IBM 74Y3467 4-Port Fibre Channel 8Gb/s PCI Express x2 Low Profile Host Bus Adapter

Product Description

The IBM 74Y3467 is a high-density, 4-port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to provide robust connectivity to Storage Area Networks (SANs). Its unique low-profile PCI Express x2 form factor makes it ideal for installation in slim or compact IBM server chassis where space is a premium. Despite its smaller size, the adapter packs four 8Gb/s Fibre Channel ports, offering significant bandwidth and multiple connection paths for storage access. Each of the four ports operates at a full 8Gb/s speed, delivering substantial aggregate throughput for demanding storage workloads. This makes it suitable for environments such as virtualized data centers, large databases, and high-performance computing clusters that require fast and reliable access to shared storage. The adapter supports the Fibre Channel Protocol (FCP), ensuring compatibility with a wide range of SAN infrastructure components, including switches and storage arrays. The IBM 74Y3467 is engineered for enterprise-level performance and reliability. The multiple ports not only increase potential bandwidth but also provide options for redundancy and load balancing across different SAN fabrics. Its low-profile design combined with its high port density makes it a versatile solution for IBM servers needing to connect to complex storage environments without compromising on performance or space efficiency.