00E0806 - IBM 8GB/s Dual Port PCI-Express x8 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter

Description

The IBM 8Gb/s Dual Port PCI-Express x8 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter, identified by the partial SKU '8GB/s' and associated title '00E0806', is a critical component for high-performance storage area networks (SANs). This adapter provides two independent Fibre Channel ports, each capable of operating at speeds up to 8Gb/s, ensuring substantial bandwidth for data-intensive applications. The PCI Express x8 interface maximizes data throughput between the host server and the storage network, making it suitable for demanding enterprise workloads. This HBA is designed to offload storage protocol processing from the server's CPU, thereby improving overall system performance and efficiency. Its dual-port design offers redundancy and increased throughput, crucial for mission-critical applications where high availability and reliable access to data are paramount. The adapter supports various Fibre Channel features and protocols, enabling seamless integration into existing SAN environments and facilitating robust connectivity to storage arrays. As an IBM product, this Fibre Channel adapter is built to meet the rigorous standards of enterprise data centers. It is an essential piece of hardware for servers requiring fast, reliable, and scalable connectivity to storage systems, supporting applications such as virtualization, databases, and high-performance computing. The combination of 8Gb/s speed, PCIe x8 interface, and dual-port architecture makes it a powerful solution for modern SAN deployments.

Condition: Refurbished