StarTech. com AJ717AST HPE AJ717A Compatible SFP+ Transceiver - 8G Fiber Channel WW & 8GbE Single-Mode LC - 10km
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This SFP+ transceiver operates at 8 Gbps for both Fiber Channel and Ethernet protocols, utilizing single-mode optical fiber with LC duplex connectors. The 1310nm wavelength enables reliable data transmission over distances up to 10 kilometers (6.2 miles), suitable for campus and metropolitan area network connections.
The module is fully MSA compliant and has been tested for compatibility with HPE SN6000, SN6500, SN8600B, and StoreFabric series switches. It also functions in third-party switches from manufacturers like Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, Supermicro, and TP-Link that accept uncoded MSA-compliant modules.
Relevant factors for this section include Application/Usage, Total Number of Ports, Connector Type, Interfaces/Ports Details. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
This transceiver combines OEM-level compatibility with third-party cost savings, offering enterprise-grade performance without vendor lock-in. The lifetime warranty covers the module for its entire operational life, providing exceptional value compared to typical limited warranties.
Tested Compatibility
Extensively tested in HPE networking environments to ensure plug-and-play operation without voiding OEM equipment warranties.
- Verified with HPE SN6000/6500/8600B switches
- Works with StoreFabric series
- MSA compliance ensures broad compatibility
Management & Monitoring
Digital Diagnostic Monitoring enables proactive network management by reporting temperature, voltage, bias current, and optical power levels.
- Integrates with SNMP tools
- Real-time performance data
- Early fault detection capabilities
Deployment / Use Cases
The AJ717AST transceiver is designed for fiber optic network segments requiring high bandwidth and extended reach. It serves as a direct replacement for HPE AJ717A modules in existing HPE networking infrastructure, enabling cost-effective maintenance and expansion of Fiber Channel storage area networks (SANs) and high-speed Ethernet backbones.
Typical deployments include data center interconnects, enterprise campus networks, storage network extensions, and telecommunications infrastructure where single-mode fiber is already installed. The 10-kilometer reach makes it suitable for connecting buildings across a campus or linking geographically separate facilities.
Data Center Interconnects
Connect storage arrays to servers over Fiber Channel or link switches across data hall aisles with high-speed 8GbE links.
Campus Network Backbones
Extend network segments between buildings using existing single-mode fiber infrastructure with reliable 10km reach.
Physical Profile
The compact SFP+ form factor measures just 0.50 × 0.50 × 2.30 inches (12.70 × 12.70 × 58.42 mm) and weighs less than an ounce. This small footprint allows high-density deployment in switch chassis without consuming excessive rack space. The hot-pluggable design enables installation and removal while equipment remains powered on, minimizing service interruptions during maintenance or upgrades.
- Width
- 0.50" (12.70 mm)
- Depth
- 2.30" (58.42 mm)
- Height
- 0.50" (12.70 mm)
- Weight
- 0.70 oz (19.84 g)
Highlights
- 100% compatible with HPE AJ717A switches and routers
- Supports both 8G Fiber Channel WW and 8 Gigabit Ethernet
- Single-mode LC connector with up to 10km (6.2mi) reach
- Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM) for SNMP management
- Hot-swappable, MSA-compliant SFP+ form factor
- Works with HPE SN6000, SN6500, SN8600B, StoreFabric series
- Also compatible with Ubiquiti, D-Link, Netgear, Supermicro, TP-Link switches
- Lifetime warranty on the transceiver module
- RoHS, REACH, and WEEE environmental compliance
- Made in China with global quality standards
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AJ717AST |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | HP AJ717A Compatible SFP+ Transceiver Module - 8GFC |
| Product Type | SFP+ |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Each |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Data Networking,Optical Network |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of Ports | 1 |
| Connector Type | LC |
| Interfaces/Ports Details | 1 x LC Duplex Fiber Channel Network |
| Media & Performance | |
| Media Type Supported | Optical Fiber |
| Fiber Mode Supported | Single-mode |
| Ethernet Technology | 8 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | Fiber Channel |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Hot-pluggable,Hot-swappable |
| Height | 0.50" (12.70 mm) |
| Width | 0.50" (12.70 mm) |
| Depth | 2.30" (58.42 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 0.70 oz (19.84 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | MSA Compliant HPE Routers HPE Switches: SN6000 SN6500 SN8600B StoreFabric |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS),Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH),Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
Is this transceiver compatible with HPE SN6000 series switches?
Yes, the StarTech.com AJ717AST is 100% compatible with HPE SN6000 series switches as well as SN6500, SN8600B, and StoreFabric models. It has been specifically tested for seamless operation in HPE networking environments and will not void your OEM equipment warranty.
What is the maximum distance this SFP+ transceiver can support?
This transceiver supports distances up to 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) over single-mode optical fiber. The 1310nm wavelength and LC duplex connector configuration enable reliable data transmission for campus and metropolitan area network applications.
Does this module support both Fiber Channel and Ethernet?
Yes, the transceiver supports both 8G Fiber Channel WW (World Wide) and 8 Gigabit Ethernet protocols. This dual-protocol capability makes it suitable for storage area networks (SANs) using Fiber Channel as well as high-speed Ethernet network segments.
What is Digital Diagnostic Monitoring (DDM) and how does it work?
Digital Diagnostic Monitoring is a feature that reports real-time performance parameters including temperature, voltage, bias current, and transmitted/received optical power. This data is accessible through SNMP network management tools, allowing administrators to monitor transceiver health and detect potential issues before they cause network problems.
Can I hot-swap this transceiver while the switch is powered on?
Yes, the module is designed as hot-pluggable and hot-swappable, meaning you can install or remove it while the networking equipment remains operational. This enables maintenance and upgrades without requiring network downtime or system reboots.
What does the lifetime warranty cover?
The lifetime warranty covers the transceiver module itself for its entire operational life, not limited to the life of your switch. This warranty provides long-term reliability assurance and is backed by StarTech.com's technical support available 5 days a week, 24 hours a day.
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