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80P6101 - IBM 2 Gigabit Fiber Channel PCI-x Adapter (RS Fibre Channel 1977)
- 1-Port Fibre Channel
- 2Gb/s Fibre Channel speed
- PCI Express (PCIe) interface
- 64-bit bus architecture
- Enables server connectivity to SANs
- Supports high-performance storage access
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Port Count
- 1
- Interface Type
- Fibre Channel
- Speed
- 2Gb/s
- Bus Type
- PCI Express
- Bus Width
- 64-bit
- Brand
- IBM
Product details
The IBM 80P6101 is a single-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed for high-speed storage area network (SAN) connectivity. It features a 2Gb/s transfer rate and utilizes a PCI Express interface with a 64-bit bus for enhanced performance. This adapter enables servers to connect to Fibre Channel storage devices.
Technical Information
| Port Count | 1 |
| Interface Type | Fibre Channel |
| Speed | 2Gb/s |
Additional Specifications
| Bus Type | PCI Express |
| Bus Width | 64-bit |
| Brand | IBM |
Description
The IBM 80P6101 Host Bus Adapter (HBA) is a crucial component for establishing robust and high-performance connections within a Storage Area Network (SAN). This adapter provides a single Fibre Channel port, capable of operating at a data transfer rate of 2Gb/s. This speed is sufficient for many enterprise applications that require reliable and fast access to shared storage resources, ensuring efficient data flow between servers and storage arrays. Leveraging the PCI Express interface, the 80P6101 offers a significant performance advantage over older PCI bus technologies. The 64-bit bus architecture further enhances its capability to handle large volumes of data and multiple I/O operations concurrently. This makes it suitable for demanding server environments where storage performance is critical, such as database servers, virtualization hosts, and high-transaction processing systems. Installation and configuration of the IBM 80P6101 are designed to be straightforward, allowing IT administrators to integrate it into existing server infrastructure with minimal disruption. Its reliable design ensures consistent connectivity to Fibre Channel storage, contributing to the overall stability and availability of storage services. This HBA is a key enabler for businesses seeking to build or upgrade their SAN infrastructure with dependable and efficient connectivity.
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