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69Y1938 - IBM Flex System FC3172 2-Port 8GB Fibre Channel Adapter Optical Fiber

SKU 69Y1938
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  • 8Gb/s Fibre Channel speed
  • High-performance SAN connectivity
  • Enables fast data access
  • Reliable storage networking
  • Designed for IBM systems
  • Supports multiple storage devices
  • Low latency data transfer
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Key specifications

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Interface
Fibre Channel
Speed
8Gb/s
Type
Controller
Brand
IBM

Product details

This IBM Fibre Channel controller operates at 8Gb/s, providing high-speed connectivity for storage area networks (SANs). It is designed to facilitate efficient data transfer between servers and storage devices, ensuring reliable and fast access to data.

Specifications

Interface
Fibre Channel
Speed
8Gb/s
Type
Controller
Brand
IBM

Description

The IBM 69Y1938 is a dedicated Fibre Channel controller engineered to deliver robust and high-speed connectivity for Storage Area Networks (SANs). Operating at a blazing 8Gb/s, this controller is crucial for environments that demand rapid and reliable access to storage resources. It acts as a vital link between servers and storage arrays, ensuring that data can be transferred efficiently and with minimal latency. This controller is designed to support the demanding requirements of modern data centers, enabling seamless integration with various IBM storage solutions and servers. Its 8Gb/s capability ensures that even the most performance-intensive applications, such as large databases, virtualization platforms, and high-transaction systems, can operate without being bottlenecked by storage I/O. The Fibre Channel protocol itself is renowned for its reliability, error checking, and dedicated nature, making it a preferred choice for mission-critical storage networks. By implementing the IBM 69Y1938, organizations can enhance their storage infrastructure's performance, scalability, and availability. It facilitates efficient data sharing and management across multiple servers and storage devices, contributing to overall IT efficiency and productivity. This controller is a key component for building a resilient and high-performing SAN.

Condition: Refurbished

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