IBM 45W0497 4Gb/s 4GBase-LW SFP Mini GBIC Transceiver Module

SKU 45W0497

Brand IBM

Supports 8 Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity for high-performance storage networking
Short Wave (SW) optical technology optimized for multi-mode fiber (MMF) applications
Hot-swappable SFP+ form factor allows for seamless installation and maintenance without system downtime
Fully compatible with IBM System Storage and Brocade-based SAN b-type switches

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Key specifications

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Form Factor: SFP+
Data Rate: 8 Gbps
Wavelength: 850 nm
Connector: LC Duplex
Cable Type: Multi-mode Fiber (MMF)
Max Distance: 150m @ OM3 / 190m @ OM4

Product details

The IBM 45W0497 is an 8Gbps SFP+ Short Wave (SW) optical transceiver designed for high-speed data storage and networking environments. It provides reliable fiber optic connectivity for IBM System Storage and SAN switches, supporting data transfer rates up to 8.5 Gbps over multi-mode fiber.

Technical Information

Form Factor	SFP+
Data Rate	8 Gbps
Wavelength	850 nm
Connector	LC Duplex

Additional Specifications

Cable Type	Multi-mode Fiber (MMF)
Max Distance	150m @ OM3 / 190m @ OM4
Interface	Fibre Channel

Description

The 45W0497 8Gb SFP+ SW Optical Transceiver is a high-performance module engineered for enterprise-level Fibre Channel applications. Operating at a nominal wavelength of 850nm, it is compliant with SFF-8431 and SFF-8432 standards. This transceiver is specifically validated for use in IBM SAN b-type switches and directors, ensuring maximum signal integrity and low latency in mission-critical data center environments.

Condition: Refurbished