{"product_id":"hpe-b-series-4x16gb-shortwave-qsfp-16-pack","title":"HPE B-series 4x16Gb Shortwave QSFP 16-Pack","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE B-series 4x16Gb Shortwave QSFP 16-Pack\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE B-series 4x16Gb Shortwave QSFP\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers high-performance 16 Gb Fibre Channel connectivity for enterprise storage and data center environments. This 16-pack of optical transceiver modules provides \u003cstrong\u003efour 16 Gb channels per module\u003c\/strong\u003e in a compact QSFP form factor, enabling dense, scalable deployments without compromising speed or reliability. Ideal for organizations requiring reliable shortwave optical connectivity across multiple switches and storage arrays, these transceivers support mission-critical applications with proven HPE quality and compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour 16 Gb Fibre Channel channels in single QSFP module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShortwave optical transceiver technology for reliable connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16-pack quantity for high-density infrastructure deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise-grade HPE B-series design and performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized for storage networking and data center environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact form factor reduces physical footprint in switch chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH6Z76AR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB-series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 Gb Fibre Channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannels per Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQSFP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShortwave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity per Pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 modules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Networking, Data Center Connectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a QSFP shortwave transceiver used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQSFP shortwave transceivers like the HPE B-series module are used for high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity in storage area networks (SANs) and data centers. The shortwave optical technology enables reliable communication over shorter distances while maintaining 16 Gb performance, making them ideal for switch-to-storage and switch-to-server connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose a 16-pack of HPE B-series QSFP modules?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 16-pack provides cost-effective provisioning for large-scale deployments. With four channels per module, a single 16-pack delivers 64 total Fibre Channel connections, reducing procurement complexity and ensuring consistent HPE quality across your infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre HPE B-series 4x16Gb Shortwave QSFP modules compatible with existing HPE switches?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, HPE B-series optical transceivers are designed for compatibility with HPE SAN switches and storage systems. Always verify compatibility with your specific switch model and firmware version before deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat distance does shortwave Fibre Channel support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShortwave optical technology typically supports distances up to 300 meters, making it suitable for in-datacenter and campus-area connectivity where longer-distance wavelengths are not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41695693275211,"sku":"H6Z76AR","price":70432.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/HPE-B-series-4x16Gb-Shortwave-QSFP-16-Pack.jpg?v=1787317607","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.com\/products\/hpe-b-series-4x16gb-shortwave-qsfp-16-pack","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}