HP QK724A B-Series 16GB SFP+short Wave Transceiver

Overview
The HP B-Series 16GB SFP+ short wave transceiver (model QK724A) delivers high-speed, low-latency connectivity for modern data center and enterprise networking environments. Designed to fit into standard SFP+ ports, this compact module provides reliable 10Gbps transmission over multimode fiber using short wave optics, making it ideal for top-of-rack and inter-rack links where space and power efficiency are critical.

Key Features

• 10Gbps data rate with full duplex operation
• 16GB memory buffer for burst traffic handling
• Short wave (850nm) optics optimized for multimode fiber
• Hot-swappable design for zero-downtime maintenance
• Low power consumption for energy-efficient deployments
• Compliance with IEEE 802.3ae standard

Technical Specifications

• Form factor: SFP+ (small form factor pluggable)
• Wavelength: 850nm short wave
• Supported fiber type: OM3 or OM4 multimode fiber
• Maximum reach: up to 300 meters on OM3, up to 400 meters on OM4
• Connector type: LC duplex
• Operating temperature: 0 to 70 degrees Celsius
• Power draw: typical 1.5 watts
• Memory: 16GB DDR3
• Compatibility: HP ProCurve, Aruba, and third-party switches supporting SFP+

Applications

• Data center top-of-rack and inter-rack connections
• High-performance computing clusters
• Enterprise campus networks requiring 10Gbps uplinks
• Virtualization environments with heavy east-west traffic
• Storage area networks (SAN) that need low latency and high throughput
• Cloud service provider infrastructure

By integrating the HP B-Series 16GB SFP+ short wave transceiver into your network, you gain a robust, future-proof solution that maximizes bandwidth while minimizing power and space requirements. Its plug-and-play design ensures rapid deployment, and the generous memory buffer helps smooth traffic spikes, delivering consistent performance for demanding applications.