Cisco DS-SFP-FC8G-SW 8-Gbps Fibre Channel Transceiver SW SFP+

DS-SFP-FC8G-SW Transceiver Module Overview

Product Description

The DS-SFP-FC8G-SW is a high-performance SFP+ transceiver module designed for fiber optic applications. This component is engineered to enhance network efficiency with its LC multi-mode functionality.

Device Specifications

Type of Device

This module is categorized as an SFP+ transceiver, specifically configured for LC multi-mode connections. It serves as a crucial component in switching and network systems.

Enclosure Details

The DS-SFP-FC8G-SW features a plug-in module design, facilitating straightforward installation into compatible ports without the need for additional hardware modifications.

Physical Dimensions

• Width: 0.6 inches
• Depth: 2.2 inches
• Height: 0.4 inches

Cabling and Performance Characteristics

Cabling Type

Optimized for fiber optic cabling, this module ensures high-speed data transmission and reliability across network channels.

Data Transfer Rate

The module supports a data transfer rate of up to 8.5 Gbps, making it suitable for high-demand networking environments.

Optical Wavelength

Designed to operate at an optical wavelength of 850 nm, it provides efficient and clear signal transmission over fiber optic cables.

Data Link Protocol

This transceiver module utilizes the 8Gb Fibre Channel (short wave) protocol, ensuring compatibility with advanced networking and storage systems.

Maximum Transfer Distance

Capable of transmitting data up to a maximum distance of 1640 feet, it supports extended connectivity within your network infrastructure.

Key Benefits

• High-speed 8.5 Gbps data transfer rate
• Supports LC multi-mode fiber connections
• Compact and efficient plug-in design
• Long-range transmission capability up to 1640 feet
• Optimized for 850 nm optical wavelength
• Compatible with 8Gb Fibre Channel protocol

Applications

The DS-SFP-FC8G-SW is ideal for use in data centers, enterprise networks, and high-performance computing environments, offering robust performance for demanding applications.

Data Transfer Rate

Enhanced Performance with 8 Gbps

The Cisco DS-SFP-FC8G-SW Transceiver is designed to provide exceptional data transfer rates, with a focus on delivering enhanced performance. With a staggering data transfer rate of 8 Gbps, this transceiver ensures lightning-fast transmission of data packets across your network infrastructure. The high-speed connectivity offered by this feature enables seamless communication between devices, allowing for quick and efficient data exchange.

Improved Efficiency and Productivity

The 8 Gbps data transfer rate plays a crucial role in optimizing the efficiency and productivity of your network. Whether you are transmitting large files, streaming high-definition videos, or running bandwidth-intensive applications, this transceiver ensures that your data is transferred swiftly and without any delays. This level of performance is particularly beneficial for industries that heavily rely on real-time data processing, such as finance, healthcare, and telecommunications.

Future-Proof Solution

By offering an impressive 8 Gbps data transfer rate, the Cisco DS-SFP-FC8G-SW Transceiver ensures that your network infrastructure remains future-proof. As technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, the demand for higher data transfer speeds will only increase. Investing in a transceiver with an 8 Gbps capability ensures that your network can handle the evolving needs of your organization without requiring frequent upgrades or replacements.

Seamless Integration

The 8 Gbps data transfer rate of this transceiver allows for seamless integration into existing network infrastructures. Whether you are upgrading your current setup or building a new network from scratch, the compatibility of this transceiver with various networking devices ensures hassle-free installation and integration. This feature eliminates the need for complex configurations or additional equipment, saving you time and resources.

Reduced Latency

Latency can significantly impact the performance of your network, leading to delays and bottlenecks in data transmission. With the 8 Gbps data transfer rate of the Cisco DS-SFP-FC8G-SW Transceiver, latency is minimized, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted communication between devices. This reduction in latency is particularly crucial for applications that require real-time data processing, such as video conferencing, online gaming, and cloud-based services.

Enhanced Scalability

As your organization grows and your network requirements expand, scalability becomes a vital consideration. The 8 Gbps data transfer rate of this transceiver allows for seamless scalability, accommodating the increasing demands of your network without compromising performance. This feature ensures that your network can handle higher bandwidth requirements in the future, providing a scalable solution that grows alongside your organization.

Improved Reliability

The high-speed data transfer rate of 8 Gbps offered by the Cisco DS-SFP-FC8G-SW Transceiver enhances the reliability of your network. By ensuring fast and efficient data transmission, this transceiver minimizes the risk of packet loss or data corruption during transmission. This level of reliability is crucial for industries that rely on mission-critical applications and secure data transfer, such as banking, government agencies, and data centers.

Cost-Effective Solution

Investing in a transceiver with an 8 Gbps data transfer rate provides a cost-effective solution for your network infrastructure. With faster data transmission speeds, you can achieve more with fewer resources, optimizing the overall efficiency of your network. Additionally, the future-proof nature of this transceiver ensures that you won't need to invest in frequent upgrades or replacements to keep up with advancing technology, reducing long-term costs.

Interface Type

Seamless Connectivity with Fibre Channel

The Cisco DS-SFP-FC8G-SW Transceiver features an interface type known as Fibre Channel, which offers seamless connectivity between devices in your network infrastructure. Fibre Channel is a high-speed storage area network (SAN) protocol that enables reliable and efficient data transfer over long distances. This feature provides numerous benefits and is particularly important for organizations that require secure and scalable storage solutions.

Reliable and Secure Data Transmission

Fibre Channel ensures reliable and secure data transmission, making it ideal for industries that handle sensitive information or require uninterrupted access to their data. With its built-in error detection and correction mechanisms, Fibre Channel minimizes the risk of data corruption or loss during transmission. This feature is critical for industries such as finance, healthcare, and e-commerce, where data integrity and security are paramount.

High Bandwidth and Low Latency

Fibre Channel offers high bandwidth capabilities, allowing for the transfer of large amounts of data quickly and efficiently. This feature is essential for applications that require the simultaneous transfer of multiple streams of data, such as video editing or content delivery networks. Additionally, Fibre Channel provides low latency communication, minimizing delays in data transmission and ensuring real-time responsiveness.

Scalable Storage Solutions

The Fibre Channel interface type supported by the Cisco DS-SFP-FC8G-SW Transceiver enables seamless integration with scalable storage solutions. Whether you are expanding your storage capacity or implementing a new storage infrastructure, Fibre Channel provides the flexibility to accommodate growing demands. This feature allows organizations to easily scale their storage solutions without disrupting their operations or compromising performance.

Long-Distance Connectivity

Fibre Channel supports long-distance connectivity, making it suitable for organizations with geographically dispersed locations or distributed data centers. The ability to transmit data over extended distances without sacrificing performance or reliability is crucial for industries that require remote data access or disaster recovery capabilities. Fibre Channel ensures that your network remains connected and operational, even across vast distances.

Interoperability with Existing Infrastructure

The Fibre Channel interface type ensures interoperability with existing network infrastructures, making it a versatile solution for organizations. Whether you are integrating the Cisco DS-SFP-FC8G-SW Transceiver into an established Fibre Channel environment or gradually transitioning from another interface type, this feature simplifies the integration process and minimizes compatibility issues. This interoperability saves time and resources while ensuring a seamless transition.

Reduced Network Congestion

Fibre Channel offers dedicated bandwidth for storage traffic, separate from the regular data traffic on your network. This separation reduces network congestion and ensures that storage-intensive applications do not impact the performance of other network operations. By providing a dedicated pathway for storage communication, Fibre Channel enables efficient data transfer without compromising overall network performance.

Connector Type

Versatile Connectivity with SFP+

The Cisco DS-SFP-FC8G-SW Transceiver features a connector type known as SFP+, which provides versatile connectivity options for your network infrastructure. SFP+ (Small Form-Factor Pluggable Plus) is a compact and hot-pluggable transceiver module that supports various types of optical and copper cables. This feature offers several benefits and is essential for organizations seeking flexible and reliable connectivity solutions.

Flexible Deployment Options

The SFP+ connector type allows for flexible deployment options, enabling the connection of devices over different types of media. Whether you need to establish connections using single-mode or multi-mode fiber optic cables or prefer copper cables for shorter distances, the SFP+ connector accommodates various media types. This flexibility is especially advantageous when working with diverse network architectures or when upgrading existing infrastructure.

Easy Installation and Replacement

The hot-pluggable nature of SFP+ modules simplifies the installation and replacement process. With SFP+, you can easily add or remove transceiver modules without powering down your network devices. This feature reduces downtime and allows for quick and efficient maintenance or upgrades. Additionally, the compact size of SFP+ modules makes them easy to handle, minimizing the risk of damage during installation or replacement.

Cost-Effective Scalability

The SFP+ connector type offers cost-effective scalability for your network infrastructure. As your organization grows and your connectivity needs increase, you can simply add additional SFP+ transceiver modules to accommodate the expanding demands. This scalability allows for a modular approach to network expansion, eliminating the need for extensive hardware replacements or costly upgrades. SFP+ enables organizations to scale their networks while optimizing cost-efficiency.

Interoperability with Existing Infrastructure

SFP+ modules ensure interoperability with existing networking equipment, making them compatible with a wide range of switches, routers, and other devices. Whether you are integrating the Cisco DS-SFP-FC8G-SW Transceiver into an established network or expanding your infrastructure with new components, this feature ensures seamless integration and minimizes compatibility concerns. This interoperability simplifies deployment and reduces potential disruptions.

High-Speed Connectivity

SFP+ modules deliver high-speed connectivity, enabling the transmission of data at impressive rates. Whether you are transferring large files, streaming high-definition media, or running bandwidth-intensive applications, the high-speed capabilities of SFP+ ensure smooth and efficient data transfer. This feature is particularly beneficial for industries that rely on real-time data processing or require quick access to large datasets, such as media production or scientific research.

Long-Reach Connections

SFP+ modules support long-reach connections, allowing for communication over extended distances. Whether you need to establish connections between buildings, across campuses, or even between different geographical locations, the long-reach capabilities of SFP+ ensure reliable and high-quality data transmission. This feature is crucial for organizations with distributed operations or those requiring remote access to centralized resources.

Energy Efficiency

SFP+ modules are designed to be energy-efficient, minimizing power consumption without compromising performance. This energy efficiency is achieved through advanced power management features, such as low-power idle modes and intelligent power monitoring. By reducing power consumption, SFP+ modules contribute to the overall energy efficiency of your network infrastructure, resulting in cost savings and a reduced environmental footprint.

Fiber Type

Optimal Performance with Shortwave

The Cisco DS-SFP-FC8G-SW Transceiver utilizes a fiber type known as Shortwave, which offers optimal performance and reliability for your network infrastructure. Shortwave refers to the use of multi-mode fiber optic cables to transmit data over short distances. This feature provides several benefits and is particularly important for organizations seeking efficient and cost-effective connectivity solutions.

Cost-Effective Solution

Shortwave fiber is a cost-effective solution for organizations that require high-speed connectivity over short distances. Compared to single-mode fiber, which is designed for longer-reach transmissions, multi-mode fiber is more affordable and easier to install. This cost-effectiveness makes Shortwave fiber an attractive option for organizations looking to establish connections within a building or between adjacent buildings without exceeding their budget.

High-Speed Connectivity

Shortwave fiber enables high-speed connectivity, allowing for the transmission of data at impressive rates. Whether you need to transfer large files, run bandwidth-intensive applications, or stream high-definition media, the high-speed capabilities of Shortwave fiber ensure smooth and efficient data transfer. This feature is particularly beneficial for industries that rely on real-time data processing or require quick access to large datasets.

Reliable Data Transmission

Shortwave fiber ensures reliable data transmission, minimizing the risk of signal degradation or loss. By utilizing multi-mode fiber, Shortwave fiber compensates for modal dispersion, which can occur when transmitting data over longer distances. This compensation results in a more reliable and consistent signal, ensuring that your data is transmitted accurately and without errors. This reliability is crucial for applications that require data integrity, such as storage or backup systems.

Easy Installation and Maintenance

The use of multi-mode fiber in Shortwave fiber systems simplifies the installation and maintenance process. Multi-mode fiber is more forgiving when it comes to alignment and allows for easier connection termination. Additionally, the larger core size of the multi-mode fiber reduces the sensitivity to dust or contamination, resulting in lower maintenance requirements. This ease of installation and maintenance saves time and resources, making Shortwave Fiber a convenient choice.

Scalability and Flexibility

Shortwave fiber provides scalability and flexibility for your network infrastructure. Whether you are expanding your network or upgrading your existing infrastructure, Shortwave Fiber allows for seamless integration of additional devices or components. This scalability ensures that your network can accommodate growing demands without compromising performance or requiring extensive modifications. Additionally, Shortwave fiber provides flexibility in terms of connectivity options, allowing for diverse network architectures.

Interoperability with Existing Infrastructure

Shortwave fiber ensures interoperability with existing network infrastructure, making it a versatile solution for organizations. Whether you are integrating the Cisco DS-SFP-FC8G-SW Transceiver into an established Shortwave fiber environment or gradually transitioning from another fiber type, this feature simplifies the integration process and minimizes compatibility issues. This interoperability saves time and resources while ensuring a seamless transition.

Support for High-Bandwidth Applications

Shortwave fiber supports high-bandwidth applications, making it suitable for industries that require the simultaneous transfer of large amounts of data. Whether you are working with multimedia content, running virtualization platforms, or operating data-intensive applications, Shortwave Fiber ensures smooth and efficient data transfer. This feature allows organizations to meet the demands of modern business applications without compromising performance or scalability.