HPE TRANSCEIVER 32GB SFP+ SW FIBRE CHANN

In high-density storage environments, every millisecond of latency and every watt of power counts. The HPE P72897-001 32Gb SFP+ transceiver eliminates bandwidth bottlenecks and ensures reliable, high-speed connectivity between servers and storage arrays. This hot-swappable module delivers 32 Gbps Fibre Channel throughput over multimode fiber, making it ideal for virtualized workloads, database clusters, and backup-to-disk applications where consistent performance is non-negotiable.

Who is it for

IT administrators and data center architects managing HPE storage and server infrastructures who need a dependable, standards-compliant optical link for Fibre Channel SANs. It is particularly suited for environments upgrading from 16Gb or 8Gb FC to 32Gb to double throughput without replacing existing multimode cabling.

Main features

• 32 Gbps Fibre Channel data rate for demanding storage traffic
• SFP+ form factor with LC duplex connector for easy installation
• Operates at 850 nm over multimode fiber (OM3/OM4)
• Reach up to 100 m on OM4 and 70 m on OM3
• Digital diagnostics monitoring (DDM) for real-time health checks
• Hot-swappable design minimizes downtime during maintenance
• Low power consumption (< 1 W) reduces cooling costs
• Compliant with SFP+ MSA and RoHS for broad compatibility

Specifications

• Brand: HPE
• Model: P72897-001
• Device Type: Transceiver module
• Form Factor: SFP+
• Data Rate: 32 Gbps Fibre Channel
• Cabling Type: Fibre Channel
• Media Type: Multimode Fiber (MMF)
• Wavelength: 850 nm
• Max Transfer Distance: 100 m (OM4), 70 m (OM3)
• Connector Type: LC Duplex
• DDM/DOM Support: Yes
• Hot Swappable: Yes
• Compatibility: HPE Storage and Servers
• Standards Compliance: SFP+ MSA, RoHS
• Power Consumption: < 1 W
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 70 °C (32 to 158 °F)
• Storage Temperature: -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F)

Tips

For optimal performance, pair this transceiver with OM4 fiber to achieve the full 100 m reach. Always verify that your HPE switch or storage controller supports 32Gb SFP+ modules and update firmware if necessary. Use the built-in digital diagnostics to monitor optical power levels and predict potential link failures before they impact production.