WH558 - Dell 2GB Dual Port PCI-x Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter with Standard Bracket Card Only

Description

The Dell WH558 is a specialized Host Bus Adapter (HBA) engineered to provide robust and high-performance connectivity for Dell PowerEdge servers to Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs). Featuring two Fibre Channel ports, each capable of operating at a data transfer rate of 2Gb/s, this adapter ensures efficient and reliable access to shared storage resources. Its PCI Express interface allows for direct integration into compatible Dell PowerEdge servers, such as the PowerEdge 6850, providing a dedicated pathway for storage traffic. This HBA is crucial for environments that rely on SAN technology for centralized storage management, data redundancy, and high availability. By offloading storage operations from the server's main CPU, the WH558 enhances overall system performance and responsiveness. The 2Gb/s speed per port is suitable for demanding workloads that require fast and consistent data throughput, making it a valuable component for enterprise-level storage solutions. Installation of the Dell WH558 adapter enables the PowerEdge 6850 server to seamlessly connect to Fibre Channel switches and storage arrays. This facilitates advanced storage configurations, including data replication, disaster recovery, and high-availability clustering. As a genuine Dell part, it is designed and tested to meet the rigorous standards of enterprise computing, ensuring stability and compatibility within the Dell ecosystem.

Condition: Refurbished