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Dell 42D0487-LP LightPulse 1-Ports FC 8GB/s PCIe2.0 x8 HBA

SKU 42D0487-LP
Brand Dell
  • Single-port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity
  • Dell LightPulse technology
  • PCIe 2.0 x8 interface for high bandwidth
  • Optimized for Dell PowerEdge servers
  • Enables high-performance access to SANs
  • Supports reliable data transfer
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Key specifications

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Port Count
1
Data Rate
8Gb/s Fibre Channel
Interface
PCI Express 2.0 x8
Form Factor
Low Profile
Manufacturer
Dell

Product details

The Dell 42D0487-LP LightPulse is a single-port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) with a PCIe 2.0 x8 interface. It is designed for Dell servers to provide high-speed connectivity to Fibre Channel storage networks.

Technical Information

Port Count1
Data Rate8Gb/s Fibre Channel
InterfacePCI Express 2.0 x8

Additional Specifications

Form FactorLow Profile
ManufacturerDell

Description

The Dell 42D0487-LP, featuring Dell's LightPulse technology, is a high-performance single-port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to enhance connectivity for Dell PowerEdge servers. This adapter utilizes a PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface, providing substantial bandwidth to ensure rapid and efficient communication with Fibre Channel storage area networks (SANs). Its design is optimized for seamless integration within the Dell server ecosystem, delivering reliable performance for critical enterprise applications. This HBA is engineered to meet the demanding requirements of modern data centers, offering robust data transfer capabilities and high availability. The 8Gb/s Fibre Channel speed allows for significantly faster data access and throughput compared to lower-speed interfaces, which is crucial for intensive workloads such as virtualization, databases, and high-performance computing. The PCIe 2.0 x8 interface further complements this by providing ample bandwidth for data-intensive operations. The low-profile form factor of the 42D0487-LP makes it suitable for installation in a wider range of Dell server chassis, including those with limited internal space. This versatility, combined with its high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity, makes it an excellent choice for organizations looking to upgrade their storage infrastructure for improved performance, scalability, and reliability.

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