250-107-900 - EMC 4-Port 4Gb/s QPM Module

Description

The EMC 250-107-900 is a high-performance Host Bus Adapter (HBA) module designed to facilitate robust connectivity between servers and storage area networks (SANs). This specific module features four Fibre Channel ports, each capable of operating at a speed of 4 Gigabits per second (4Gb/s). Such high-speed interfaces are critical for enterprise environments where rapid access to large volumes of data stored on SANs is essential for application performance and overall system efficiency. Likely based on QLogic technology, as indicated by the 'QPM' designation (Quad Port Module), this HBA provides reliable and efficient data transfer pathways. It allows servers to communicate directly with storage devices like disk arrays and tape libraries over a Fibre Channel infrastructure. The multiple ports offer redundancy, load balancing, and the ability to connect to different storage fabrics or targets, enhancing the resilience and flexibility of the storage solution. This module is typically installed in compatible EMC storage systems or servers that support modular HBA installations. Its role is to abstract the complexities of the SAN from the server's operating system, presenting the storage as locally attached devices. The 4Gb/s speed, while not the latest generation, remains relevant for many storage applications requiring dependable and high-throughput connectivity to storage resources.

Condition: Refurbished