Description
Product Overview of the IBM AFBR-709SMZ-IB2
AFBR-709SMZ-IB2 is an IBM-branded, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) transceiver module that operates over a short-range optical fiber link. This transceiver is designed to be compatible with IBM Ethernet Switches and other network devices that support the SFP+ (Enhanced SFP) interface. The AFBR-709SMZ-IB2 transceiver complies with the 10GBase-SR standard, which supports data transmission rates of up to 10 Gbps over multi-mode fiber optic cables.
AFBR-709SMZ-IB2 is a hot-pluggable transceiver module that provides an easy and reliable way to connect a switch or other network device to a fiber optic cable. The transceiver module is typically installed in an SFP+ port on the network device, and it converts the electrical signals of the device into optical signals that can be transmitted over the fiber optic cable. The transceiver also receives optical signals from the cable and converts them back into electrical signals that can be understood by the network device.
Features and Specifications
The AFBR-709SMZ-IB2 transceiver module has several features and specifications that make it an ideal choice for high-speed data transmission over short distances.
Compatibility: The AFBR-709SMZ-IB2 transceiver is designed to be compatible with IBM Ethernet Switches and other network devices that support the SFP+ interface.
Data Transmission Rate: The transceiver supports data transmission rates of up to 10 Gbps over multi-mode fiber optic cables.
Fiber Type: The transceiver is designed to work with multi-mode fiber optic cables with a core diameter of 50 microns or 62.5 microns.
Transmission Distance: The AFBR-709SMZ-IB2 transceiver is designed to operate over a short-range optical fiber link of up to 300 meters.
Connector Type: The transceiver features an LC duplex connector for easy and reliable connection to a fiber optic cable.
Temperature Range: The transceiver operates over a temperature range of 0°C to 70°C, making it suitable for use in a wide range of environments.
Power Consumption: The AFBR-709SMZ-IB2 transceiver has a maximum power consumption of 1.2 watts, making it an energy-efficient solution for high-speed data transmission.
Applications
The AFBR-709SMZ-IB2 transceiver module is an ideal choice for high-speed data transmission over short distances. Some of the common applications of this transceiver include:
Data Center Networking: The AFBR-709SMZ-IB2 transceiver is widely used in data center networking environments, where high-speed data transmission over short distances is required.
High-Performance Computing: The transceiver is also used in high-performance computing (HPC) environments, where data is processed at high speeds and low latency is critical.
Telecommunications: The AFBR-709SMZ-IB2 transceiver is also used in telecommunications applications, where high-speed data transmission over short distances is required.
General Information about the IBM AFBR-709SMZ-IB2
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Part Number or SKU# AFBR-709SMZ-IB2
- Product Type: 10 Gigabit Transceiver
- Connectivity Technology: Wired





