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Four small black SFP+ transceivers in a clear plastic tray

HPE

HPE C8R24B 16Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ 4-pack transceiver

SKU CH-ZV6E-6YGEY MPN C8R24B

Four SFP+ transceivers for 16 Gb Fibre Channel links over optical fibre

  • Product typeTransceiver
  • Ready for 16 Gb Fibre Channel links with short-wave optics
  • Four transceivers in one pack simplify spares management
  • SFP+ form factor fits standard switch and HBA ports
  • Supports optical fibre media for extended reach
  • Lightweight 4 oz modules reduce chassis load

HPE MSA 16Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ 4-pack

This pack supplies four HPE C8R24B transceivers for Fibre Channel storage networks. Each module is a short-wave SFP+ optic rated for 16 Gigabit Ethernet speeds. The transceivers are new and intended for optical networking and data networking environments. They arrive as a single packaged quantity of four units.

16Gb Fibre Channel interface

The decisive specification is the 16Gb Fibre Channel interface on an SFP+ form factor. These modules support short-wave optical fibre connections for compatible HPE MSA storage arrays and switches. Buyers who need a different speed, long-wave optics or Ethernet-only SFP+ modules cannot use this pack. The interface determines whether the part matches the host port.

Hot-plug SFP+ installation

Installation is a hot-plug process: insert each transceiver into an SFP+ cage until it clicks and connect LC duplex fibre cables. The most common issue is mismatching the short-wave optic to a long-wave or single-mode link, which prevents the link from coming up. Another frequent problem is using the modules in ports that do not support 16Gb Fibre Channel signalling.

How it compares

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Price $731.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 1,471 comparable items (median $138.99).

Specifications

Product
Product typeTransceiver
Size & build
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size216 × 152 × 89 mm

Questions about this item

What does the 16 Gbps Fibre Channel rate mean for actual throughput in an MSA array?

The module runs at 16 Gbps line rate; real-world throughput depends on the host bus adapter, switch fabric and storage workload.

Which SFP+ standard does this transceiver follow and what distance does it support?

It complies with the 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SFP+ short-wave specification for multimode fibre links.

Will the four transceivers fit side-by-side in a standard 1U switch panel?

Each unit measures .2 inch wide, so four occupy roughly .8 inch and fit in adjacent SFP+ cages.

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