HPE AL563A 

10Gb/s Short Wave Fibre Channel XENPAK Transceiver Module

The HPE AL563A is a 10 Gigabit per second short wave Fibre ChannelXENPAK Transceiver Moduledesigned for high-speed storage area networks (SANs). This module provides reliable and efficient optical connectivity, ideal for enterprise environments requiring fast, low-latency data transfer between servers and storage devices. IT professionals deploying or upgrading Fibre Channel SAN infrastructures will benefit from the AL563A’s robust performance and compatibility with HPE and industry-standard Fibre Channel switches.

Features

Supporting 10Gbps data rates over short wave optics, the AL563A transceiver utilizes the XENPAK form factor, providing a scalable solution for modern SANs demanding high bandwidth and low latency. Its optical interface is designed to work with multimode fiber cables, facilitating data transmission over short distances typically within data centers or enterprise campuses.

Advanced Options

The Transceiver Module is hot-pluggable, enabling easy installation and maintenance without disrupting network operations. It complies with Fibre Channel standards ensuring interoperability with various HPE and third-party storage networking hardware. Additionally, the AL563A supports diagnostic monitoring, allowing administrators to track module health and optimize SAN performance effectively.