2858-1029 - IBM 4-Port Fiber Channel 4Gb/s PCI Express Host Bus Adapter for System Storage N5600 Model G10 / N5600 Model G20

SKU 2858-1029

Brand IBM

4 x Fibre Channel ports
Data Transfer Rate: 4Gb/s per port
Interface: PCI Express (PCIe)
Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
Connects servers to Storage Area Networks (SANs)
Supports enterprise-level storage connectivity
Reliable and high-performance SAN access

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Key specifications

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Product Type: Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
Ports: 4 x Fibre Channel
Speed: 4Gb/s
Interface: PCI Express

Product details

The IBM 2858-1029 is a 4-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) operating at 4Gb/s. It utilizes a PCI Express interface, providing high-speed connectivity for servers to storage area networks (SANs) in enterprise environments.

Technical Information

Product Type	Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
Ports	4 x Fibre Channel

Additional Specifications

Speed	4Gb/s
Interface	PCI Express

Description

The IBM 2858-1029 is a robust 4-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to facilitate high-speed and reliable connectivity between servers and storage area networks (SANs). Each of the four Fibre Channel ports operates at a maximum speed of 4 Gigabits per second (4Gb/s), providing ample bandwidth for demanding storage I/O operations. This adapter is crucial for enterprise environments where direct, high-performance access to shared storage resources is essential for application performance and data availability. Leveraging the PCI Express (PCIe) interface, the 2858-1029 ensures a high-bandwidth connection to the server's motherboard, minimizing latency and maximizing data throughput. The PCIe interface is standard in modern servers, allowing for straightforward installation and integration. The multiple ports offer redundancy and increased connectivity options, enabling servers to connect to different SAN fabrics or storage arrays for high availability and load balancing. This HBA is a key component for building scalable and resilient storage infrastructures. It supports enterprise-grade features necessary for mission-critical applications, ensuring data integrity and efficient data transfer. The IBM 2858-1029 is an ideal choice for organizations looking to enhance their SAN connectivity with a reliable, high-performance adapter that offers multiple ports for flexibility and redundancy.

Condition: Refurbished