Lenovo 4M17A13527

Overview

The Lenovo 4M17A13527 is a universal SFP+ transceiver module designed to enable fast and reliable data transfer over optical fiber connections. It supports both 10GBase-X iSCSI and 16 Gb Fibre Channel protocols, allowing storage administrators to handle block-level Ethernet traffic and traditional SAN workloads using a single compact device. With data transfer speeds up to 16 Gbps, this module ensures consistent performance for critical tasks such as backups, database replication, and virtual machine migrations, even during peak network demand.

Its optical fiber design reduces signal loss, maintaining strong connectivity across long distances typical in campus or data-center environments. Installation is straightforward, requiring only insertion into an available SFP+ slot and link confirmation, making it a practical choice for enterprise storage networks.

Key features

• Supports dual protocols: 10GBase-X iSCSI for Ethernet storage and 16 Gb Fibre Channel for SAN environments, providing flexibility in network design.
• Delivers up to 16 Gbps data transfer on a single port, ensuring high throughput for demanding storage operations.
• Compact SFP+ plug-in form factor allows quick and easy installation or replacement without disrupting existing setups.
• Qualified for Lenovo ThinkSystem DE4000H Hybrid Storage Arrays, simplifying integration into Lenovo-based infrastructures.
• Optical fiber connectivity maintains signal integrity over extended distances, reducing errors and improving reliability in large-scale deployments.
• Compatible with mixed-vendor networks, enabling protocol agility without the need to manage multiple transceiver types.

Key specs

• Supported protocols: 10GBase-X iSCSI, 16 Gb Fibre Channel
• Maximum data transfer rate: 16 Gbps
• Form factor: SFP+ (Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus)
• Compatibility: Lenovo ThinkSystem DE4000H Hybrid Storage Arrays and other SFP+ slots
• Connection type: Optical fiber

Connectivity and compatibility

This transceiver module fits into standard SFP+ slots, making it compatible with a wide range of enterprise storage and networking equipment. It supports both Ethernet-based iSCSI and Fibre Channel SAN protocols, which allows it to serve diverse storage networking needs without requiring multiple transceiver types. Its qualification for Lenovo ThinkSystem DE4000H arrays ensures seamless integration in Lenovo environments, while its universal design supports mixed-vendor setups, providing flexibility for evolving network infrastructures.

Ideal uses and environments

The Lenovo 4M17A13527 is well suited for data centers and enterprise storage networks where high throughput, low latency, and reliable long-distance connectivity are essential. It supports critical operations such as backups, database replication, and virtual machine migrations, making it a strong choice for IT teams managing hybrid storage arrays or unified disaster recovery links. Its dual-protocol support and compact design also make it a practical option for organizations looking to consolidate their storage networking hardware while maintaining performance and uptime.

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