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88Y6370 - IBM Flex System FC5022 2-Port 16GB Fibre Channel Adapter
- 16Gb/s Fibre Channel interface speed
- High-performance Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
- Enables robust connectivity to Storage Area Networks (SANs)
- Designed for enterprise data center environments
- Supports demanding I/O requirements
- Facilitates efficient data transfer between servers and storage
- IBM branded for reliability and compatibility
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Interface
- Fibre Channel
- Speed
- 16Gb/s
- Product Type
- Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
Product details
The IBM 88Y6370 is a 16Gb/s Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed for high-performance storage area network (SAN) connectivity. This adapter provides a fast and reliable link between servers and storage devices, crucial for enterprise data centers. It supports the demanding I/O requirements of modern applications and virtualized environments.
Technical Information
| Interface | Fibre Channel |
| Speed | 16Gb/s |
Additional Specifications
| Product Type | Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
Description
The IBM 88Y6370 represents a significant advancement in Fibre Channel connectivity, offering a data transfer rate of 16Gb/s. This high speed is essential for modern enterprise data centers that rely on Storage Area Networks (SANs) for their storage infrastructure. The adapter is engineered to provide low latency and high throughput, ensuring that servers can access storage resources with minimal delay, which is critical for performance-sensitive applications like databases, virtualization platforms, and high-transaction systems. As a Host Bus Adapter, the 88Y6370 acts as the bridge between the server's internal bus and the Fibre Channel network. Its robust design and IBM's reputation for reliability ensure that it can handle the continuous and demanding I/O operations characteristic of enterprise workloads. This makes it a dependable component for maintaining business continuity and operational efficiency within the data center. The 16Gb/s capability of this HBA allows organizations to maximize the performance of their existing storage hardware and prepare for future storage demands. It is designed to integrate seamlessly into IBM's server and storage ecosystem, as well as compatible third-party environments, providing a versatile solution for SAN connectivity needs. The adapter's focus on speed and reliability makes it a key enabler for data-intensive operations.
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