A8003AB - HP StorageWorks FC2242SR 4GB Dual Port Fiber Channel PCI Express Host Bus Adapter

SKU A8003AB

Brand HP

Interface: PCI Express
Speed: 4Gb/s Fibre Channel
Ports: 2 x Fibre Channel
Model: FC2242SR
Supports dual-port connectivity for redundancy and increased throughput
Optimized for HP ProLiant servers
Provides high-performance SAN connectivity

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Product Type: Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
Brand: HP
Model: StorageWorks FC2242SR A8003AB
Interface Type: PCI Express
Data Transfer Rate: 4Gb/s Fibre Channel
Ports: 2 x Fibre Channel

Product details

The HP A8003AB StorageWorks FC2242SR is a dual-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter that operates at 4Gb/s. It utilizes a PCI Express interface, offering enhanced bandwidth and lower latency compared to older bus technologies. This adapter is designed for servers requiring high-speed, reliable connectivity to storage area networks.

Technical Information

Product Type	Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
Brand	HP
Model	StorageWorks FC2242SR A8003AB

Additional Specifications

Interface Type	PCI Express
Data Transfer Rate	4Gb/s Fibre Channel
Ports	2 x Fibre Channel

Description

The HP A8003AB StorageWorks FC2242SR Host Bus Adapter is a high-performance networking component designed for enterprise storage solutions. It features two Fibre Channel ports, each capable of operating at a data transfer rate of 4Gb/s, providing significant bandwidth for demanding applications and high-availability configurations. The adapter leverages the PCI Express interface, which offers superior performance characteristics, including increased throughput and reduced latency, compared to older PCI bus technologies. This dual-port configuration is particularly beneficial for environments that require redundancy and load balancing in their storage area network (SAN) infrastructure. By connecting to two separate SAN fabrics or switches, the FC2242SR ensures continuous data access even in the event of a single path failure. This enhances the overall resilience and availability of critical data and applications. The HP A8003AB is optimized for integration with HP ProLiant servers, ensuring seamless compatibility and performance. It is an essential component for businesses looking to build or upgrade their SAN infrastructure, providing a reliable and fast connection to storage arrays and enabling efficient data management for virtualized environments, databases, and other data-intensive workloads.

Condition: Refurbished