Name: XBR-000228 Brocade 4x16G FC SWL QSFP Transceiver 50m
Brand: Brocade
SKU: XBR-000228
Price: 39.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Brocade XBR-000228 4x16G FC SWL QSFP 50m Transceiver enables short-range high-speed Fibre Channel connections, mainly in storage area networks. It fits into QSFP ports on switches or host bus adapters, converting signals to ensure efficient data transmission over multimode fiber. This module is often integrated into enterprise storage setups where maintaining fast, reliable links between servers and storage devices is critical.

General Information
Brand	Brocade
Part Number	XBR-000228

Technical Information
Form Factor	QSFP+
Media	MMF
Type	VCSEL
Protocols	4x16G FC,16G Fibre Channel
Connector	MTP/MPO
DOM Support	No

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This Brocade XBR-000228 transceiver is designed to deliver reliable 16G Fibre Channel connectivity across short distances. Built for data centers and storage networks, it facilitates fast storage area network (SAN) communications by converting electrical signals to optical signals. Often found in enterprise environments and SAN switches, this device helps maintain seamless communication between servers and storage arrays. IT professionals and network administrators commonly use it to support high-performance storage networking requiring low latency and high throughput. Key Features Enables 4-lane 16G Fibre Channel connections for increased bandwidth Operates on short-wave laser technology optimized for up to 50 meters reach Works with OM3 and OM4 multimode fiber cables Hot-swappable design simplifies maintenance and upgrades Ensures data integrity with built-in diagnostics and monitoring Typically deployed within SAN fabrics in data centers, this transceiver supports rapid data transfers essential for storage virtualization and backup operations. Its compatibility with Brocade switches makes it a reliable choice for environments prioritizing uptime and performance.

Use Cases
The Brocade XBR-000228 4x16G FC SWL QSFP Transceiver is predominantly utilized in data center environments that require short-range, high-throughput Fibre Channel connectivity. It benefits enterprise IT teams managing storage area networks where rapid, reliable data transfer between servers and storage arrays is critical. How It's Used: Connecting enterprise storage clusters in data centers to optimize high-speed data replication and backup workloads. Facilitating virtualized server environments requiring low-latency access to shared SAN resources. Supporting storage area network switches in rack deployments for streamlined server-to-storage communication. Enabling edge computing setups where short-distance, high-bandwidth Fibre Channel links maintain local storage performance. Integrating with host bus adapters in blade server configurations to ensure consistent 16G FC connectivity for intensive transactional applications. This transceiver supports operational efficiency by providing reliable, high-bandwidth links over multimode fiber, which helps maintain scalable and consistent SAN performance in complex infrastructure environments. Its hot-pluggable design aids in reducing downtime during maintenance or upgrades, aligning with dynamic data center demands.

XBR-000228 Brocade 4x16G FC SWL QSFP Transceiver 50m

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