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What Are The Different Types of QSFP+ (40GB) Transceivers & How Do They Work?

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There’s been a rapid evolution of gigabit ethernet and a growing demand for equipment that handles this advancement. Data centers are now migrating to blazing fast 40G, and QSFP+ transceivers as a necessary component in making sure high speed internet stays high speed.

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QSFP+ stands for Quad Small Form-Factor Pluggable Plus. A parallel and hot-swappable fiber optical module that provides high-density 40G connectivity options for high-performance computing networks and modern data centers. It has four independent receive and transmit optical channels that can terminate to another 40G QSFP+ transceiver, or can be distributed to four separate 10 Gigabit SFP+ transceivers. The QSFP+ modules , in a nutshell, connect the entire electrical circuitry of your system to an optical external network. [Read more…] about What Are The Different Types of QSFP+ (40GB) Transceivers & How Do They Work?

14 Additional Ways To GET MORE & SPEND LESS At CablesAndKits

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Yes, at CablesAndKits your dollar goes further with 40-60% discounts on physical IT infrastructure products like switches, routers, IP phones & transceiver modules. But, the savings don’t stop with our listed pricing. There are actually 14 other ways you can save even more of your precious dollars when you shop with CK. Below, we’ll walk you through your price saving options.

Get More. Spend Less. Partners In IT Procurement

1 – Join Our Email List & Follow Us On Social Media For Exclusive Coupon Codes

If you’re not on our mailing list, you’re missing out. In our “Get More. Spend Less.” marketing campaign, we’ve sent out coupons for switches, transceiver modules, and cabling. We recommend you stock these coupons up for easy access when you checkout on your next order.

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Infographic: Before You Buy IT Hardware Without a Lifetime Warranty, Read This

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When you buy IT infrastructure products, are you buying with or without a lifetime warranty?

When it comes to buying IT hardware, buying is about specs, price, and quality, usually in that order. Packaging, deals, and bells and whistles are nice, but they mean little if the product doesn’t meet the standards.

But what about warranties on the product? Are those a perk, or are a requirement? Do warranties really mean anything? [Read more…] about Infographic: Before You Buy IT Hardware Without a Lifetime Warranty, Read This

Get More. Spend Less. | Partners In IT Procurement

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As your one-stop IT acquisition shop, we want you to get the most return on your investment. The great news is we’ve tapped into the power of the refurb market to provide you with quality brand-name hardware you can rely on for mission-critical network operations.

When you buy from CablesAndKits, you get stronger products and added value to your purchase. You also get these extra benefits paying less. So, in a sense, you get the best of both worlds. Let us explain.

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2 Reasons (besides price) to buy refurbished IT hardware

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If you’re the guy in charge of making office hardware purchase decisions, you automatically organize products from highest to lowest quality. Brand new servers and peripherals go at the top of the list, and then used or refurbished stuff goes near the bottom. Then you pick the highest quality option within your budget.

And while we’re sure you rarely make mistakes, there may be a factor or two you’re leaving out that could improve the quality of product you buy.

Refurbished IT hardware always passes the lemon test

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PoE vs. PoE+: What is the Best Switch to Meet your Network Needs?

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If you’re new to networking, you might be wondering what in the world is the difference between PoE and PoE+ switches. And, why should I care?

With numerous variations of series, port counts, sizes, and types of switches out there, it’s challenging for the non-technical elite to make sense of it all. So, we’ve rounded up some knowledge and insights to help you understand what a PoE switch is and how it’s different than the plus version. By the time you finish this post, you’ll be mentally sparring with the best CTO’s out there.

Power-over-Ethernet, often referred to as PoE, is a system used to distribute data and power to a targeted network of devices via safe Ethernet cabling. It uses basic copper cables and a switch to send power to the network. Recently, PoE+ has also become popular. Use this guide to help you determine which one best meets your needs.

If you love to see Jonathan’s shiny forehead, we’ve got a lovely video of him communicating a few tidbits about PoE in this video about our WS-C2960X-48FPS-L 48-port switch.

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