Dell SFP+ Optical Transceiver FC 16Gbps 850nm LC Multimode 150m (492-BDCW)

This Dell SFP+ transceiver is engineered for 16 Gigabit Fibre Channel, delivering up to 16 Gbps over multimode fibre with a maximum reach of 150 m on OM4. Unlike generic transceivers, it is a Dell-certified module that supports Digital Optical Monitoring and hot-swapping, ensuring reliable performance in Dell PowerEdge servers, PowerVault storage, and Networking switches.

Highlights

• 16GFC data rate with backward compatibility to 8GFC and 4GFC
• 850 nm VCSEL laser for multimode fibre
• LC duplex connector
• Hot-swappable with DOM support
• Low power consumption under 1 W

In daily use

Deploy this transceiver in storage area networks where high throughput and low latency are critical. Its plug-in form factor allows quick installation without interrupting operations. The integrated Digital Optical Monitoring provides real-time diagnostics on temperature, voltage, and optical power, simplifying troubleshooting.

Full specifications

• Device Type: SFP+ Transceiver Module
• Form Factor: Plug-in module
• Connectivity Technology: Wired
• Cabling Type: Fiber optic
• Data Link Protocol: 16 Gigabit Fibre Channel, 8 Gigabit Fibre Channel, 4 Gigabit Fibre Channel
• Data Transfer Rate: 16 Gbps
• Wavelength: 850 nm
• Max Transfer Distance: 150 m (OM4 multimode fibre)
• Optical Fiber Type: Multimode
• Connector Type: LC duplex
• Features: Digital Optical Monitoring (DOM), Hot-swappable
• Standards Compliance: FC-PI-5 (16GFC), SFF-8431 (SFP+ MSA)
• Power Consumption: < 1 W
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• Laser Type: VCSEL
• Duplex Mode: Full-duplex
• Certification: Dell Certified

Final note

This Dell transceiver ensures seamless integration with Dell infrastructure, providing a dependable fibre channel link for high-performance storage environments.