03N6440 - IBM 2 Gigabit Fiber Channel PCI-x Adapter (Low Profile)

SKU 03N6440

Brand IBM

Single-port Fibre Channel connectivity
Data Transfer Rate: 2 Gb/s per port
Interface: PCI Express (PCIe)
Low-profile form factor for dense servers
Connects servers to Fibre Channel SANs
Optimized for IBM and compatible systems
Ensures reliable storage access

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Key specifications

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Product Type: Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
Port Count: 1 x Fibre Channel
Data Rate: 2 Gb/s
Interface: PCI Express (PCIe)
Form Factor: Low Profile
Brand: IBM

Product details

The IBM 03N6440 is a low-profile, single-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed for enterprise servers. It provides 2Gb/s connectivity to Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs), enabling efficient and reliable data access. Its low-profile form factor makes it suitable for dense server chassis.

Technical Information

Product Type	Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
Port Count	1 x Fibre Channel
Data Rate	2 Gb/s
Interface	PCI Express (PCIe)

Additional Specifications

Form Factor	Low Profile
Brand	IBM
Model	03N6440

Description

The IBM 03N6440 is a specialized Host Bus Adapter (HBA) engineered to provide robust connectivity to Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs). This adapter features a single Fibre Channel port that operates at a speed of 2 Gigabits per second (Gb/s), offering a dedicated and high-performance pathway for servers to access storage resources. Its primary function is to translate server I/O commands into Fibre Channel protocol, enabling seamless integration with SAN infrastructure. Designed with a low-profile form factor, the 03N6440 is ideal for installation in dense server environments, such as 1U or 2U rack-mount servers, where space is at a premium. This allows organizations to add high-speed storage connectivity without compromising on server density. The adapter utilizes the PCI Express (PCIe) interface, ensuring sufficient bandwidth and low latency for demanding storage workloads, including databases, virtualization, and critical business applications. As an IBM component, the 03N6440 is optimized for compatibility with IBM servers and storage solutions, though it may also function in other systems that support standard PCIe HBAs. It requires appropriate Fibre Channel cabling and transceivers (SFPs) to establish a physical link to the SAN fabric. This HBA represents a reliable solution for businesses seeking to enhance their storage connectivity with the performance and stability of Fibre Channel technology.

Condition: Refurbished