BROCADE - 2498-2801 - Brocade 8Gbps SW SFP

The BROCADE 2498-2801 Brocade 8Gbps SW SFP is a Fibre Channel short-wavelength (SW) SFP transceiver designed for 8Gbps SAN links over fibre. It’s a practical choice for data centers and maintenance providers that need to expand port capacity, replace failed optics, or keep validated spares for installed Brocade fabrics. For broader platform compatibility and lifecycle sourcing, see related BROCADE hardware.

This 8Gbps SW SFP is typically used in Fibre Channel environments where stable optical links and predictable interoperability are required. It is commonly deployed in edge and core fabrics alongside enterprise SAN SWITCH infrastructure, helping you maintain consistent link behavior during upgrades, moves/adds/changes, or break-fix scenarios.

When standardizing optics across modular environments, this transceiver can also be relevant for chassis-based deployments using a compatible NETWORK MODULE, supporting clean, serviceable connectivity at the port level.

Key Features

Key technical characteristics for SAN operations and spares management:

• 8Gbps Fibre Channel SW SFP optics to support short-wavelength fibre connectivity in SAN fabrics.
• SFP form factor transceiver module to enable quick field replacement and simplified sparing.
• Optical uplink interface for Fibre Channel ports to extend switch connectivity beyond copper limitations.
• Designed for Brocade Fibre Channel platforms to help maintain consistent interoperability within Brocade-based environments.
• Hot-insertable transceiver design (platform-dependent) to reduce maintenance windows during optic swaps.
• Suitable for ISL links and host/storage connectivity to support common SAN topologies and zoning designs.
• Enterprise-grade component class to support 24/7 operation in data center and colocation environments.
• Ideal as a break-fix spare part to help reduce downtime risk when optics fail.

Refurbished Quality and Warranty

This is refurbished hardware, cleaned and tested by technicians before entering stock to help reduce the risk of hardware defects. Choosing refurbished optics can extend the lifecycle of existing SAN environments, reduce electronic waste, and control budgets compared to buying new.

All refurbished hardware from Direct Hardware Supply 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. For adjacent connectivity components, you may also be sourcing a compatible SWITCH to align spares and maintenance across sites.