HPE MSA 10Gb Short Range iSCSI SFP+ 4-pack Transceiver

The HPE C8R25B is a four pack of SFP+ transceiver modules designed for administrators who run HPE MSA storage and need dependable 10 gigabit iSCSI links inside the data center. Each module slides into an open SFP+ port on an MSA controller or a compatible switch and immediately provides a 10GBase SR connection, so you can move large volumes of data between storage and servers without waiting on slower copper or one gigabit links.

Because the modules are tuned for short range fiber, they excel at links confined to the same rack or adjacent racks where latency needs to stay as low as possible. Typical scenarios include cabling an HPE MSA array to a top-of-rack switch, linking primary and secondary controllers, or reserving quick failover paths. The optical interface keeps electrical noise out of the equation, an advantage in high-density environments where copper cabling can become a source of interference.

The kit ships as four identical transceivers, giving you flexibility to populate multiple ports on day one, hold spares in inventory, or scale as storage needs grow. Installation requires no special tools or firmware tweaks; matching hardware and firmware versions are already baked into the design for MSA systems, so the modules are recognized and usable right after they click into place.

Whether you manage a small department rack or a larger data center aisle, the C8R25B pack provides a straightforward way to standardize on 10 gigabit fiber for block storage traffic, reduce downtime risk, and keep spare parts within arm’s reach.

Highlights:

• Four SFP+ transceiver modules in one pack
• Supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet over 10GBase SR fiber
• Optimized for iSCSI traffic on HPE MSA storage systems
• Short range design ideal for in-rack or adjacent rack connections
• Hot-swappable plug-in form factor for quick installation