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HP AK344AT Single Port FC 8Gb/s PCI Express Host Bus Adapter (Tall)
- Single Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel
- PCI Express (PCIe) interface
- Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
- Connects servers to SANs
- High-speed storage access
- Full-height bracket (Tall)
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Product Overview
The HP AK344AT is a Single Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed for enterprise storage networking. This PCI Express card enables servers to connect to Fibre Channel storage area networks (SANs), providing high-speed and reliable access to storage resources. The 'Tall' designation indicates it is a full-height bracket card.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
| Brand | HP |
| Part Number | AK344AT |
| Interface | PCI Express |
Additional Specifications
| Port Type | Fibre Channel |
| Port Speed | 8Gb/s |
| Number of Ports | 1 |
Product Description
The HP AK344AT is a high-performance Single Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA). This adapter is designed to provide a robust and efficient connection between servers and Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs). With a data transfer rate of 8Gb/s per port, it ensures rapid and reliable access to storage resources, which is critical for demanding enterprise applications such as databases, virtualization, and high-performance computing. Utilizing the PCI Express (PCIe) interface, this HBA offers high bandwidth and low latency compared to older bus technologies. The single-port configuration is suitable for environments where a dedicated, high-speed connection to storage is required, and it offers a cost-effective solution for expanding SAN connectivity. The 'Tall' designation signifies that the card comes equipped with a full-height bracket, making it compatible with standard server chassis that have full-height expansion slots. This HP HBA is a key component for building and expanding enterprise storage infrastructures. It ensures data integrity and availability by providing a reliable link to the SAN, enabling seamless data storage and retrieval operations. Its 8Gb/s speed is well-suited for modern storage demands, offering a significant performance upgrade over previous generations of Fibre Channel technology.
