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IBM 42D0487 LightPulse 8Gb/s PCI Express 2.0 x8 FC Host Bus Adapter
- 8Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity
- PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface
- LightPulse technology for enhanced performance
- High-speed server-to-storage connection
- Supports enterprise SAN environments
- Designed for demanding I/O workloads
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Product Overview
The IBM 42D0487 LightPulse is an 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter with a PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface. It is designed for high-performance server-to-storage connectivity.
Technical Information
| Data Rate | 8Gb/s Fibre Channel |
| Interface | PCI Express 2.0 x8 |
| Adapter Type | Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
Additional Specifications
| Technology | LightPulse |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
| Part Number | 42D0487 |
Product Description
The IBM 42D0487 LightPulse Host Bus Adapter is engineered to deliver high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity for servers. Featuring an 8Gb/s data transfer rate and a PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface, this adapter provides significant bandwidth for demanding storage area network (SAN) applications. The LightPulse technology integrated into this HBA is designed to optimize performance, reduce latency, and enhance overall I/O efficiency. This adapter is ideal for enterprise environments that require robust and fast access to storage. It supports critical workloads such as large databases, virtualization platforms, and high-performance computing clusters where consistent and high-throughput data transfer is essential. The PCIe 2.0 x8 interface ensures a high-bandwidth connection to the server's motherboard, maximizing the adapter's capabilities. By providing a reliable and high-performance link to SANs, the IBM 42D0487 enables organizations to scale their storage infrastructure effectively and ensure that their applications have the necessary data access performance. It is a key component for modern data centers seeking to optimize storage connectivity and application responsiveness.
