Hewlett Packard Enterprise SFP 8Gb FC Short Wave B Series

Hewlett Packard Enterprise SFP 8Gb Fc Short Wave B Series is a small form-factor pluggable Fibre Channel transceiver designed for 8 Gbps storage and SAN environments. The module uses a short-wave 850 nm VCSEL light source with an LC duplex connector and supports reliable point-to-point links up to 300 meters over multi-mode fiber. Its compact SFP form factor allows hot-plug installation in compatible Fibre Channel switches and host bus adapters where high-speed, low-latency storage connectivity is required.

Advantages

This SFP module provides deterministic 8 Gbps Fibre Channel throughput with low power consumption and industry-standard LC interface compatibility. It supports hot-swap installation to minimise downtime and is engineered to meet typical enterprise environmental and signalling requirements for data centre storage networks. The short-wave optical design is optimized for multi-mode fiber runs within racks and between adjacent racks, offering a balance of performance and cost-effective cabling distance.

Suitable for

• SAN connectivity between servers and Fibre Channel switches in data centres
• Short-reach interconnects within server racks or between closely-spaced racks
• Upgrading or replacing existing 8 Gbps Fibre Channel transceivers
• Environments requiring LC duplex connectors and 850 nm short-wave optics

Key specifications

• Data rate: 8 Gbps Fibre Channel
• Optical type: Short Wave (850 nm VCSEL)
• Connector: LC duplex
• Maximum reach: up to 300 meters over multi-mode fiber
• Form factor: SFP
• Typical use: Fibre Channel storage area networks (SANs)

How to use

Install the transceiver into an appropriate SFP slot on a compatible Fibre Channel switch or host bus adapter while the host device supports hot-plug insertion. Connect an LC duplex multi-mode fiber patch cable between the transceiver and the corresponding port on the opposite device, ensuring correct fibre polarity. Verify link status and speed through the switch or HBA management interface and monitor error counters to confirm stable operation. Follow equipment vendor guidance for firmware compatibility and any required interface configuration.

Recommendations

Use clean, certified multi-mode LC duplex patch cords and maintain correct fibre polarity. For rack-to-rack links under 300 meters, select grade-appropriate multi-mode cabling (OM3/OM4 where applicable) to preserve signal integrity. When replacing transceivers, confirm compatibility with switch or HBA vendor lists and review supported Fibre Channel features to avoid interoperability issues.