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HP AD221-80001 2-Ports 1000Base-T 2 x Dual Personality RJ-45/PCI Fibre Channel 4Gb/s PCI Express 2.0...
- 2 x Dual Personality Ports
- Supports 4Gb/s Fibre Channel
- Ports configurable as 1000Base-T (RJ-45) or Fibre Channel
- PCI Express 2.0 interface
- Designed for server connectivity
- Provides flexible I/O options
- HP branded for reliability
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Product Overview
The HP AD221-80001 is a dual-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) that supports 4Gb/s speeds. It features two ports that can operate as either 1000Base-T (RJ-45) or PCI Fibre Channel, offering versatile connectivity options for servers.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
| Ports | 2 x Dual Personality (1000Base-T / Fibre Channel) |
| Speed | 4Gb/s Fibre Channel / 1000Base-T |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | PCI Express 2.0 |
| Connector | RJ-45 / LC (for FC) |
Product Description
The HP AD221-80001 is a versatile Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to provide high-speed connectivity for servers. It features two 'dual personality' ports, offering remarkable flexibility in network configuration. Each port can be independently configured to operate either as a standard 1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet port using an RJ-45 connector, or as a 4Gb/s Fibre Channel port, typically utilizing an LC connector for optical transceivers. This dual-functionality allows administrators to adapt the server's network interface to evolving infrastructure needs without requiring a hardware change. Operating over a PCI Express 2.0 interface, the AD221-80001 ensures sufficient bandwidth to support its 4Gb/s Fibre Channel capabilities and Gigabit Ethernet speeds. This makes it suitable for connecting servers to storage area networks (SANs) via Fibre Channel or integrating them into high-speed Ethernet networks. The 4Gb/s Fibre Channel speed is a robust standard for many enterprise storage applications, providing reliable and efficient data transfer between servers and storage arrays. This HBA is an excellent choice for environments that require flexible I/O options or for consolidating network interface cards. Its ability to serve dual roles simplifies server configurations and can potentially reduce hardware costs. The HP branding signifies a commitment to quality and compatibility within HP server ecosystems, ensuring reliable performance for critical business operations.
