Lenovo Brocade 10g FC LWL SFP Pluggable Transceiver

Overview

The Lenovo 00YH929 is a 10 Gigabit Fibre Channel long-wave single-mode fiber SFP+ transceiver designed to extend storage area networks over distances up to 10 kilometers. It fits into Brocade Fibre Channel switches or host bus adapters, providing a high-speed, low-latency connection ideal for linking storage arrays and compute nodes across separate racks or data centers. With on-board digital optical monitoring, it allows real-time tracking of link health without interrupting network traffic.

Key features

• Supports 10 Gigabit Fibre Channel for fast and reliable storage traffic transmission
• Long-wave laser optimized for single-mode fiber to achieve extended reach up to 10 km
• Standard LC connector ensures easy installation and compatibility with common fiber cabling
• On-board digital optical monitoring provides continuous insight into power levels and temperature
• Factory-qualified for Brocade platforms to guarantee seamless integration and minimal setup time
• Compact SFP+ form factor preserves switch port density and reduces cabling bulk

Key specs

• Data rate: 10 Gigabits per second
• Fiber type: Single-mode
• Wavelength: Long-wave laser
• Maximum reach: Up to 10 kilometers (dependent on fiber quality and system configuration)
• Connector type: LC
• Form factor: SFP+
• Compatibility: Brocade Fibre Channel switches and host bus adapters

Connectivity and compatibility

This transceiver is designed specifically for Brocade Fibre Channel environments, ensuring firmware and feature compatibility out of the box. It connects via a standard LC optical interface to single-mode fiber cables, making it suitable for existing SAN infrastructures that require long-distance links. Its SFP+ form factor fits into standard ports on switches and host bus adapters, maintaining high port density and simplifying network expansion.

Ideal uses and environments

The Lenovo 00YH929 excels in scenarios where storage networks must span large physical distances, such as linking separate data halls, off-floor disaster recovery sites, or distributed server clusters. It is well suited for virtualized environments, high-performance databases, and media rendering farms where consistent, low-latency storage access is critical. Network administrators will appreciate its monitoring capabilities and reliable performance in demanding enterprise settings.