NetApp Transceivers

TRANSCEIVER for Scalable Network Infrastructure

A NETAPP TRANSCEIVER is a key spare for keeping storage connectivity stable across SAN and Ethernet fabrics. In this category you’ll find NetApp-branded SFP/SFP+ optical transceivers commonly used for 10GbE shortwave links and 16Gb Fibre Channel shortwave connectivity, including UTA/unified-style options where supported by the platform. These optics are typically deployed to restore failed links, expand port capacity, or standardise on validated parts across mixed NetApp environments.

Transceivers are often selected alongside the host interface they plug into, whether that is a controller add-in NETWORK ADAPTER, an integrated NETWORK MODULE, or a fabric-side SWITCH. Matching speed, protocol (Ethernet vs FC), and optical type helps avoid link flaps and unexpected negotiation issues—especially in environments with strict change control.

Where NetApp Optics Fit in SAN and Ethernet Deployments

In data centers and colocation racks, transceivers are used anywhere you need predictable, repeatable optical uplinks: storage controller to switch, switch to switch, or host to fabric. The products shown in this category include multiple NetApp part numbers for SFP+ 10Gb shortwave optics and SFP+ 16Gb FC shortwave optics, which are common choices for short-reach connections within the same room or row. Selected units are also listed as unified/UTA-related optics, supporting converged designs where the underlying hardware and configuration allow it.

Because installed bases can span generations, it’s normal to keep a small buffer stock of compatible optics for rapid replacement. If you also maintain spare host interfaces, pairing transceivers with a compatible PCI CARD can be a practical way to restore connectivity without waiting for new hardware lead times.

Technical Profile and Selection Considerations

The items in this TRANSCEIVER category are primarily SFP/SFP+ form-factor optical units intended for enterprise-grade NetApp platforms. Support varies by system generation and specific port type, so verifying the required speed and protocol against your controller or switch is recommended.

• SFP/SFP+ optical form factors for fitting common NetApp and fabric interfaces.
• 10GbE shortwave optics for high-throughput Ethernet uplinks within racks and rows.
• 16Gb Fibre Channel shortwave optics for SAN connectivity in FC fabrics.
• Unified/UTA-referenced optics on selected SKUs for environments that use converged-capable ports (support varies by platform).
• Multiple NetApp part numbers and revisions for maintaining compatibility with existing BOMs and sparing strategies.
• Optical link building blocks for scaling port counts without replacing controllers or switches.

For complete link planning, remember that optics are only one part of the channel. You’ll typically specify the correct fibre type and length, and ensure patching and labeling align with your operational standards. To complete installations and replacements, you can source matching CABLE options for your rack and fabric layout.

Sourcing Refurbished TRANSCEIVER from Denmark

Buying refurbished optics is a practical way to keep NetApp environments running beyond typical vendor refresh cycles—especially when you need exact part-number alignment for maintenance contracts, spares kits, or standardised builds. Direct Hardware Supply is an international supplier of refurbished IT hardware, shipping worldwide from Denmark. All refurbished products are cleaned and tested by technicians before being added to stock.

Standard hardware includes a one-year warranty from the date of purchase (batteries, tape drives and tape libraries include a three-month warranty). Extended warranty options are available on request. If you’re building out a broader NetApp bill of materials, you can also browse the wider NETAPP category to align optics with your installed platform.