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- In Stock: 20
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 44X1976
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM 44X1976 8 Gigabit SFP+ Sw Optical Transceiver is a high performance, hot-swappable module designed for data center and enterprise networking environments. Engineered to deliver reliable 8 Gbps Ethernet, Fibre Channel or OTN connections over multimode fibre, this transceiver provides a compact solution that maximizes bandwidth while minimizing power consumption. Its robust construction and low latency make it ideal for high-density switch platforms where space and efficiency are critical.
Key Features
- Supports 8 Gbps data rates for Ethernet, Fibre Channel and OTN
- Hot-swappable design for zero-downtime upgrades and maintenance
- Low power consumption of less than 2.5 watts per module
- Extended temperature range from 0 degrees to 70 degrees Celsius for versatile deployment
- Compliance with IEEE 802.3ba and SFF-8436 standards for broad compatibility
- Optimized for multimode fibre with LC connector and 850 nm wavelength
Technical Specifications
- Form factor: SFP+ (Small Form-Factor Pluggable)
- Data rate: 8 Gbps
- Wavelength: 850 nm
- Connector type: LC duplex
- Supported fibre type: OM3 or OM4 multimode fibre
- Maximum reach: up to 300 meters on OM4 fibre
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70 degrees Celsius
- Power consumption: max 2.5 W
- Compliance: IEEE 802.3ba, SFF-8436, RoHS
Applications
- Enterprise data center uplinks and inter-switch links
- High-performance computing clusters requiring low latency connections
- Storage area networks (SAN) using Fibre Channel over multimode fibre
- Telecommunications aggregation points and metro Ethernet deployments
- Video over IP and broadcast environments that demand high bandwidth and reliability