HP 33F8C-HP 1-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s PCI Express Host Bus Adapter for PowerEdge R420

Product Description

The HP 33F8C-HP is a single-port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) that enables connectivity between a server and a Fibre Channel Storage Area Network (SAN). Despite the 'HP' in the title, the compatibility is specified for the Dell PowerEdge R420 server, indicating it's an adapter designed to work within that specific server platform, possibly as an OEM or compatible part. The 8Gb/s speed provides a substantial data transfer rate suitable for many enterprise storage needs, offering a balance between performance and cost. This HBA utilizes a PCI Express interface, ensuring a high-bandwidth connection to the server's motherboard. The single-port design is typically suited for environments where redundancy is managed at a higher level or for less critical storage access points. Its primary function is to translate server data into Fibre Channel protocol for transmission over optical or copper cabling to SAN storage devices. The 33F8C part number identifies this specific adapter. Its inclusion in the Dell PowerEdge R420 server allows organizations to leverage SAN storage for improved data management, scalability, and performance. This adapter is a key component for servers requiring direct access to block-level storage over a Fibre Channel fabric.