IBM part number PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N identifies the PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N - IBM 850nm 4GB/s Short Wave Fibre Channel Transceiver Module, an enterprise-grade Transceiver unit appropriate for data-center, server-room, and workstation deployment. Technical specifications include capacity of 4 GB, interface of Fibre Channel, data rate of 4 Gb/s, wavelength of 850 nm. Typical use cases include enterprise LAN core-distribution-access architecture, hyperconverged cluster east-west traffic, SAN fabric uplinks, and replacement of EOL/EOSL networking infrastructure under existing OEM warranty contracts. Pro Disk Network sources the PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N through reputable distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Each unit ships from a US fulfillment hub (Hillsboro OR, Atlanta GA, or Phoenix AZ) with same-day dispatch on in-stock orders before 3pm ET. 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.
The PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N is a IBM transceiver component with capacity 4 GB, interface Fibre Channel, data rate 4 Gb/s. Pro Disk Network sells the PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N for $85.82 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
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Quick Answer: Is the PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N ship?
PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
The PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Server Uplink — 10G/25G server-to-leaf uplink — pair with matching DAC or AOC at the host NIC to avoid optic mismatch.
DCI (Data Center Interconnect) — Inter-DC routing or aggregation. LR4/LR8 transceivers for 10–80 km, ER4 for 40 km, ZR4 for coherent long-haul.
Campus Distribution — Catalyst-class campus distribution between IDF and MDF closets. PoE+ where wireless APs and IP phones share infrastructure.
Branch / Edge — Smaller form-factor switches and routers for branch sites. SD-WAN-compatible or static-VPN-attached as the architecture dictates.
What is the PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N?
The PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N is a IBM network interface module with capacity 4 GB and interface Fibre Channel, manufactured by IBM. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N
Pros
Same-day US shipping cuts deployment downtime
Cons
Not for hyperscale ZR coherent — different SKU family
Some vendors deprecate firmware on EOL part numbers
Mismatched optic+switch firmware can require manual override
Frequently Asked Questions about PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N
Is the PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N a genuine IBM part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N as factory-original IBM inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned IBM servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Is the PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N ship?
PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N?
New PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N units carry the full IBM manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Optic Coding, Vendor Lock-In, and Multi-Vendor Compatibility
For Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS switches, the PLRXPL-VE-SG4-64-N works out-of-box if coded for Cisco; for Aruba ArubaOS-CX, code for HPE/Aruba; for Juniper Junos, code for Juniper. Pro Disk Network confirms the target vendor coding at order time and applies it before shipping. Misordered coding can be flashed in the field but the lead time is longer than ordering correctly the first time.
Bandwidth Sizing for Spine-Leaf, EVPN-VXLAN, and Hyperconverged Storage
Document optic types and bandwidth in your network drawings: SR-SR for intra-rack, LR-LR for inter-rack and DCI, ZR4 for long-haul coherent. Mismatched optic-distance ratings is the most common cause of intermittent link errors that look like cable problems but aren't.