HP C8R24AR MSA 2040 16Gb/s 16GBase-SW Fibre Channel SFP+ Transceiver

Description

The HP C8R24AR is a Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus (SFP+) transceiver module specifically engineered for 16 Gigabit Fibre Channel (16Gb FC) applications. This module is crucial for establishing high-speed, reliable connections within Storage Area Networks (SANs), enabling efficient data transfer between servers and storage arrays. Its 16Gb/s capability significantly boosts performance compared to older 8Gb or 4Gb FC technologies, reducing latency and improving application responsiveness. This particular transceiver adheres to the 16GBase-SW standard, indicating its suitability for short-wavelength optical communication over multi-mode fiber. It is designed to be hot-swappable, allowing for installation or replacement without interrupting network operations, a critical feature for maintaining high availability in enterprise environments. The SFP+ form factor ensures broad compatibility with a wide range of networking and storage equipment that supports this standard. The C8R24AR is explicitly listed as compatible with the HP MSA 2040 storage system, making it an ideal choice for users of this platform seeking to upgrade or expand their SAN infrastructure. By providing a robust 16Gb FC link, this transceiver facilitates faster data access, improved backup and recovery times, and enhanced overall storage performance, supporting the demanding workloads of modern businesses.

Condition: Refurbished