SFP-8GFC-LW Dell Compatible 8G Fibre Channel LW SFP+ Module
Dell (Force10) compatible SFP-8GFC-LW - Key Features
- Compatibility: Dell (Force10)
- Media Type: Single-Mode Fiber (SMF)
- Fiber Count: Duplex
- Connector: Double LC/UPC
- Maximum Distance: 10 km
- Average Link Budget: 6 dB
- Tx Wavelength: 1310 nm
- Supported Data Rate: 1.25 Gbps - 11.32 Gbps
- DDM/DOM: Supported
- Temperature Range: Standard 0°-70°C
Dell (Force10) SFP-8GFC-LW Price
Dell (Force10) compatible SFP-8GFC-LW Specifications
Form Factor | SFP+ |
Media Type | Single-Mode Fiber (SMF) |
Fiber Count | Duplex |
Connector | Double LC/UPC |
Maximum Distance | 10 km |
Average Link Budget | 6 dB |
TX Wavelength | 1310 nm |
RX Wavelength | 1310 nm |
Supported Data Rate | 1.25 Gbps - 11.32 Gbps |
Supported Ethernet Applications | 10G Ethernet (10.31Gbps), Gigabit Ethernet (1.25 Gbps) |
Supported Fiber Channel Applications | 10G Fiber Channel (10.52 Gbps), 1G Fiber Channel (1.0625 Gbps), 2G Fiber Channel (2.125 Gbps), 4G Fiber Channel (4.25 Gbps), 8G Fiber Channel (8.5 Gbps) |
SDH/SONET Standards | STM-64 (9.95Gbps) |
DDM/DOM | Supported |
Tx Wavelength Bandwidth | 100 nm (1260-1360 nm) |
Rx Wavelength Bandwidth | 100 nm (1260-1360 nm) |
Minimum Transmitting Power | -8.2 dBm |
Maximum Transmitting Power | 0.5 dBm |
Receiver Sensitivity | -14.5 dBm |
Receiver Overload | 0 dBm |
Dispersion | 70-100 ps/nm |
Transmitter Type | DFB Laser |
Receiver Type | PIN photodiode |
Temperature Range | Standard 0°-70°C |
Power | +3.3V single power supply |
Compliance | CE,Class 1 FDA and IEC60825-1 Laser Safety Compliant,RoHS,SFF-8431,SFP MSA |
Dell (Force10) compatible SFP-8GFC-LW Datasheet
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Dell (Force10) compatible SFP-8GFC-LW Description
SFP-8GFC-LW is Dell’s part number for an 8G Fibre Channel long-wavelength SFP+ transceiver, used in Dell/EMC Connectrix SAN switching environments. EdgeOptic’s compatible replacement is built on our 10G-SFP-10 platform and ships with Dell-recognized EEPROM coding. The module supports multi-rate Fibre Channel operation at 4GFC (4.25 Gbps) and 8GFC (8.5 Gbps), matching the original Dell specification for dual-rate FC long-wave optics.
The transmitter is a 1310 nm DFB laser paired with a PIN photodiode receiver. Optical reach is rated to 10 km over G.652 single-mode fiber using duplex LC/UPC connectors. The module conforms to SFF-8431 and SFF-8432 for the mechanical and electrical SFP+ interface, and SFF-8472 for digital diagnostics monitoring. FC-PI specifications govern the Fibre Channel signaling parameters at both 4GFC and 8GFC rates. DDM provides real-time telemetry for Tx optical power, Rx optical power, temperature, supply voltage, and laser bias current. Operating temperature range is 0°C to 70°C (commercial grade).
Dell’s Connectrix product line is OEM’d from Brocade (now Broadcom). The SFP-8GFC-LW is functionally equivalent to the Brocade 57-0000089-01 and appears in Connectrix SAN switch families including the DS-6600B, DS-6610B, and DS-6630B series. These switches are common in Dell/EMC storage environments paired with VNX, Unity, PowerStore, and PowerMax arrays. EdgeOptic’s Dell-coded compatible is recognized by the Connectrix firmware (Brocade Fabric OS under Dell branding) as a supported transceiver, and DDM telemetry reports through both the FOS CLI and Dell SAN management tools such as Connectrix Manager.
The dual-rate 4GFC/8GFC capability means the module auto-negotiates to the correct Fibre Channel speed based on the host port configuration. SAN environments that still have a mix of 4G and 8G FC infrastructure can standardize on a single optic SKU for all long-wave links, simplifying spare inventory. The 10G-SFP-10 platform that underlies this compatible also supports 10GBASE-LR Ethernet, but in the Dell SFP-8GFC-LW configuration the EEPROM is coded specifically for Fibre Channel use on Dell/Connectrix platforms. FC host bus adapters (HBAs) from QLogic and Emulex in Dell servers also accept 8GFC SFP+ optics for direct-attach storage connectivity over single-mode fiber.
EdgeOptic backs this compatible with a lifetime warranty and CE/RoHS certification. For bulk SAN optic orders or questions about specific Connectrix platform compatibility, contact our sales team
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dell SFP-8GFC-LW the same as the Brocade 57-0000089-01?
Dell’s Connectrix switches are OEM’d from Brocade (now Broadcom). The SFP-8GFC-LW is Dell’s ordering code for the same 8GFC long-wave optic specification. EdgeOptic produces separate compatible SKUs for Dell and Brocade, each with the correct EEPROM coding for the respective vendor.
Does the SFP-8GFC-LW support both 4GFC and 8GFC speeds?
Yes. The module is dual-rate and auto-negotiates between 4GFC (4.25 Gbps) and 8GFC (8.5 Gbps) based on the host port configuration. This covers mixed-speed SAN environments where some ports still operate at 4G Fibre Channel.
Which Dell Connectrix switches accept the SFP-8GFC-LW?
The SFP-8GFC-LW appears in Dell compatibility lists for the Connectrix DS-6600B, DS-6610B, DS-6630B, and related Brocade-based SAN switch models. FC HBAs in Dell servers (QLogic and Emulex) also accept 8GFC SFP+ optics.