Brocade J-FXG Foundry JetCore 8-Port mini GBIC Module

Overview
The Brocade Foundry JetCore 8-Port mini GBIC Module (model J-FXG) delivers high density, low power fiber connectivity for modern data center and campus networking environments. Designed to fit into Brocade JetCore switches, this compact mini GBIC provides eight independent 1000Base-SX/LX ports in a single hot-swapable form factor, enabling simplified cable management and scalable bandwidth expansion without sacrificing performance.

Key Features

• Eight independent 1 Gb/s fiber ports in a single mini GBIC package
• Hot-swap capable for zero-downtime upgrades and maintenance
• Low power consumption helps reduce overall rack power budget
• Compact design maximizes port density in space-constrained chassis
• Compatible with Brocade JetCore series switches and other standard mini GBIC slots
• Supports both short-wave (850 nm) and long-wave (1310 nm) multimode fiber

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: J-FXG
• Port Count: 8 x 1000Base-SX/LX
• Interface: Mini GBIC (SFF-8472 compliant)
• Data Rate: 1 Gbps per port
• Supported Media: Multimode fiber (OM1, OM2, OM3, OM4)
• Wavelength: 850 nm (SX) and 1310 nm (LX)
• Maximum Cable Length: Up to 550 meters on OM3 at 850 nm, up to 10 km on single-mode fiber at 1310 nm
• Power Consumption: Approx 2.5 watts total
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 70 deg C
• Dimensions: 0.5 in (12.7 mm) height, 0.9 in (22.9 mm) width, 1.5 in (38.1 mm) depth
• Compliance: RoHS, FCC Part 15 Class B

Typical Applications

• Enterprise campus networks requiring high port density for fiber uplinks
• Data center spine and leaf architectures where space and power efficiency are critical
• High-performance computing clusters that need reliable 1 Gb/s fiber connectivity
• Telecom aggregation points that demand hot-swap capability for continuous operation
• Any Brocade JetCore switch deployment seeking to expand fiber port count without adding additional line cards

By integrating the Brocade Foundry JetCore 8-Port mini GBIC Module, network administrators can achieve a streamlined, scalable solution that maximizes throughput while minimizing physical footprint and power usage.