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IBM 45W0497 4Gb/s 4GBase-LW SFP Mini GBIC Transceiver Module
- 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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Product Overview
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 |
Product 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.

