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Dell 8HCTV 2 x Ports 1000Base-SX Fibre Channel PCI Express x1 Network Adapter Card
- Dual 1000Base-SX Fibre Channel ports
- PCI Express x1 interface
- Designed for Fibre Channel SAN environments
- Provides high-speed storage connectivity
- Supports short-wavelength optical transceivers
- Enables reliable data transfer for storage
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Product Overview
The Dell 8HCTV is a Fibre Channel network adapter card designed for high-speed storage area networks. It features two 1000Base-SX ports, providing reliable and low-latency connectivity for Fibre Channel storage devices.
Technical Information
| Port Type | 1000Base-SX Fibre Channel |
| Number of Ports | 2 |
| Interface | PCI Express x1 |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Standard PCIe Card |
| Application | Fibre Channel SAN |
Product Description
The Dell 8HCTV is a specialized network adapter card built to facilitate high-speed communication within Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs). Equipped with two 1000Base-SX ports, this card is designed to connect servers to Fibre Channel storage arrays, enabling efficient and reliable block-level data access. The 1000Base-SX standard utilizes short-wavelength optics, typically over multi-mode fiber, making it suitable for shorter distances within a data center. This adapter utilizes a PCI Express x1 interface, providing sufficient bandwidth for its intended Fibre Channel operations. It is crucial for environments that rely on the robust and mature Fibre Channel protocol for their storage infrastructure, offering features like non-disruptive data transfers and advanced error detection. The dual-port design enhances redundancy and allows for load balancing or increased throughput in demanding SAN configurations. As a Dell-branded component, the 8HCTV is engineered for compatibility and optimal performance within Dell server and storage ecosystems. It serves as a vital link for applications requiring high availability and consistent performance from their storage resources, such as databases, virtualization platforms, and high-transaction environments. Its specific focus on Fibre Channel ensures specialized performance characteristics tailored for storage networking needs.