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IBM 23L3208 1Gb/s 1000GBase SFP GBIC Optical Transceiver
- Form Factor: SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable)
- Data Rate: 1 Gb/s
- Standard: 1000GBase (likely 1000Base-SX or 1000Base-LX)
- Interface: Optical Transceiver
- Connector Type: Likely LC Duplex (common for SFP)
- Application: Gigabit Ethernet networking
- Designed for short to medium distances
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Key specifications
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- SFP Transceiver Module
- Data Rate
- 1 Gb/s
- Standard
- 1000GBase
- Interface
- Optical
Product details
The IBM 23L3208 is a 1Gb/s 1000GBase SFP GBIC Optical Transceiver. This title appears to be a conflation of SFP and GBIC form factors, but it is most likely an SFP module for Gigabit Ethernet.
Technical Information
| Product Type | SFP Transceiver Module |
| Data Rate | 1 Gb/s |
Additional Specifications
| Standard | 1000GBase |
| Interface | Optical |
Description
The IBM 23L3208 is presented as a 1Gb/s optical transceiver module intended for Gigabit Ethernet applications. The title's mention of both 'SFP' and 'GBIC' is somewhat contradictory, as these are distinct form factors. However, SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) is the more modern and prevalent standard for 1Gb/s Ethernet transceivers, so it is highly probable that this module adheres to the SFP specification. The '1000GBase' designation indicates its role in Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. This transceiver is designed to convert electrical signals into optical signals for transmission over fiber optic cables and vice versa. It supports data rates of 1 Gigabit per second, making it suitable for a wide range of enterprise networking needs, including connecting switches, routers, and servers. The specific type of 1000GBase standard (e.g., 1000Base-SX for multimode fiber or 1000Base-LX for single-mode fiber) would determine its operational wavelength and maximum transmission distance. Given the commonality of LC connectors with SFP modules, it is likely that the 23L3208 features an LC duplex connector for its fiber optic interface. This ensures a secure and reliable connection. The module's pluggable nature allows for easy installation and replacement, providing flexibility in network design and maintenance. It serves as a critical component for enabling high-speed wired network communication.
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