HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E Transceiver

HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E Transceiver – High-Speed 16G Fibre Channel for Enterprise SAN Connectivity

The HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E Transceiver is a high-performance, shortwave (SW) optical module engineered to support 16Gb Fibre Channel (16GFC) communication over OM3 and OM4 multimode fiber (MMF). Specifically designed for use in HPE Storage Area Networks (SANs) and compatible HPE switches and blade systems, this transceiver ensures reliable, low-latency, and secure data transmission for enterprise environments.

With a reach of up to 100 meters on OM3 and 125 meters on OM4, the HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E is ideal for short-range, high-bandwidth connections between storage arrays, Fibre Channel switches, and servers in mission-critical storage infrastructure.

Key Features of HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E

• Data Rate: 14.025 Gbps (16G Fibre Channel)

• Form Factor: SFP+

• Wavelength: 850nm

• Fiber Type: Multimode fiber (OM3/OM4)

• Connector Type: LC duplex

• Maximum Reach: 125m on OM4 / 100m on OM3

• Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM): Supported

• Hot-Swappable: Yes

• Compliance: FC-PI-5, SFP+ MSA, RoHS

These technical features make the HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E a powerful and efficient solution for modern data center needs.

Optimized for HPE SAN and Storage Solutions

The HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E transceiver is engineered for seamless integration into HPE 3PAR, HPE Primera, HPE Nimble Storage, and HPE SN3000B FC switches. It enables high-throughput Fibre Channel communication required for block-level storage, virtualization workloads, and intensive I/O operations.

Its compatibility with HPE BladeSystem c-Class, Synergy, and ProLiant servers ensures maximum performance with minimal configuration—reducing setup time and simplifying network design for storage administrators.

Common Use Cases for HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E

• SAN Fabric Connections: Linking FC switches and directors

• Server-to-Storage Connectivity: Enabling fast communication between compute and storage

• High-Speed Virtual Machine Storage: Supporting shared storage across ESXi, Hyper-V, and KVM environments

• Data Protection: Handling high-volume backup, replication, and disaster recovery traffic

• Fibre Channel Zoning: Enhancing data isolation and security in large environments

Whether used in enterprise data centers or hybrid cloud deployments, the HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E ensures consistent and secure storage networking.

Benefits of HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E

• ✅ Reliable Performance: Maintains stable and low-latency connections for high-speed SAN access

• ✅ High Compatibility: Works natively with HPE hardware, ensuring seamless integration and full support

• ✅ Energy Efficiency: Low power consumption, reducing operational cost and heat generation

• ✅ Hot-Swappable Design: Enables maintenance and upgrades with zero downtime

• ✅ Advanced Monitoring: DOM support for real-time diagnostics and health tracking

This transceiver is not only a high-speed connector but also a tool for proactive SAN management.

Why Choose HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E Over Generic Alternatives?

Generic transceivers may appear cost-effective but lack the firmware validation, security, and full support that HPE-certified modules provide. The HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E undergoes extensive compatibility testing, ensuring:

• Full support for HPE Insight Management

• No BIOS or firmware compatibility errors

• HPE support contracts remain valid

• Reliable signal integrity in 24/7 enterprise environments

By choosing genuine HPE optics, you’re investing in long-term infrastructure stability and peace of mind.

Future-Proof Fibre Channel Connectivity for Modern Data Centers

As data centers continue to evolve with increasing demands for speed, reliability, and storage scalability, the HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E stands out as a future-proof choice for businesses planning long-term infrastructure growth. With support for backward compatibility with 8Gbps and 4Gbps Fibre Channel standards, it allows for a seamless upgrade path without requiring a full overhaul of existing hardware. This flexibility ensures that organizations can scale their SAN environments gradually, managing budgets efficiently while still benefiting from cutting-edge 16GFC speeds.

Additionally, the HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E supports advanced fabric services such as fabric zoning, load balancing, and failover protection, which are critical in high-availability environments. It also integrates well with multipathing software to provide optimal path redundancy and increase bandwidth aggregation across multiple links. These features help enterprises maintain application uptime and performance, even during hardware failure scenarios or scheduled maintenance events.

Enhanced Security and Storage Efficiency

Fibre Channel remains the protocol of choice for secure, dedicated storage networks due to its lossless transport, low CPU overhead, and deterministic latency. The HPE 16Gb SFP+ SW XCVR-E supports this architecture by offering rapid failover capabilities, multipathing, and redundancy—all critical for business continuity.

Its support for NPIV (N_Port ID Virtualization) and zoning makes it ideal for shared environments where data segmentation and access control are required.