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IBM 46M6049 815 1-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s PCIE x8 Host Bus Adapter
- Interface: Fibre Channel (FC)
- Speed: 8Gb/s
- Ports: 1 x Fibre Channel port
- Form Factor: PCI Express (PCIe) x8
- Designed for IBM servers
- Supports FCP (Fibre Channel Protocol)
- Provides reliable SAN connectivity
- Low latency for storage access
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Product Overview
The IBM 46M6049 is a single-port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel PCI Express Host Bus Adapter. It is designed to provide high-speed connectivity to Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs) for IBM servers.
Technical Information
| Manufacturer | IBM |
| Part Number | 46M6049 |
| Interface | Fibre Channel |
| Speed | 8Gb/s |
Additional Specifications
| Number of Ports | 1 |
| Host Interface | PCI Express (PCIe) x8 |
| Protocol | FCP |
Product Description
The IBM 46M6049 is a high-performance Host Bus Adapter (HBA) that enables servers to connect to Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs). This adapter features a single 8Gb/s Fibre Channel port, delivering substantial bandwidth for demanding storage I/O operations. Its PCI Express x8 interface ensures a high-speed connection to the server's motherboard, minimizing potential bottlenecks and maximizing data transfer efficiency. Designed with enterprise environments in mind, the 46M6049 supports the Fibre Channel Protocol (FCP), which is the standard for high-speed, reliable data transmission in SANs. This adapter is crucial for applications that require fast and consistent access to storage, such as databases, virtualization platforms, and high-transaction environments. The 8Gb/s speed provides ample throughput for modern storage needs, ensuring that applications can access data quickly and efficiently. This IBM HBA is engineered for reliability and performance, making it a suitable choice for IBM server environments that need robust connectivity to their SAN infrastructure. Its single-port design is often chosen for specific roles within a SAN, such as dedicated connections or when port count is less critical than the speed and reliability of the connection. The 46M6049 is a key component for ensuring efficient and dependable storage access.
