NetApp X1949A Copper To Fibre Media Converter for 4X IB cable

SKU X1949A

Brand NetApp

Copper to Fibre Media Converter.
Designed for use with 4X IB (InfiniBand) cables.
Enables connection of copper-based interfaces to fiber optic networks.
Supports high-speed data transfer rates.
Optimized for NetApp storage environments.
Facilitates SAN connectivity and expansion.

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Key specifications

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Interface: Copper to Fibre
Compatibility: 4X IB cable
Application: Storage Area Network (SAN)
Vendor: NetApp

Product details

The NetApp X1949A is a media converter specifically designed to bridge copper connections to fiber optic interfaces for high-speed data transfer, particularly within storage area networks (SANs). It facilitates the connection of devices using copper cabling to fiber optic infrastructure, enhancing performance and reach.

Technical Information

Interface	Copper to Fibre
Compatibility	4X IB cable

Additional Specifications

Application	Storage Area Network (SAN)
Vendor	NetApp

Description

The NetApp X1949A media converter is a specialized hardware component engineered to facilitate the integration of copper-based network interfaces with fiber optic infrastructure, primarily within NetApp's storage solutions. Its design is tailored to support the high-bandwidth requirements of storage area networks (SANs) and specifically addresses the need to connect devices utilizing 4X InfiniBand (IB) cabling to fiber optic links. This conversion is critical for extending the reach of storage networks, improving performance, and enhancing the overall flexibility of data center architectures. By converting signals between copper and fiber, the X1949A allows organizations to leverage the benefits of fiber optics, such as increased bandwidth, longer transmission distances, and immunity to electromagnetic interference, while still utilizing existing copper infrastructure or specific copper-based interfaces like those found in certain InfiniBand configurations. This is particularly important in high-performance computing environments and large-scale data centers where data throughput and network reliability are paramount. The converter is designed to be a seamless part of the NetApp ecosystem, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance with NetApp storage arrays and networking components. Its implementation helps in building robust and scalable SANs, enabling efficient data access and management for critical business applications. The specific support for 4X IB cable indicates its role in high-speed interconnectivity scenarios within these storage environments.

Condition: Refurbished