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IBM 88Y6833 mini-GBIC Transceiver
- Type: mini-GBIC Transceiver
- Interface: SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable)
- Functionality: Adds Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
- Connector Type: Varies (commonly LC Duplex for fiber, RJ-45 for copper)
- Media Type: Supports Fiber (MMF/SMF) or Copper, depending on specific variant
- Designed for IBM networking equipment
- Hot-pluggable
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Product Overview
The IBM 88Y6833 is identified as a mini-GBIC (Gigabit Interface Converter) transceiver. This type of module provides a flexible way to add Gigabit Ethernet connectivity to network devices via a standard GBIC slot, typically using an SFP interface.
Technical Information
| Product Type | mini-GBIC Transceiver |
| Interface | SFP |
| Data Rate | Gigabit Ethernet (1Gb/s) |
Additional Specifications
| Manufacturer | IBM |
| Form Factor | mini-GBIC |
Product Description
The IBM 88Y6833 is a mini-GBIC transceiver, which serves as an interface converter that allows a network device with a GBIC (Gigabit Interface Converter) slot to accept an SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) module. This provides flexibility in network design, enabling administrators to choose the appropriate transceiver type (fiber optic or copper) based on the required distance and media. As a mini-GBIC, it essentially adapts the physical interface of an SFP module to fit into a GBIC slot. This means that the actual optical or electrical interface (e.g., LC duplex for fiber, RJ-45 for copper) and its specifications (wavelength, distance) depend on the specific SFP module that is inserted into the 88Y6833. This type of transceiver is designed for use with IBM networking equipment that features GBIC ports. It facilitates the addition of Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, allowing for network expansion or upgrades. The hot-pluggable nature of SFP modules means that the 88Y6833, when used with an SFP, also supports hot-swapping, enabling network maintenance without service interruption.