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IBM AHB1-2076 8GB Fibre Channel Adapter
- 8Gb Fibre Channel Adapter
- Enables server connectivity to SANs
- High-speed data transfer capabilities
- Utilizes Fibre Channel protocol
- Designed for enterprise storage environments
- Facilitates reliable access to storage resources
- Supports demanding I/O workloads
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
- Interface
- Fibre Channel
- Speed
- 8Gbps
- Brand
- IBM
- Model
- AHB1-2076
Product details
The IBM AHB1-2076 is an 8GB Fibre Channel Adapter, designed to provide high-speed connectivity for servers to storage area networks (SANs). It enables efficient data transfer between servers and storage devices over a Fibre Channel infrastructure.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
| Interface | Fibre Channel |
| Speed | 8Gbps |
Additional Specifications
| Brand | IBM |
| Model | AHB1-2076 |
Description
The IBM AHB1-2076 is a Host Bus Adapter (HBA) that operates at 8Gbps Fibre Channel speeds. This adapter is crucial for enterprise servers that need to connect to Storage Area Networks (SANs). Fibre Channel is a high-speed networking technology primarily used for connecting computer data storage. The 8Gbps speed signifies the maximum theoretical data transfer rate per port, enabling rapid access to data stored on SAN-attached devices. This adapter allows servers to communicate efficiently with storage arrays, disk systems, and tape libraries over a Fibre Channel fabric. It offloads the I/O processing from the server's main CPU, improving overall system performance and allowing the server to handle more demanding applications. The AHB1-2076 is designed to provide reliable and high-throughput connectivity, which is essential for mission-critical applications, virtualization environments, and large databases. As an IBM-branded component, the AHB1-2076 is typically designed for compatibility and optimal performance within IBM server environments, although Fibre Channel HBAs are generally interoperable within standard SAN infrastructures. Its role is fundamental in building robust and scalable storage solutions, ensuring that servers can access vast amounts of data quickly and reliably.
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