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IBM 21H9797 Networking Gbic Module
- GBIC (Gigabit Interface Converter) form factor
- Provides network connectivity
- Modular transceiver design
- Used in compatible IBM networking hardware
- Supports specific network protocols and speeds (details vary by specific model variant)
- Hot-swappable for ease of maintenance
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- GBIC Module
- Form Factor
- GBIC
- Interface
- Modular
Product details
The IBM 21H9797 is a networking GBIC module, a type of transceiver used in older networking equipment. It provides network connectivity through a modular interface.
Technical Information
| Product Type | GBIC Module |
| Form Factor | GBIC |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | Modular |
Description
The IBM 21H9797 is a GBIC (Gigabit Interface Converter) module, which represents an older generation of pluggable network interface modules. GBICs were commonly used in networking switches and routers to provide flexible and modular network connectivity. This particular module is designed to be inserted into a compatible GBIC slot on IBM networking hardware, allowing for the connection of network cables, typically fiber optic or copper, depending on the specific GBIC variant. As a transceiver, the GBIC module converts electrical signals to optical signals (for fiber) or vice versa, enabling data transmission over various network media. The 21H9797 would have been specified for particular network speeds, wavelengths, and fiber types, such as Gigabit Ethernet or Fibre Channel, depending on the exact model and its intended application. Its modular nature allowed network administrators to easily change or upgrade network interfaces without replacing the entire networking device. While GBICs have largely been superseded by newer form factors like SFP and QSFP, they were instrumental in the development of high-speed networking. The IBM 21H9797 signifies a component from that era, providing a specific interface solution for IBM's legacy networking infrastructure. Its primary function was to offer a standardized way to connect networking equipment to the broader network, supporting the data transfer needs of its time.
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