HP AP769-63001 StorageWorks 81B 1-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s PCI Express Short Wave Host Bus Adapter

Product Description

The HP AP769-63001, part of the HP StorageWorks family, is a high-performance Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to connect servers to Fibre Channel storage area networks (SANs). This specific model, the 81B, offers a single 8Gb/s Fibre Channel port, providing a robust and reliable link for data transfer between the server and storage devices. The 8Gb/s speed is crucial for demanding enterprise applications that require low latency and high throughput, such as databases, virtualization, and high-performance computing. Utilizing a PCI Express (PCIe) bus interface, this HBA ensures efficient communication with the server's motherboard, leveraging the high bandwidth capabilities of PCIe slots. The 'Short Wave' (SW) designation for the port typically refers to the type of optical transceiver used, suitable for shorter distances within a data center. This HBA is designed for servers that need to access shared storage resources over a Fibre Channel fabric. This HP StorageWorks 81B HBA is engineered for reliability and performance in enterprise environments. It enables servers to seamlessly integrate with SAN infrastructure, providing scalable and resilient storage solutions. The AP769-63001 is a key component for organizations looking to build or expand their Fibre Channel storage networks, ensuring efficient data access and management.