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IBM 41Y8596-02-UK 4Gb/s 4GBase-SW 850nm 550m SFP Transceiver
- 4Gb/s data rate.
- SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) transceiver.
- Fibre Channel application support.
- Multimode Fiber (MMF) support.
- Maximum transmission distance of 550m.
- Operates at a wavelength of 850nm.
- Hot-pluggable module.
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Product Overview
The IBM 41Y8596-02-UK is a 4Gb/s SFP transceiver designed for Fibre Channel applications. It supports short-reach multimode fiber connections up to 550m at an 850nm wavelength.
Technical Information
| Product Type | SFP Transceiver |
| Data Rate | 4Gb/s |
| Fiber Type | Multimode Fiber (MMF) |
| Connector Type | LC (Duplex assumed for SFP) |
Additional Specifications
| Maximum Distance | 550m |
| Wavelength | 850nm |
| Application | Fibre Channel |
| Form Factor | SFP |
Product Description
The IBM 41Y8596-02-UK is a Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) transceiver module designed for 4 Gigabit Fibre Channel (4GFC) networking. This module is intended for use in storage area networks (SANs) and other Fibre Channel environments, providing reliable connectivity over multimode fiber (MMF) optic cables. It is optimized for short-reach applications, supporting distances of up to 550 meters, which is a common requirement for connecting devices within a data center or across multiple floors. The transceiver operates at a wavelength of 850nm, which is standard for short-wavelength optical communications over multimode fiber. It typically features a Duplex LC connector, ensuring a secure and robust physical connection. The 550m reach capability over MMF at 4Gb/s makes it a versatile option for various SAN topologies. As an SFP module, the 41Y8596-02-UK is hot-pluggable. This allows network administrators to install or remove the module from compatible Fibre Channel switches, host bus adapters (HBAs), or other networking equipment without interrupting network traffic. This hot-swappable functionality is critical for maintaining high availability and simplifying network maintenance and upgrades. The '-UK' suffix might indicate a specific region or packaging, but the core technical specifications remain consistent for the transceiver's function.
