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HP A9784AR 1 x Port 2GB FC + 1 x Port 1000Base-T PCI-X HBA
- 1 x 2GB Fibre Channel port
- 1 x 1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet port
- PCI-X interface
- Combines FC and Ethernet connectivity on one card
- Suitable for servers requiring both storage and network access
- Supports legacy server environments
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Product Overview
The HP A9784AR is a versatile Host Bus Adapter (HBA) featuring a dual-port design. It offers one 2GB Fibre Channel (FC) port for SAN connectivity and one 1000Base-T Ethernet port for network connectivity, both on a PCI-X interface.
Technical Information
| Port 1 Type | Fibre Channel |
| Port 1 Data Rate | 2GB/s |
| Port 2 Type | 1000Base-T Ethernet |
Additional Specifications
| Number of Ports | 2 (1 FC, 1 Ethernet) |
| Bus Type | PCI-X |
| Form Factor | Standard PCIe Card |
Product Description
The HP A9784AR is a unique Host Bus Adapter that consolidates two distinct types of connectivity onto a single expansion card. It is equipped with a 2GB Fibre Channel port, designed to interface with Storage Area Networks (SANs), and a 1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet port for standard network communication. This dual-functionality makes it an efficient solution for servers that need to connect to both storage and the local area network using a single PCI-X slot. This adapter is particularly useful in environments where server consolidation or resource optimization is a priority. By integrating both Fibre Channel and Ethernet capabilities, it reduces the number of physical cards required in a server, freeing up valuable expansion slots for other components. The 2GB Fibre Channel speed, while not the fastest available, provides adequate performance for many SAN applications, and the Gigabit Ethernet port ensures reliable network connectivity for data transfer and management. Designed for compatibility with servers utilizing the PCI-X bus architecture, the HP A9784AR is a valuable component for maintaining and upgrading older server infrastructures. It offers a practical way to ensure that legacy systems can still access modern storage solutions and participate effectively in the network, making it a versatile choice for IT professionals managing diverse hardware environments.
