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IBM 88Y6417 Brocade 8Gb/s SFP+ Transceiver Module
- Brocade 8Gb/s Fibre Channel SFP+ Transceiver Module.
- Provides optical connectivity for Fibre Channel SANs.
- Supports data rates up to 8.5 Gb/s.
- Utilizes an SFP+ (Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus) form factor.
- Designed for short-reach or intermediate-reach applications (specific range depends on model variant).
- Hot-pluggable for easy installation and replacement without system downtime.
- Compatible with Brocade switches and HBAs, and often IBM branded equipment.
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Product Overview
The IBM 88Y6417 is a Brocade-manufactured 8Gb/s Fibre Channel SFP+ transceiver module. It is designed for use in Fibre Channel SAN environments to provide high-speed optical connectivity between switches, host bus adapters (HBAs), and storage devices.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Transceiver Module |
| Interface | Fibre Channel |
| Speed | 8Gb/s |
| Form Factor | SFP+ |
Additional Specifications
| Connector Type | LC (typically) |
| Manufacturer | Brocade (IBM branded) |
| Part Number | 88Y6417 |
Product Description
The IBM 88Y6417 is a high-performance optical transceiver module manufactured by Brocade, designed specifically for Fibre Channel Storage Area Network (SAN) environments. This module operates at 8Gb/s, providing a robust and reliable connection for data transmission between SAN components such as Fibre Channel switches, host bus adapters (HBAs), and storage arrays. The SFP+ (Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus) form factor ensures a compact and hot-pluggable design, allowing for easy installation and replacement without the need to power down the connected equipment, thereby minimizing network disruption. This transceiver module typically utilizes an LC duplex connector, which is standard for Fibre Channel optics, and is designed for specific optical transmission distances. While the exact specifications for reach (e.g., short-reach SR, long-reach LR) depend on the specific variant, it is engineered to meet the demands of enterprise SAN deployments. Its compatibility is primarily with Brocade networking equipment and HBAs, as well as IBM systems that utilize Brocade technology, ensuring seamless integration within these ecosystems. The 8Gb/s speed offered by the 88Y6417 is crucial for maintaining high levels of performance in storage networks, supporting demanding applications like virtualization, high-transaction databases, and large-scale data processing. By providing a reliable optical link, this transceiver module plays a vital role in the overall health, speed, and availability of the storage infrastructure.
