D596M - Dell LightPulse 8GB Single Port Fibre PCI Express with Transceiver

Description

The Dell D596M, featuring the Emulex LPe12000 LightPulse controller, is a high-performance 8Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA). This single-port adapter is designed to provide robust and efficient connectivity between servers and Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs). The 8Gbps Fibre Channel speed offers significant bandwidth, enabling faster data access and improved application performance, which is crucial for demanding enterprise workloads like virtualization, databases, and high-transaction environments. Utilizing the PCI Express (PCIe) interface, the D596M ensures high throughput and low latency, allowing the HBA to operate at its maximum potential. The PCIe bus architecture provides ample bandwidth to support the 8Gbps Fibre Channel speeds, making it suitable for modern server infrastructure. The single-port design is ideal for configurations where space or cost is a consideration, while still delivering the performance required for many enterprise storage needs. Emulex's LightPulse technology is known for its reliability, advanced features, and robust driver support across various operating systems. This makes the Dell D596M a dependable choice for mission-critical applications that require consistent and high-speed access to storage. It is designed to integrate seamlessly into existing SAN environments, providing a reliable link to storage resources and enhancing overall data center efficiency.

Condition: Refurbished