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Dell GK344 1-Port Fibre Channel 2Gb/s PCI Express Host Bus Adapter
- 1 x 2Gb/s Fibre Channel port
- PCI Express interface
- Connects servers to Fibre Channel SANs
- Provides reliable storage connectivity
- Suitable for entry-level SAN deployments
- Supports standard Fibre Channel protocols
- Offers dedicated bandwidth for storage traffic
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Product Overview
The Dell GK344 is a single-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) operating at 2Gb/s. It connects servers to Fibre Channel storage networks via a PCI Express interface.
Technical Information
| Number of Ports | 1 |
| Port Speed | 2Gb/s Fibre Channel |
| Interface | PCI Express |
Additional Specifications
| Host Bus Adapter Type | Fibre Channel |
| Brand | Dell |
| Model | GK344 |
Product Description
The Dell GK344 is a single-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to provide a reliable connection between servers and Fibre Channel storage area networks (SANs). Operating at a speed of 2Gb/s, this adapter is suitable for environments that require dedicated storage connectivity without the need for the highest bandwidth demands. It allows servers to access shared storage resources over a Fibre Channel fabric, offering advantages in terms of performance and manageability compared to direct-attached storage. The adapter utilizes a PCI Express interface, ensuring a direct and efficient connection to the server's motherboard. This interface provides sufficient bandwidth for the 2Gb/s Fibre Channel protocol, enabling consistent data transfer rates for storage operations. The GK344 supports standard Fibre Channel protocols, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of SAN switches and storage devices, making it a versatile component for various storage configurations. This HBA is an excellent choice for entry-level SAN deployments, departmental servers, or applications that benefit from consolidated storage but do not require the extreme throughput of higher-speed HBAs. Its simplicity and reliability make it a cost-effective solution for organizations looking to implement or expand their Fibre Channel storage infrastructure.
