GBICs, Mini-GBIC's & Xenpaks

Gigabit Interface Converters are transceivers that convert serial electric signals to serial optical signals and vice versa. In networking, a GBIC is used to interface a fiber optic system with an Ethernet system, such as Fiber Channel and Gigabit Ethernet. A GBIC allows designers to adapt one type of device that can be used for either optical or copper applications. GBICs also are hot-swappable, which adds to the ease of upgrading electro-optical communication networks.

The latest products in this category are SFP and XENPAKs, although "Xenpak" is actually an industry GBIC standard under the Multisource Agreement (MSA). Instigated by Agilent Technologies and Agere Systems, Xenpak defines a fiber-optic transceiver module which conforms to the 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10 GbE) standard as laid down by the IEEE 802.3ae.

ASA Technology stocks a complete line GBICs, SFP, CWDM, XFP and Xenpaks. We recognize that for many clients, price is the most important factor. That's why we market an extensive line of third party GBIC products under the Geebic brand, usually about one-third the cost of the same OEM item! The products are extensively tested and exceeds other 3rd Party transceivers available in the market today. The key word when thinking about third party GBIC products from ASA Technology Ltd. is COMPATIBILITY. We guarantee compatibility of Geebic branded products in all major switches including: Cisco, hp, Juniper, etc. as long as they are used in the platform they were designed, manufactured and tested for. System Compatibility information is clearly indicated on the product packaging. To see more information about the Geebic branded products click here.

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Geebic products carry a 2 years replacement warranty except if damage is man-made or caused by environmental conditions that exceed production standards (including exposure to high temperature, humidity, high voltage or lightning). The warranty period begins on invoice date. For repairs to products beyond the warranty period, or products not meeting the replacement warranty conditions, ASA will charge a reasonable fee.

Agilent Technologies designs and manufactures test, measurement and monitoring instruments, systems and solutions, and semiconductor and optical components. The company is renowned for outstanding quality, while serving diverse markets that include communications, electronics, and life sciences. ASA Technology offers a 90-day replacement warranty for Agilent GBIC products.

Cisco GBICs and SFP modules from ASA Technology are guaranteed to be Compatible with Cisco switches and routers. ASA Technology offers a 90-day replacement warranty on all Cisco original GBICs and SFPs.

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