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HP AK344AH StorageWorks 81Q 1-Port FC 8Gb/s PCI-E 2.0 x8 S-W HBA
- Interface: PCI-Express 2.0 x8
- Port Count: 1-Port
- Data Rate: 8Gb/s Fibre Channel
- Product Line: StorageWorks
- Model: 81Q
- Part Number: AK344AH
- Type: Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
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Product Overview
The HP AK344AH is a StorageWorks 81Q Host Bus Adapter (HBA). It features a single port for 8Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity and connects via a PCI-Express 2.0 x8 interface.
Technical Information
| Interface Type | PCI-Express 2.0 x8 |
| Port Configuration | 1-Port |
| Fibre Channel Speed | 8Gb/s |
Additional Specifications
| Product Family | StorageWorks |
| Model Number | 81Q |
| Adapter Type | Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
Product Description
The HP AK344AH, a member of the StorageWorks 81Q family, is a high-performance Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to provide robust Fibre Channel connectivity for servers. This adapter utilizes a PCI-Express 2.0 x8 interface, ensuring high bandwidth and low latency communication with the server's motherboard. The single-port design simplifies deployment while delivering dedicated 8Gb/s Fibre Channel speeds, making it ideal for connecting to storage area networks (SANs). This HBA is crucial for environments that rely on high-speed, reliable storage access. The 8Gb/s Fibre Channel technology offers significant throughput, enabling faster data transfers for demanding applications such as databases, virtualization, and high-performance computing. Its compatibility with the PCI-Express 2.0 x8 slot ensures it can be integrated into a wide range of modern server platforms. As a Host Bus Adapter, the AK344AH acts as the interface between the server's operating system and the Fibre Channel storage network. It handles the complex protocols and data transfers required for SAN connectivity, offloading these tasks from the server's main CPU. This results in improved overall system performance and efficiency, making it a vital component for enterprise-level storage solutions.