3by; wavelength 850 nm; reach: up to 100 m on OM4, ~70 m on OM3; SFP28 compliant
Connector	LC Duplex
DOM Support	Yes

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
The Intel FTLF8536P5BNL-IT is an Ethernet SFP28 SR optical transceiver designed to handle 25 Gigabit per second data transmission over short distances. It's commonly used in data centers and high-performance networking environments where fast, reliable connections are essential. Built to support short-range multimode fiber links, this transceiver is often found in switches, servers, and storage systems that require efficient and cost-effective optical connectivity. Network engineers and IT professionals benefit from its plug-and-play design and compatibility with a broad range of hardware. Key Features Supports 25Gbps data rates with SFP28 interface Optimized for short-range multimode fiber up to 100 meters Meets IEEE 802.3by Ethernet standards for interoperability Low power usage helps reduce overall system consumption Hot-swappable for easy maintenance and upgrades This transceiver is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise networks where space and power efficiency matter. It enables smooth, high-speed connections within racks or across nearby equipment. Its role is crucial in scaling network capacity while keeping physical infrastructure manageable.

Use Cases
The Intel FTLF8536P5BNL-IT SFP28 SR transceiver is primarily deployed in high-density data center environments where 25Gbps short-range optical connectivity is essential. It is ideal for IT infrastructure teams managing server-to-switch and switch-to-switch links within rack and row-level topologies over multimode fiber. How It's Used: Connecting top-of-rack switches to servers in cloud data centers requiring low-latency performance. Enabling high-speed uplinks between aggregation switches within enterprise campus networks. Supporting storage area network (SAN) fabrics that demand reliable 25Gbps fiber interconnects over short distances. Implementing virtualized network overlays that require scalable, high-bandwidth optical links in hyper-converged infrastructure deployments. Facilitating edge computing nodes with limited space and power budgets by providing hot-swappable, low-power 25Gbps fiber connectivity. This transceiver enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent 25Gbps optical performance over multimode fiber while enabling easy scalability. Its compatibility with IEEE standards and hot-swappable design simplifies network expansion and maintenance in dynamic IT environments.

FTLF8536P5BNL-IT Intel 25Gbps SFP28 SR Ethernet Optical Transceiver

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