This Sun SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 delivers Network Adapters functionality and is built for 24/7 enterprise duty cycles. Technical specifications include capacity of 8 GB, interface of Fibre Channel, data rate of 8 Gb/s, ports of 2. Workload fit covers VMware NSX overlay networking, Kubernetes pod-to-pod east-west bandwidth, Storage Replica replication, and high-throughput backup network paths between ToR switches and backup targets. Pro Disk Network maintains the SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 in our enterprise inventory and verifies each unit against manufacturer datasheet specifications prior to listing. New stock ships factory-sealed where available; refurbished units are tested under load before dispatch and ship with a 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty. Same-day dispatch on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET; free standard ground shipping on US orders over $150.
The SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 is a Sun network adapters component with capacity 8 GB, interface Fibre Channel, data rate 8 Gb/s. Pricing on the SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 is quote-based — email sales@prodisknetwork.com or use our live chat for a quote within one business day.
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Quick Answer: Is the SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 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 SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 ship?
If in stock, the SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 ships same business day on US orders placed before 3 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
The SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 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.
Spine-Leaf Fabric — Top-of-rack 25G/100G aggregation between leaf and spine switches. Match speed and form factor across both endpoints.
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.
What is the SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8?
The SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 is a Sun enterprise networking device with capacity 8 GB and interface Fibre Channel, manufactured by Sun. 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 SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8
Pros
Matched-pair option for redundant link orders
Cabling and DAC/AOC labels clearly mark optic class
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 SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8
Is the SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 a genuine Sun part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 as factory-original Sun inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Sun servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Is the SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 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 SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 ship?
If in stock, the SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 ships same business day on US orders placed before 3 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
What is the warranty on the SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8?
New SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 units carry the full Sun 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 SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Other parts that share the SG series prefix — useful when sourcing matched lots, hot-spare pools, or capacity-tier expansions.
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SG-XPCI2FC-QF2-Z — SG-XPCI2FC-QF2-Z - Sun StorEdge QLA2342A Fiber Channel Host Bus Adapter - 2 x LC - PCI-X - 2 Gbps — $138.95
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Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: Network Adapters
Optic Coding, Vendor Lock-In, and Multi-Vendor Compatibility
Networking optics — SFP, SFP+, QSFP+, QSFP28 — are physically interoperable across vendors but logically restricted by firmware coding. The SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 is coded for a specific vendor family at our factory step before shipping, which preserves the OEM warranty workflow and allows the optic to be recognised without ‘service unsupported-transceiver’ CLI overrides. Mixing third-party optics with same-vendor optics in the same chassis is safe; mixing across vendor codings sometimes triggers warnings in the switch log.
Bandwidth Sizing for Spine-Leaf, EVPN-VXLAN, and Hyperconverged Storage
For EVPN-VXLAN overlays, the SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 carries the underlay tunnels in addition to the workload traffic. Plan for VXLAN encapsulation overhead (50 bytes) plus MTU headroom; set the underlay MTU to 9216 (jumbo frames) and the overlay MTU to 9000. Make sure both the SG-XPCI-ExpressE2FC-QF8 and the connected NICs support jumbo frames — some older NICs cap at 9000-byte payloads even when jumbo-enabled.