Dell 544-BBCV Emulex LPm31002 Dual-Ports 16Gb Fibre Mini-Mezz Card

Product Description

The Dell 544-BBCV, identified by its Emulex LPm31002 controller, is a high-performance dual-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA). This card is engineered to provide robust and efficient connectivity to Storage Area Networks (SANs), enabling servers to communicate with storage devices at high speeds. The 16Gbps per port capability ensures that data transfer rates are maximized, which is crucial for demanding applications such as databases, virtualization environments, and high-performance computing. Designed in a Mini-Mezzanine form factor, this HBA is specifically intended for integration into compatible Dell server chassis that utilize this particular mezzanine slot. This compact design allows for efficient use of internal server space while delivering enterprise-grade storage connectivity. The dual-port configuration offers redundancy and increased bandwidth, allowing for failover capabilities and load balancing across storage paths, thereby enhancing the overall availability and performance of the storage infrastructure. As a component from Dell, the 544-BBCV is built to meet the rigorous standards of enterprise IT environments. It supports the Fibre Channel protocol, the industry standard for high-speed data transfer in SANs. This adapter is essential for organizations looking to build or upgrade their storage infrastructure, ensuring reliable and fast access to critical data resources.