Axiom DS-SFP-FC8G-ER-AX 8 Gbps SFP+ | Fibre Channel, Cisco — DS-SFP-FC8G-ER-AX

Keep storage traffic moving across distance with an extended-reach Fibre Channel transceiver built for Cisco platforms. The Axiom DS-SFP-FC8G-ER-AX supports 2, 4, and 8 Gbps Fibre Channel operation, giving infrastructure teams a practical way to extend SAN connectivity without changing the architecture around it. This module is designed for environments where link distance matters as much as throughput. Use it to connect switches, storage arrays, and remote Fibre Channel endpoints over longer runs while preserving the performance profile expected from enterprise SAN infrastructure. The LC duplex interface and 1530 nm optics align with established long-reach Fibre Channel deployments. For teams standardizing on Cisco-compatible optics, this Axiom transceiver offers a focused fit: the right speed, the right reach, and the right connector type for production storage networks. It is a straightforward choice when the cost of downtime, re-cabling, or redesign is higher than the cost of specifying the correct module up front. Ideal For Extend Fibre Channel SAN connectivity between buildings on a campus Support disaster recovery storage links over longer optical runs Connect remote storage arrays to Cisco Fibre Channel switches Standardize replacement optics for Cisco-based SAN environments Why This Product 1 Built for longer Fibre Channel runs instead of short-reach campus optics 2 Supports 2, 4, and 8 Gbps operation for mixed SAN environments 3 Uses LC duplex single-mode optics for established enterprise deployments 4 Matches Cisco-compatible Fibre Channel requirements without over-specifying the link