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42C2179 - IBM QLogic 4GB/s Single Port Low Profile PCI-Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter with Standard Bracket Card Only
- Single-port Fibre Channel connectivity
- 4Gb/s data transfer rate
- PCI Express (PCIe) interface
- Low-profile form factor for space-constrained systems
- Designed for IBM DS4000 storage systems
- Enables high-speed access to storage arrays
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Port Type
- Fibre Channel
- Number of Ports
- 1
- Data Rate
- 4Gb/s
- Interface
- PCI Express
- Form Factor
- Low Profile
- Compatibility
- IBM DS4000
Product details
The IBM 42C2179 is a single-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter designed for high-speed data connectivity. It utilizes a PCI Express interface for efficient communication with the host system and supports a data transfer rate of 4Gb/s. This adapter is specifically noted for its low-profile form factor, making it suitable for dense server environments like the DS4000 series.
Technical Information
| Port Type | Fibre Channel |
| Number of Ports | 1 |
| Data Rate | 4Gb/s |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | PCI Express |
| Form Factor | Low Profile |
| Compatibility | IBM DS4000 |
Description
The IBM 42C2179 Host Bus Adapter (HBA) is engineered to provide robust and high-performance connectivity for enterprise storage solutions. Featuring a single Fibre Channel port, it facilitates direct and efficient communication between servers and storage area networks (SANs). The 4Gb/s transfer speed ensures rapid data throughput, crucial for demanding applications and large datasets. Leveraging the PCI Express interface, the 42C2179 offers a significant bandwidth advantage over older PCI interfaces, enabling lower latency and higher I/O operations per second. Its low-profile design is a key attribute, allowing for installation in compact server chassis that adhere to specific physical constraints, such as those found in the IBM DS4000 series of storage systems. This makes it an ideal choice for environments where space is at a premium but high-speed storage access is still required. This HBA is a critical component for maintaining the integrity and performance of storage infrastructure. It supports advanced Fibre Channel protocols, ensuring reliable data transmission and error checking. By providing a dedicated, high-speed path to storage, the IBM 42C2179 helps to optimize application performance, reduce bottlenecks, and enhance overall system responsiveness in data-intensive computing environments.
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