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IBM FC-2968 FC 2968 2-Port 1 Gbps Ethernet & 4 Gbps FC Expansion Card PCIe, Combo Form Factor Horizo...
- 2-Port Combo Card: 1 Gbps Ethernet and 4 Gbps Fibre Channel
- PCI Express (PCIe) interface for high-speed connectivity
- Supports both standard networking and SAN infrastructure
- Designed for IBM servers and compatible systems
- Provides flexible connectivity options for diverse IT environments
- Horizontal form factor for standard server chassis
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Ports
- 2-Port Combo (1 Gbps Ethernet, 4 Gbps Fibre Channel)
- Interface
- PCI Express
- Brand
- IBM
- Form Factor
- Horizontal
Product details
The IBM FC-2968 is a versatile expansion card offering both 1 Gbps Ethernet and 4 Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity. This combo card is designed for servers and systems requiring flexible networking options, supporting both standard network traffic and high-speed storage area network (SAN) access. Its PCIe interface ensures efficient integration and performance.
Technical Information
| Ports | 2-Port Combo (1 Gbps Ethernet, 4 Gbps Fibre Channel) |
| Interface | PCI Express |
Additional Specifications
| Brand | IBM |
| Form Factor | Horizontal |
Description
The IBM FC-2968 is a sophisticated expansion card that consolidates two distinct networking technologies onto a single PCIe adapter. It features two ports, one providing 1 Gigabit per second (Gbps) Ethernet connectivity for standard network communications and the other offering a high-speed 4 Gbps Fibre Channel interface for connecting to Storage Area Networks (SANs). This dual-functionality makes it an exceptionally versatile component for servers that need to manage both network traffic and storage access efficiently. Designed with the demands of modern data centers in mind, the FC-2968 leverages the high bandwidth and low latency of the PCI Express interface. This ensures that the card can keep pace with the processing capabilities of contemporary servers, preventing bottlenecks in both network and storage I/O. The combination of Ethernet and Fibre Channel on one card can also simplify server configurations and reduce the number of required expansion slots. This IBM expansion card is particularly valuable for environments that require robust connectivity to both their local area network (LAN) and their SAN. It supports critical business applications by providing reliable and fast access to network resources and storage systems. The horizontal form factor is standard for many server chassis, ensuring straightforward installation and compatibility within typical rack-mount or blade server environments.
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