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HPE R6L84A Smartoptics D510 32/16G-DWDM 10km SFP28 Transceiver Module
- Smartoptics D510 module
- 32/16G Fibre Channel speeds supported
- DWDM (Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing) technology
- 10km transmission distance
- SFP28 form factor
- Duplex LC connector
- Designed for single-mode fiber (SMF)
- Enables high-density, long-reach SAN connectivity
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Transceiver Module
- Brand
- HPE / Smartoptics
- Model
- D510
- Form Factor
- SFP28
- Speed
- 32GFC / 16GFC
- Wavelength
- DWDM (Specific channel not listed, but implied by DWDM)
Product details
The HPE R6L84A is a Smartoptics D510 module, specifically a 32/16G-DWDM SFP28 transceiver designed for 10km transmission over single-mode fiber. This module enables high-speed, long-reach connectivity for storage area networks (SANs) and data center interconnects, utilizing Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) technology for increased fiber capacity.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Transceiver Module |
| Brand | HPE / Smartoptics |
| Model | D510 |
| Form Factor | SFP28 |
| Speed | 32GFC / 16GFC |
Additional Specifications
| Wavelength | DWDM (Specific channel not listed, but implied by DWDM) |
| Distance | 10 km |
| Fiber Type | Single-Mode Fiber (SMF) |
| Connector | Duplex LC |
Description
The HPE R6L84A, manufactured by Smartoptics as part of their D510 series, is an advanced transceiver module designed for high-performance storage area network (SAN) and data center interconnect applications. This module utilizes the SFP28 form factor, which supports data rates of both 32Gbps and 16Gbps Fibre Channel, providing backward compatibility and flexibility for evolving storage infrastructure. Its key feature is the integration of Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) technology, which allows multiple data channels to be transmitted simultaneously over a single strand of optical fiber by using different wavelengths of light. This significantly increases the fiber capacity and reduces the need for additional fiber cabling. The R6L84A is engineered for extended reach, capable of transmitting data up to 10 kilometers over single-mode fiber optic cable. This makes it an ideal solution for connecting geographically dispersed data centers, extending SANs across campuses, or linking high-performance computing clusters that require reliable, high-bandwidth communication over longer distances. The module employs a Duplex LC connector, a standard interface for fiber optic connections, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of SAN switches and network equipment that support SFP28 DWDM transceivers. This module represents a sophisticated approach to modern storage networking, offering both high speed and enhanced spectral efficiency through DWDM. By leveraging the Smartoptics D510 platform, the HPE R6L84A provides a robust, reliable, and scalable solution for enterprises demanding high availability and performance from their storage infrastructure. Its ability to support multiple channels on a single fiber makes it a cost-effective choice for expanding network capacity without the expense of laying new fiber optic infrastructure.
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