HPEC8R24B

16 Gb Short-Wave Fibre ChannelSFP+Transceiver module

The HPEC8R24B is a 16 Gb Fibre Channel Short-Wave (SW) SFP+Transceiver moduleengineered for high-performance SAN environments. Delivering up to 14.025 Gb/s per port, it's compatible with legacy 8 Gb and 4 Gb FC systems while supporting high-throughput end-to-end FC connectivity. With an LC duplex connector operating over multimode fiber at 850 nm, the module offers a reach of up to ~100 m (OM4/OM5), making it ideal for inter-shelf links, SAN edge ports, or server/storage uplinks. Integrated Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM) enables real-time diagnostics of link health including optical power, temperature, and voltage (per SFF-8472 standard), enhancing manageability and availability in critical storage fabrics. Certified for use with HPESAN products×including MSA, 3PAR, EVA, XP arrays and HPE Fibre Channell switches×this module ensures vendor-level compatibility and support.

Features

Built to industry standards (SFP+, SFF-8431, FC-PI-5) and fully qualified as an OEM FC transceiver, the C8R24B is a plug-and-play solution across many HPEstorage and FC switch platforms. It auto-negotiates supported FC speeds (16/8/4 Gb), enabling seamless integration into existing multi-speed fabrics or gradual infrastructure upgrades.Operable over multimode fiber with a minimum optical budget of ~2.7 dB, the module supports up to 100 m reach over OM4 or OM5 cables; transmit power spans -7.8 to -0.5 dBm, while receiver sensitivity reaches approximately -10.5 dBm. It supports Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DOM) for proactive health monitoring if enabled on the fabric switch or controller.Designed for deployment in HPE/Aruba Fibre ChannelChannel SAN infrastructure×including MSA 2040, 3PAR, EVA, XP, and switch products×the C8R24B module is widely employed in storage environments where performance and reliability are critical. OEM certification ensures support for features like fabric path analytics, zoning, Linkset, FICON or MSA fabric tools. Packages typically ship in 4-packs, though single-module deployment is supported.

Advanced Options

Engineered for enterprise-grade Fibre Channel fabrics, the C8R24B delivers reliable high-speed performance with predictable latency and throughput. Its short-wave design suits rack-to-rack or shelf-level SAN interconnects. Backward compatibility with 8 Gb and 4 Gb speeds allows phased upgrades without service interruption.DOM functionality enables SAN managers to monitor key optical parameters×such as Tx/Rx power, temperature, voltage×via switch or controller dashboards. This capability supports proactive diagnostics and helps prevent fiber disruptions before they impact the fabric.

Product Key Features

• 16 Gb Fibre ChannelSFP+ transceiver (Short-Wave, 850 nm)

• Backward-compatible with 8 Gb and 4 Gb FC links

• LC duplex connector for multimode fiber (MMF)

• Maximum link distance ~100 m (OM4/OM5)

• Digital Diagnostics Monitoring (DOM) support (SFF-8472)

• OEM-certified for HPESAN storage and FC switches

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Reliability & Performance

Using HPE-certified optics ensures full support for Port on Demand licensing, zoning, and fabric validation in 3PAR, MSA, and B-Series SAN deployments. OEM modules also come with vendor-backed warranties and firmware compatibility×a vital benefit for mission-critical SAN operations.

Key Features :

• • 16 Gb Fibre ChannelSW SFP+ transceiver

  • Support for 8 Gb and 4 Gb FC backward compatibility

  • Duplex LC connector for multimode fiber up to ~100 m

  • DOM diagnostics support (optical power, temp, voltage)

  • OEM-certified compatibility with HPESAN storage and FC switches

Specification	Details
Model Number	C8R24B
Product Type	SFP+Fibre ChannelTransceiver module
Link Rate	16 Gb Fibre Channel(14.025 Gbps), backward to 8/4 Gb
Wavelength	850 nm (VCSEL Transmitter, PIN Receiver)
Connector	Duplex LC
Fiber Type	Multimode (OM4/OM5)
Maximum Reach	~100 m
Optical Budget	≥ 2.7 dB
Tx Power	-7.8 to -0.5 dBm
Rx Sensitivity	~-10.5 dBm
Diagnostics	Digital Optical Monitoring (SFF-8472)
Operating Temp	0-70 °C
Compliance	FC-PI-5, SFF-8431/32, Class 1 Laser, RoHS
Pack Size	Typically sold in 4-packs; compatible single usage
Warranty	OEM 3-year (HPE-certified)