IBM 94Y8478 8Gb/s 150m Short Wave SFP mini-GBIC Transceiver Module

SKU 94Y8478

Brand IBM

8Gbps Fibre Channel Speed
SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) Interface
Multi-mode Fiber (MMF) support
Wavelength: 850nm
Connector Type: LC Duplex
Designed for short-reach SAN applications

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Key specifications

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Product Type: SFP Transceiver Module
Data Rate: 8Gbps
Interface: Fibre Channel
Fiber Type: Multi-mode
Wavelength: 850nm
Connector: LC Duplex

Product details

The IBM 94Y8478 is an 8Gbps Fibre Channel SFP transceiver module, also known as a mini-GBIC. It supports short-wave multi-mode fiber connections for SAN connectivity.

Technical Information

Product Type	SFP Transceiver Module
Data Rate	8Gbps
Interface	Fibre Channel
Fiber Type	Multi-mode

Additional Specifications

Wavelength	850nm
Connector	LC Duplex
Form Factor	SFP / mini-GBIC

Description

The IBM 94Y8478 is an SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) transceiver module, also referred to as a mini-GBIC, designed for 8Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity. This module is essential for building high-performance Storage Area Networks (SANs), enabling efficient data transfer between servers and storage devices. Operating at a wavelength of 850nm and supporting multi-mode fiber optics, this transceiver is optimized for short-reach applications within data centers. The SFP form factor ensures compatibility with a wide range of SAN switches and host bus adapters (HBAs) that support the 8Gbps Fibre Channel standard. The 94Y8478 provides a reliable and cost-effective solution for upgrading or expanding SAN infrastructure. The LC duplex connector ensures a secure physical connection for the fiber optic link. This module plays a crucial role in ensuring fast and dependable access to storage resources for enterprise applications.

Condition: Refurbished