Detailed Specifications
HPE PLRXPL-VC-SH4-2H 8Gb Short-Wave Fibre Channel SFP+
Overview
The HPE PLRXPL-VC-SH4-2H is a hot-pluggable SFP+ transceiver module designed for 8 Gb Fibre Channel connectivity in SAN environments. It uses a short-wave (850 nm) VCSEL laser optimized for multimode fiber to provide reliable, low-latency links between SAN switches, storage arrays, and host bus adapters. The module supports data rates up to 8 Gb/s, making it suitable for high-performance storage fabrics. It is compatible with HPE StorageWorks platforms and integrates with existing Fibre Channel networks for smooth scalability.
Key Features
Operates at 8 Gb/s for Fibre Channel SAN links
Short-wave 850 nm laser optimized for MMF (multimode fiber)
Duplex LC connector for standard fiber cabling
SFP+ footprint allows hot-swappable installation
Digital diagnostics for real-time monitoring
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | HPE |
| Part Number | PLRXPL-VC-SH4-2H |
| Product Type | SFP+ Fibre Channel Transceiver |
| Data Rate | 8 Gb/s |
| Wavelength | 850 nm |
| Fiber Type | Multimode fiber (MMF) |
| Connector | Duplex LC |
| Maximum Reach | ~150 m on OM3 multimode fiber |
| Form Factor | SFP+ |
| Hot-Pluggable | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 70 °C |
| Digital Diagnostics (DDM) | Supported |
| Fibre Channel Support | 8 Gb/s (backward compatible with 4G/2G) |
| Power Consumption | Low power design (typical) |
| Compliance | Compliant with SFP+ MSA and Fibre Channel specifications |
| Application | SAN switching, storage array links |
