HPE C8R24B 25GbE SFP28 Transceiver (MPN 602524)

What It Is

The HPE C8R24B is an HPE 16Gb Short Wave Transceiver Kit, comprising four SFP+ optical transceivers designed exclusively for use with MSA2050/2052 storage systems (part numbers Q1J00A, Q1J01A, Q1J02A, Q1J03A). This kit provides short-wave fiber connectivity for server storage environments, supporting 16Gb Fibre Channel data rates. It is a factory-authorized accessory for the specified HPE MSA platforms.

Technical Details

• Connector type: SFP+
• Simplex support: No
• Duplex support: Yes
• Power supply: 3.3 V
• Housing material: Metal
• Color: Grey
• Kit contents: 4 transceivers per kit

Configuration & Options

• Kit includes four (4) individual SFP+ transceivers.
• Compatibility is limited to HPE MSA2050/2052 storage controllers with the listed option part numbers (Q1J00A, Q1J01A, Q1J02A, Q1J03A).
• No additional cables or accessories are included in this kit.
• Transceivers are pre-configured for short-wave (multi-mode fiber) transmission.
• Intended for use as a replacement or expansion set within the specified MSA storage systems.

Operating Conditions

This transceiver kit is designed for deployment in data center or server room environments where HPE MSA2050/2052 storage arrays are installed. It supports short-wave optical links over multi-mode fiber, suitable for intra-rack or short-distance inter-rack connections. Operates under standard enterprise IT equipment power and thermal conditions (3.3 V supply, metal housing for heat dissipation). Not intended for long-haul or single-mode fiber applications.