488081-001 - HP QMH4062 1GbE iSCSI Adapter by Qlogic

Description

The HP 488081-001, also known as the QMH4062, is a specialized network interface card engineered to bring iSCSI (Internet Small Computer System Interface) capabilities directly into HP's C-Class BladeSystem servers. This mezzanine form factor card plugs directly into the blade server's motherboard, optimizing space and connectivity within the dense blade environment. Its dual 1Gb ports ensure redundancy and increased throughput for storage traffic, making it a robust solution for environments requiring direct access to storage area networks. Leveraging the iSCSI protocol, this HBA allows block-level storage access over standard Ethernet networks. This eliminates the need for dedicated Fibre Channel infrastructure in many scenarios, offering a cost-effective and flexible approach to storage consolidation. The QMH4062 acts as an iSCSI initiator, enabling the blade server to discover, connect to, and manage storage devices as if they were locally attached. This adapter is crucial for businesses looking to build scalable and efficient storage solutions with their HP C-Class BladeSystem. It facilitates high-performance data access for applications, databases, and virtualization environments, contributing to overall server and storage performance. The dual-channel design enhances reliability and provides a pathway for load balancing or failover, ensuring continuous access to critical data.

Condition: Refurbished