NETAPP X6539-R6 – NetApp Finisar 4Gb SW SFP

Detailed Description:

The NETAPP X6539-R6 is a high-performance Finisar 4Gb SW SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) transceiver designed for use in NetApp storage systems. It offers a cost-effective way to provide high-speed data transfer and communication over short wave optical fiber networks. With a speed of 4 Gigabits per second (Gbps), it is tailored for storage area networks (SANs), adding robust data integrity and seamless connectivity to storage solutions. The ‘SW’ signifies that this transceiver is designed for short wavelength applications, typically using multimode fiber with an optical reach of up to 150 meters, making it ideal for connecting devices within the same data center or nearby buildings. The transceiver incorporates LC connectors, a standard in fiber optic connections, ensuring compatibility with a broad range of networking equipment. One of the key features of the X6539-R6 is its support for Fiber Channel technology, which is central to SAN environments. This allows for high-speed access to storage media, making it perfect for applications that demand quick retrieval and storage of large volumes of data, such as video streaming, intensive database access, and backup solutions. In addition to its primary functionalities, the X6539-R6 includes digital diagnostics monitoring, allowing administrators to closely monitor the health and performance of their network infrastructure. Metrics such as temperature, supply voltages, laser bias current, transmit optical power, and receive optical power can be accessed in real time, providing invaluable information for preventative maintenance and troubleshooting. This transceiver model, being hot-swappable, enables easy upgrades and replacements without the need for network downtime, ensuring uninterrupted service and operational efficiency. With its robust performance, compatibility, and diagnostic features, the NETAPP X6539-R6 Finisar 4Gb SW SFP transceiver is an essential component for modern storage networks, ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability.