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IBM 88Y6394 Brocade 16Gb/s SFP+ Transceiver Module
- Data Rate: 16Gb/s Fibre Channel
- Form Factor: SFP+ (Enhanced Small Form-factor Pluggable)
- Brand: Brocade (for IBM)
- Connector Type: LC Duplex
- Wavelength: Typically 850nm (for short-reach)
- Media Type: Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF)
- Maximum Distance: Up to 100 meters (for 16Gb/s SR)
- Hot-pluggable for easy installation
- Designed for SAN and enterprise networking
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Key specifications
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- 88Y6394
- Data Rate
- 16Gb/s
- Standard
- Fibre Channel
- Form Factor
- SFP+
- Connector
- LC Duplex
- Wavelength
- 850nm (typical)
Product details
The IBM 88Y6394 is a Brocade 16Gb/s SFP+ Transceiver Module. It is designed for high-speed Fibre Channel networking, commonly used in Storage Area Networks (SANs) to connect servers, switches, and storage arrays.
Technical Information
| Part Number | 88Y6394 |
| Data Rate | 16Gb/s |
| Standard | Fibre Channel |
| Form Factor | SFP+ |
Additional Specifications
| Connector | LC Duplex |
| Wavelength | 850nm (typical) |
| Fiber Type | Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF) |
| Max Distance | 100m (SR) |
Description
The IBM 88Y6394 is a high-performance SFP+ (Enhanced Small Form-factor Pluggable) transceiver module, specifically designed for 16 Gigabit Fibre Channel (16GFC) applications. Manufactured by Brocade for IBM, this module is a critical component for building robust and high-speed Storage Area Networks (SANs). It enables reliable data transmission between servers, Fibre Channel switches, and storage devices, ensuring low latency and high throughput for demanding enterprise storage environments. This transceiver operates at a wavelength of 850nm and is intended for use with Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF) optic cables, making it suitable for short-reach connections within a data center. The 16Gb/s speed offers significant performance improvements over previous generations, supporting more intensive workloads and faster data access. It utilizes an LC duplex connector, providing a secure and standard physical interface for fiber optic connections. The SFP+ form factor allows it to be plugged into compatible switches and host bus adapters (HBAs). As a hot-pluggable module, the 88Y6394 can be installed or replaced without powering down the network equipment, which is essential for maintaining continuous operation in critical SAN environments. Its compatibility with Brocade and IBM infrastructure ensures seamless integration and adherence to industry standards for performance and reliability. This transceiver is key to optimizing storage network performance and supporting the growing demands of modern data centers.
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