EMC MDS-4G-SR 4Gb/s SFP (mini-GBIC) Transceiver

SKU MDS-4G-SR

Brand EMC

4Gb/s Fibre Channel speed
SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) form factor
LC connector for fiber optic cable
Supports shortwave (SR) applications
Hot-pluggable module
Compatible with EMC networking equipment and other SFP-compliant devices

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Key specifications

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Data Rate: 4Gb/s
Form Factor: SFP
Connector Type: LC
Fiber Type: Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF)
Application: Shortwave (SR)
Brand: EMC

Product details

The EMC MDS-4G-SR is a 4Gb/s SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) transceiver module, also known as a mini-GBIC. It is designed for high-speed network connections, typically used in Fibre Channel or Gigabit Ethernet environments to link network devices over fiber optic cables.

Technical Information

Data Rate	4Gb/s
Form Factor	SFP
Connector Type	LC

Additional Specifications

Fiber Type	Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF)
Application	Shortwave (SR)
Brand	EMC

Description

The EMC MDS-4G-SR is a critical component for building high-performance storage area networks (SANs) and enterprise networks. As a 4Gb/s SFP transceiver, it enables reliable and rapid data transmission over fiber optic cabling, connecting switches, servers, and storage arrays. The SFP form factor allows for flexibility and hot-swapping, meaning modules can be replaced or added without powering down the network equipment. This particular module is specified for Shortwave (SR) applications, which typically utilize multi-mode fiber (MMF) optic cables. SR transceivers are designed for shorter distances compared to Longwave (LR) variants, making them ideal for connections within a data center or between adjacent racks. The LC connector is the standard for modern fiber optic connections, offering a secure and compact interface. Compatibility is key with transceivers. While branded by EMC, the MDS-4G-SR is designed to be compliant with the SFP Multi-Source Agreement (MSA), meaning it should function in SFP ports on equipment from various manufacturers, provided the equipment supports the specific speed and protocol. This ensures interoperability within diverse network environments, facilitating seamless integration into existing or new EMC storage solutions and other compatible networking infrastructure.

Condition: Refurbished