transceivers on the peer device, and LWL transceivers with LWL transceivers on the peer device. Port path
cabling must not exceed the stipulated total length or dB loss for reliable communications.
For a list of SFP+ transceivers supported on the IBM SAN48C-6 Switch, see SFP Transceiver
Specifications. SFP+ transceivers can be ordered either separately or with the IBM SAN48C-6 Switch.
Note: Use only IBM provided transceivers in the IBM SAN48C-6 switches. Each transceiver is encoded
with model information that enables the switch to verify that the transceiver meets the requirements for
the switch.
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