IBM 940X-5749 2-Ports Fibre Channel 4Gb/s PCI Express 2.0 x8 Adapter

Description

The IBM 940X-5749 adapter is a critical component for building and expanding high-performance storage area networks. Featuring two 4Gb/s Fibre Channel ports, it provides redundant and high-bandwidth connections to SAN infrastructure, ensuring reliable and rapid access to shared storage resources. The adapter utilizes the PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface, offering a substantial data throughput of up to 4 GB/s in each direction, which is essential for demanding enterprise applications and virtualization environments. This adapter is engineered to deliver low-latency performance, minimizing delays in data transmission between servers and storage arrays. This is crucial for applications such as databases, high-performance computing, and video editing, where response times directly impact productivity and user experience. The dual-port design not only increases bandwidth but also provides failover capabilities, allowing for continuous operation even if one connection or path fails. Compatible with a wide range of IBM and third-party servers equipped with PCIe x8 slots, the 940X-5749 is a versatile solution for modern data centers. It supports various Fibre Channel protocols and features, making it adaptable to diverse SAN configurations. Its robust design and IBM's reputation for reliability ensure that this adapter will perform consistently under demanding enterprise workloads.

Condition: Refurbished