IBM 23R1701 – FC 4 Gbps 10 km LW SFP Transceiver

Detailed Description:

The IBM 23R1701 is a Fibre Channel (FC) transceiver designed for long-wavelength (LW) applications, capable of maintaining high-speed data transmissions of 4 Gbps over distances up to 10 kilometers. This makes it an ideal solution for extended storage area networks (SANs) where high-speed data transfer between distant locations is critical. The transceiver is compatible with various IBM storage systems and networking equipment, offering flexibility in deployment. Its support for a broad range of fiber optic cable types and the long-distance transmission capability allows organizations to design flexible, high-performance storage networks that can span large campuses or connect different buildings. The IBM 23R1701 is engineered to facilitate reliable, high-speed data communications, ensuring that storage and retrieval operations continue smoothly across extended distances.