Name: P9H32A HPE 32GB 32GFC Fibre Channel SFP+ Shortwave Transceiver
Brand: HPE
SKU: P9H32A
Price: 94.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE P9H32A B-Series 32GB Fibre Channel shortwave SFP+ transceiver is a compact module designed to enable fast, stable storage network connections. It fits into B-Series switches and is used where short-distance, high-speed fibre channel links are required, commonly in data centers managing large-scale storage resources.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	P9H32A

Technical Information
Form Factor	SFP+
Media	MMF
Type	VCSEL
Protocols	32G Fibre Channel
Connector	LC Duplex
DOM Support	Yes

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This HPE P9H32A B-Series 32GB Fibre Channel shortwave SFP+ transceiver is engineered to provide fast, dependable connectivity for storage area networks. It is commonly used in data centers to link storage arrays and servers, facilitating efficient data exchange and backup operations. Built for enterprise environments, it suits network administrators and IT professionals managing high-performance SAN infrastructures. The module’s shortwave design allows for optimal reach within rack or row distances, making it ideal for dense, high-speed setups. Key Features Delivers data rates up to 32 Gbps for high-throughput applications Works seamlessly with HPE B-Series Fibre Channel switches Shortwave optics tailored for typical data center cable runs Low latency performance to support demanding storage workloads Hot-pluggable design aids in easy maintenance and upgrades Typically seen in enterprise SAN environments, this transceiver helps maintain smooth data flow between critical storage and compute resources. Its role is vital in setups where speed and reliability directly impact business operations and data integrity.

Use Cases
The HPE P9H32A 32GB Fibre Channel SFP+ transceiver is commonly deployed in data center environments where high-speed, low-latency SAN connectivity is critical. It is particularly suited for enterprise IT teams managing storage networks requiring short-distance, high-throughput links between storage arrays and switches. How It's Used: Connecting storage arrays to HPE B-Series switches in virtualization environments to ensure rapid data access and backup. Implementing high-performance storage clusters in enterprise data centers supporting mission-critical applications. Enhancing SAN fabric performance in rack deployments where dense, shortwave fiber connections streamline infrastructure. Supporting large-scale database servers requiring consistent 32 Gbps data transfer for analytics workloads. Facilitating low-latency block storage communications in cloud service provider facilities. By leveraging this transceiver, organizations can maintain scalable and efficient storage networks optimized for demanding workloads. Its compatibility with HPE B-Series switches also helps streamline network management while ensuring reliable, high-bandwidth connectivity.

P9H32A HPE 32GB 32GFC Fibre Channel SFP+ Shortwave Transceiver

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