HP 16Gb SFP+ SW Transceiver – E7Y09A / 793443-001

Description

HP 16Gb SFP+ SW Transceiver – E7Y09A / 793443-001

The HP 16Gb SFP+ SW Transceiver (E7Y09A / 793443-001) is an enterprise-grade 16 Gigabit Fibre Channel (16GFC) optical module designed for high-performance storage area networks. Manufactured and fully validated by Hewlett-Packard Enterprise, this short-wave transceiver delivers low-latency, reliable connectivity for modern SAN environments where speed and stability are critical.

High-Speed 16Gb Fibre Channel Connectivity

This transceiver supports 16Gb Fibre Channel, doubling the bandwidth of 8GFC and enabling faster data transfers between servers, storage arrays, and Fibre Channel switches. It is well suited for virtualization, database workloads, and high-throughput enterprise storage applications.

Short-Wave Optics for Multimode Fiber

The module operates as a short-wave (SW) optical transceiver and is designed for multimode fiber (MMF). It supports common data center distances, typically up to 100 meters on OM3 and 125 meters on OM4 fiber, making it ideal for rack-level and row-level SAN connectivity.

SFP+ Hot-Pluggable Design

Built in a standard SFP+ form factor, this transceiver supports hot swapping, allowing installation or replacement without shutting down connected equipment. The LC duplex connector ensures precise optical alignment and stable signal transmission.

Tested Compatibility with HPE SAN Infrastructure

As a genuine HPE Fibre Channel optic, the E7Y09A / 793443-001 transceiver is tested for interoperability with supported HPE Fibre Channel switches, host bus adapters, and storage systems. Using original HPE optics helps ensure firmware compatibility, predictable performance, and full vendor support.

Enterprise Reliability for Continuous Operation

Designed for always-on environments, this transceiver meets enterprise standards for durability and signal integrity. It provides consistent performance in mission-critical SAN deployments where uptime and data integrity are essential.

Key Features

• 16Gb Fibre Channel SFP+ transceiver

• Short-wave (SW) optical module

• Multimode fiber support

• LC duplex connector

• Hot-swappable SFP+ form factor

• Genuine HPE SAN networking component

Typical Use Cases

This transceiver is commonly deployed in enterprise SANs for connecting Fibre Channel switches, storage arrays, and servers in virtualization platforms, database environments, private clouds, and data center infrastructures.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is there a difference between E7Y09A and 793443-001?
No functional difference. Both part numbers refer to the same 16Gb SW Fibre Channel SFP+ transceiver. Differences usually relate to revision, packaging, or regional sourcing.

What type of fiber is required for this transceiver?
This module requires multimode fiber (OM3 or OM4) with LC connectors. It is not designed for single-mode fiber.

What is the maximum supported distance?
Typical supported distances are up to 100 meters on OM3 and up to 125 meters on OM4 fiber, depending on the environment and cabling quality.

Can this transceiver be hot-swapped?
Yes. The SFP+ form factor supports hot swapping, allowing replacement without powering down the device.

Is this compatible with non-HPE Fibre Channel equipment?
This transceiver is tested and supported with HPE Fibre Channel switches, HBAs, and storage systems. Compatibility with non-HPE equipment is not guaranteed and should be verified.