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IBM FC-AHB1 FC AHB1 4-Port 8 Gbps Fibre Channel Adapter (Pair), Low Profile PCIe
- 4 x 8 Gbps Fibre Channel ports
- Low-profile PCIe form factor
- Supports NPIV (N_Port ID Virtualization)
- High performance for SAN connectivity
- Ideal for IBM Power Systems and other compatible servers
- Enables efficient data access and storage management
- Hot-pluggable and hot-swappable capabilities
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Product Overview
The IBM FC-AHB1 is a 4-Port 8 Gbps Fibre Channel Adapter designed for low-profile PCIe slots. This adapter provides high-speed connectivity for storage area networks (SANs), enabling efficient data transfer between servers and storage devices.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
| Interface | PCI Express (PCIe) |
| Number of Ports | 4 |
| Data Transfer Rate | 8 Gbps per port |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Low Profile |
| Compatibility | IBM Power Systems, other PCIe-enabled servers |
| Features | NPIV, FCP |
Product Description
The IBM FC-AHB1 is a high-performance 4-port 8 Gbps Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) engineered to deliver robust and reliable connectivity for Storage Area Networks (SANs). This adapter is designed to be installed in low-profile PCIe slots, making it suitable for a wide range of server configurations, including blade servers and compact rack-mount systems. Each of the four Fibre Channel ports operates at a blazing 8 Gbps, providing ample bandwidth for demanding storage applications and ensuring rapid data access. This HBA supports key Fibre Channel protocols and features, including FCP (Fibre Channel Protocol) and NPIV (N_Port ID Virtualization). NPIV is particularly important as it allows multiple unique N_Port IDs to be assigned to a single physical port, enhancing the scalability and manageability of SAN environments by enabling better resource allocation and zoning. The adapter's design prioritizes performance, minimizing latency and maximizing throughput for critical data operations. Designed for seamless integration into IBM Power Systems and other servers equipped with compatible PCIe slots, the FC-AHB1 is a crucial component for building efficient and high-availability storage solutions. Its ability to handle high volumes of I/O operations makes it ideal for mission-critical applications, database servers, and virtualized environments where fast and reliable access to storage is paramount. The adapter's robust design ensures consistent performance and data integrity.
