Which networking environments is the Q28-128GFC-SW4 intended for?

The Q28-128GFC-SW4 is intended for Fibre Channel networking environments that use QSFP28 optical modules. It is categorized as a 128Gbps Quad 32GFC Shortwave MMF Fibre Channel transceiver, making it suitable where 128Gbps Fibre Channel operation and shortwave multimode fiber infrastructure are required.

What speed class does the Q28-128GFC-SW4 support?

According to its category description, the Q28-128GFC-SW4 is a 128Gbps Quad 32GFC Shortwave MMF transceiver. This associates it with 128Gbps Fibre Channel built from four 32GFC lanes, aligning with modern high-speed Fibre Channel fabrics that aggregate 32GFC links into higher bandwidth.

What media type is the Q28-128GFC-SW4 designed for?

The Q28-128GFC-SW4 is classified in the 128Gbps Quad 32GFC Shortwave MMF category, indicating that it is intended for shortwave multimode fiber deployments. Combined with its Fibre Channel SW4 designation, this shows it is aligned with multimode fiber cabling in data center environments.

How should procurement teams reference this transceiver?

Procurement teams should reference the full model name, Dell Q28-128GFC-SW4 QSFP28 128Gb Fibre Channel SW4 Transceiver. Using the exact Q28-128GFC-SW4 identifier helps ensure accurate part matching with existing QSFP28 Fibre Channel infrastructure and reduces ordering errors for 128Gbps Quad 32GFC Shortwave MMF optics.

Q28-128GFC-SW4 - Dell Q28-128GFC-SW4 128Gb Fibre Channel QSFP28 transceiver

Name: Dell Q28-128GFC-SW4 128Gb Fibre Channel QSFP28 transceiver
Brand: Dell
SKU: Q28-128GFC-SW4
Price: 275 USD
Availability: InStock

Q28-128GFC-SW4 - Dell Q28-128GFC-SW4 128Gb Fibre Channel QSFP28 transceiver | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Dell Q28-128GFC-SW4 QSFP28 128Gb Fibre Channel SW4 Transceiver is designed for Fibre Channel networking environments that require a QSFP28 form factor. As a member of the 128Gbps Quad 32GFC Shortwave MMF category, it aligns with deployments using multimode fiber infrastructure and Fibre Channel connectivity. This optical transceiver is suitable for organizations standardizing on QSFP28 interfaces for storage or fabric connectivity where 128Gbps Fibre Channel operation is needed. IT procurement teams can reference the Q28-128GFC-SW4 identifier when aligning with existing Dell Fibre Channel architectures or planning refresh cycles involving QSFP28 optical modules. The product description emphasizes its role as a dedicated Fibre Channel shortwave transceiver, supporting Quad 32GFC operation within a compact QSFP28 package. This makes it a targeted option for environments that specifically require 128Gbps Fibre Channel capability over shortwave multimode fiber connections.

Dell Q28-128GFC-SW4 QSFP28 Fibre Channel transceiver
128Gbps Quad 32GFC Shortwave MMF classification
Designed for Fibre Channel networking environments
QSFP28 form factor for compatible switch slots
Shortwave MMF focused Fibre Channel SW4 design
Model identifier Q28-128GFC-SW4 for accurate ordering

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Featuring

Product Type
Manufacturer part #	Q28-128GFC-SW4
Brand	Dell
Condition	Refurbished
Model	Q28-128GFC-SW4
Variant	Q28-128GFC-SW4; Q28-128GFC-SW4-V2
Data Rate	100 Gbps
Fiber Mode	Shortwave multimode
Application	Fibre Channel SW4
Form Factor	QSFP28
Part Number	0KP0VM
Product Line	Dell EMC Networking Transceivers

Best for

Fibre Channel fabrics
Suitable for environments that require a 128Gb Fibre Channel SW4 transceiver, supporting Quad 32GFC operation for Fibre Channel networks using QSFP28 optics.
QSFP28-based storage networks
Fits deployments that standardize on QSFP28 interfaces and need a 128Gbps Quad 32GFC Fibre Channel optical transceiver for storage or fabric connectivity.
Shortwave MMF links
Aligned with 128Gbps Quad 32GFC Shortwave MMF usage where a Fibre Channel SW4 transceiver is required for multimode fiber connections.

Frequently asked questions

What type of transceiver is the Dell Q28-128GFC-SW4?

The Dell Q28-128GFC-SW4 is described as a QSFP28 128Gb Fibre Channel SW4 transceiver. It falls under the category of QSFP28 Fibre Channel optical transceivers and is aligned with 128Gbps Quad 32GFC Shortwave MMF usage, indicating its focus on Fibre Channel applications using a QSFP28 interface.

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Port Count	1 port
Connector Type	MPO-12
Port Interface	QSFP28 4-lane
Connector Interface	MTP/MPO-12
Host Interface Protocols	32G Fibre Channel; 128G Fibre Channel

Dell Q28-128GFC-SW4 128Gb Fibre Channel QSFP28 transceiver