NetApp LSI7202XL-4M 2 x Ports 2Gb/s Fibre Channel PCI-X Host Bus Adapter

Description

The NetApp LSI7202XL-4M is a dual-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed for environments that utilize older server architectures requiring PCI-X interfaces. This adapter provides two ports, each capable of operating at 2Gb/s, enabling connectivity to Fibre Channel storage area networks (SANs). While the speed is lower than modern standards, it was sufficient for many enterprise applications of its era, offering reliable access to shared storage resources. The dual-port configuration allows for basic redundancy, enabling a server to maintain connectivity to the SAN even if one of the Fibre Channel links fails. This feature is crucial for ensuring application availability and data integrity in business-critical systems. The PCI-X interface is a key characteristic, indicating its compatibility with servers that feature this older expansion bus standard, which was prevalent before the widespread adoption of PCI Express. This HBA, manufactured by LSI and often branded or utilized by NetApp, serves as a vital link between servers and SAN storage for organizations still operating with PCI-X infrastructure. It represents a solution for maintaining or expanding storage connectivity in environments where upgrading the entire server platform may not be immediately feasible. Its focus is on providing dependable Fibre Channel access within the constraints of legacy hardware.

Condition: Refurbished