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HP AD525B StorageWorks 2Gb/s 2GB Fibre Channel Controller
- Interface: Fibre Channel (FC).
- Speed: 2Gb/s per port.
- Memory: 2GB onboard memory.
- Form Factor: PCI-X interface.
- Designed for connecting servers to SANs.
- Provides high-speed, reliable access to storage.
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Product Overview
The HP AD525B StorageWorks is a 2Gb/s Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) with 2GB of memory. It is designed to connect servers to Fibre Channel storage area networks (SANs).
Technical Information
| Product Type | Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
| Interface | Fibre Channel (FC) |
| Speed | 2Gb/s |
| Memory | 2GB |
Additional Specifications
| Bus Type | PCI-X |
| Brand | HP |
| Model | AD525B |
Product Description
The HP AD525B StorageWorks is a high-performance Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to facilitate seamless connectivity between servers and Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs). Operating at a speed of 2Gb/s per port, this adapter ensures rapid and efficient data transfer, which is crucial for demanding enterprise storage applications. The inclusion of 2GB of onboard memory enhances its capability to handle large data buffers and complex I/O operations, contributing to overall system performance and responsiveness. This HBA utilizes the PCI-X bus interface, a standard for high-bandwidth expansion slots in servers of its era. It is engineered to provide reliable and robust access to storage resources, enabling servers to communicate effectively with SAN-attached storage devices. The 2Gb/s Fibre Channel technology offers a dedicated, high-speed network for storage traffic, isolating it from general network congestion and ensuring consistent performance for critical data operations. The HP AD525B is an integral component for building or expanding storage infrastructure in environments that rely on Fibre Channel SANs. It is designed for enterprise-grade reliability and performance, making it suitable for mission-critical applications where data availability and access speed are paramount. This adapter allows servers to leverage the benefits of centralized storage, including improved data management, scalability, and disaster recovery capabilities.
