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HP AK870-63001 4Gb/s SFP 10km 1310nm Duplex LC SMF Transceiver
- Data Rate: 4 Gb/s
- Form Factor: SFP
- Maximum Distance: 10 kilometers (10km)
- Wavelength: 1310nm
- Fiber Type: Single-Mode Fiber (SMF)
- Connector Type: LC Duplex
- Application: Enterprise and data center fiber links
- Hot-pluggable for easy installation and replacement
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Product Overview
The HP AK870-63001 is a 4Gb/s SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) transceiver module designed for long-distance communication over single-mode fiber (SMF). It operates at a wavelength of 1310nm and uses an LC duplex connector, supporting distances up to 10km.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Transceiver Module |
| Data Rate | 4 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | SFP |
| Max Distance | 10km |
Additional Specifications
| Wavelength | 1310nm |
| Fiber Type | Single-Mode |
| Connector | LC Duplex |
Product Description
The HP AK870-63001 is an SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) transceiver module specifically designed for 4Gb/s Fibre Channel or Gigabit Ethernet applications. Its key feature is its capability to transmit data over long distances, up to 10 kilometers, utilizing single-mode fiber (SMF). This makes it ideal for connecting network devices across different buildings, campuses, or longer links within a large enterprise or data center environment where extended reach is necessary. The module operates at a wavelength of 1310nm, which is standard for long-reach single-mode fiber applications. The use of single-mode fiber allows for higher bandwidth and longer transmission distances compared to multimode fiber, as it minimizes signal dispersion. The LC duplex connector is a compact and widely adopted standard for fiber optic connections, ensuring compatibility with a broad range of networking hardware. As a hot-pluggable device, the AK870-63001 can be installed or removed from a network device without interrupting the operation of the rest of the system. This feature is crucial for maintaining network uptime and simplifying maintenance procedures. The transceiver converts electrical signals from the host device into optical signals for transmission over the fiber optic cable and vice versa, playing an essential role in extending network connectivity over significant distances.