The Brocade XBR-000228 4x16Gigabit Safe Working Load (SWL) Fiber Channel (FC) 50m Transceiver Quad Small Form-Factor Pluggable (QSFP) is a crucial component in modern networking systems. This transceiver facilitates high-speed data transmission over fiber optic cables, enabling seamless communication between devices in data centers, enterprises, and other networking environments.
Understanding Fiber Channel TechnologyFiber Channel (FC) technology is widely used in storage area networks (SANs) and other high-performance computing environments. It provides a reliable and scalable means of transmitting data over optical fiber cables. Fiber Channel supports high data transfer rates, low latency, and high reliability, making it ideal for mission-critical applications.
Key Features of Brocade XBR-000228 TransceiverThe Brocade XBR-000228 transceiver offers several key features that make it suitable for demanding networking environments:
- 4x16 gigabit Speed: This transceiver supports a data transfer rate of 16 gigabits per second (Gbps) on each of its four channels, providing a total bandwidth of 64Gbps. This high-speed connectivity ensures fast and efficient data transmission.
- Safe Working Load (SWL): The SWL designation indicates that the transceiver is designed to operate within a safe power range, ensuring reliability and longevity. It helps prevent overloading and ensures optimal performance under various operating conditions.
- Quad Small Form-Factor Pluggable (QSFP) Design: The QSFP form factor allows for high-density installations, as it enables four channels of data transmission in a single compact module. This design optimizes space utilization in networking equipment and facilitates easy installation and maintenance.
- 50m Transmission Range: The Brocade XBR-000228 transceiver supports a transmission range of up to 50 meters over multi-mode fiber optic cables. This range makes it suitable for short to medium-distance connections within data centers and enterprise networks.
The Brocade XBR-000228 transceiver finds application in various networking scenarios, including:
- Data Center Networking: In data center environments, the transceiver facilitates high-speed connectivity between servers, storage arrays, and networking switches. It supports the rapid transfer of large volumes of data, enabling efficient data processing and storage operations.
- Enterprise Networking: Enterprises deploy the Brocade XBR-000228 transceiver to establish high-performance connections between different departments, offices, and remote locations. It enables reliable communication and seamless access to centralized resources and applications.
- Storage Area Networks (SANs): SANs rely on Fiber Channel technology for storage connectivity, replication, and backup purposes. The Brocade XBR-000228 transceiver plays a vital role in SAN infrastructures by providing fast and reliable data transmission between storage devices and servers.
- High-Performance Computing (HPC): HPC clusters and supercomputers require high-speed interconnects to support compute-intensive workloads. The Brocade XBR-000228 transceiver enables efficient data exchange between compute nodes, accelerators, and storage subsystems, enhancing overall system performance.
- Manufacturer: Intel
- Model Number or SKU# X550T1
- Product Type: 10 Gigabit
- Product Name: Networking Adapter
- Wireless Transmission Speed: 1.14 Gbit/s
- Diameter: 6.3 inches
- Country of Origin: Taiwan
- Wireless LAN Standard: IEEE 802.11ac
- Ethernet Technology: Gigabit Ethernet
- Number of Network (RJ45) Ports: 1
- Total Number of Antennas: 4
- Environmentally Friendly: Yes
- Environmental Certification: RoHS
- HDMI: No
- VGA: No
- Powerline: No
- Management Port: Yes
- Number of External Antennas: 4
- MIMO Technology: Yes
- Beamforming Technology: Yes
- PoE PD Port: Yes
Finally, the Brocade XBR-000228 4x16Gigabit SWL Fiber Channel 50m Transceiver QSFP is a versatile and reliable networking component designed to meet the demands of modern data centers and enterprise environments. With its high-speed connectivity, safe working load design, and compact form factor, it enables seamless communication and efficient data transmission over fiber optic cables. By following proper installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting practices, organizations can leverage the full potential of this transceiver to enhance their network infrastructure and support mission-critical applications.
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