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HP 390456-B21 2Gb/s PCI-X Myricom Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
- Interface: PCI-X
- Data Transfer Rate: 2Gb/s Fibre Channel
- Port Configuration: Single Port
- Brand: HP
- Model: 390456-B21
- Designed for HP servers
- Enables connectivity to Fibre Channel SANs
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Product Overview
The HP 390456-B21 is a Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) that provides a 2Gb/s connection for servers. It utilizes the PCI-X interface, offering high bandwidth for storage area networks (SANs) and other high-speed I/O intensive applications.
Technical Information
| Interface | PCI-X |
| Data Transfer Rate | 2Gb/s Fibre Channel |
| Port Count | 1 |
Additional Specifications
| Brand | HP |
| Model | 390456-B21 |
Product Description
The HP 390456-B21 is a high-performance Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to facilitate robust connectivity between servers and storage area networks (SANs). Operating at a data transfer rate of 2Gb/s, this adapter ensures efficient and reliable data flow, which is critical for demanding enterprise applications such as databases, virtualization, and high-availability clusters. The PCI-X interface provides the necessary bandwidth to support these high-speed I/O operations, making it a suitable choice for servers requiring significant storage access. This specific model features a single Fibre Channel port, allowing for a direct connection to a Fibre Channel switch or fabric. The 2Gb/s speed offers a substantial improvement over older 1Gb/s solutions, reducing bottlenecks and improving overall system performance. The adapter is engineered by HP, a reputable vendor in server and networking hardware, ensuring compatibility and reliability within HP server environments and other systems that support PCI-X architecture. Installation and configuration of the HP 390456-B21 are typically straightforward, with drivers available for various operating systems. Its primary function is to extend the server's capabilities by providing a dedicated, high-speed path to shared storage resources, thereby enhancing data accessibility, scalability, and disaster recovery options. This HBA is a key component for building and expanding modern storage infrastructures.
