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HP 98658A SCSI Host Bus Adapter
- SCSI Host Bus Adapter
- Provides SCSI connectivity
- Enables data transfer to SCSI devices
- Compatible with various SCSI standards
- Designed for server and workstation integration
- Reliable interface for storage peripherals
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Product Overview
The HP 98658A is a SCSI Host Bus Adapter (HBA). It provides a connection interface for SCSI devices to a computer system, enabling data transfer between the host and storage peripherals.
Technical Information
| Product Type | SCSI Host Bus Adapter |
| Interface | SCSI |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | PCI/PCI-X (typical for this era) |
Product Description
The HP 98658A is a SCSI Host Bus Adapter (HBA) that serves as an interface between a computer system's bus and SCSI peripheral devices. This adapter allows servers and workstations to communicate with and control SCSI storage devices, such as hard drives, tape drives, and optical drives. By providing a dedicated SCSI controller, the HBA offloads I/O processing from the main CPU, improving overall system performance. This adapter is designed to support various SCSI protocols and standards prevalent during its time, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of SCSI devices. The integration of an HBA is crucial for systems requiring high-speed, reliable data transfer to and from storage. It facilitates the expansion of storage capacity and the implementation of robust data management solutions. The 98658A represents a fundamental component for building or expanding SCSI-based storage systems. Its role is to ensure efficient and dependable communication between the host computer and its connected SCSI peripherals, making it a key element in many server and workstation configurations that rely on this interface.
