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Qlogic QLA2462-LP QLOGIC 4GB Dual Port PCI X HBA
- 4Gbps Fibre Channel speed
- Dual Port configuration
- PCI-X interface
- Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
- Enables connection to Storage Area Networks (SANs)
- Designed for servers
- Low-profile form factor (LP)
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Product Overview
The Qlogic QLA2462-LP is a 4Gbps dual-port PCI-X Host Bus Adapter (HBA). It is designed to provide high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity for servers, enabling access to storage area networks (SANs).
Technical Information
| Fibre Channel Speed | 4Gbps |
| Ports | 2 (Dual Port) |
| Interface | PCI-X |
Additional Specifications
| Product Type | Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
| Manufacturer | Qlogic |
| Model | QLA2462-LP |
Product Description
The Qlogic QLA2462-LP is a high-performance Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to facilitate robust and efficient connectivity between servers and Storage Area Networks (SANs). It operates at a native 4Gbps Fibre Channel speed, providing substantial bandwidth for accessing storage resources. The dual-port design offers redundancy and increased throughput, allowing servers to maintain connectivity even if one port or path fails, and enabling load balancing across multiple SAN fabric connections. This HBA utilizes the PCI-X interface, a parallel bus standard that was prevalent in high-performance servers prior to the widespread adoption of PCI Express. The PCI-X interface ensures a high-speed connection to the server's motherboard, allowing the HBA to deliver its full 4Gbps Fibre Channel performance without being bottlenecked by the host interface. The 'LP' designation indicates that this is a low-profile card, designed to fit into smaller server chassis that may not accommodate full-height expansion cards. As a Fibre Channel HBA, the QLA2462-LP is essential for environments that rely on SAN technology for centralized, high-speed storage. It allows servers to connect to disk arrays, tape libraries, and other storage devices over a dedicated Fibre Channel network, offering benefits such as improved storage utilization, enhanced data management, and robust disaster recovery capabilities. This adapter is a reliable choice for enterprise servers requiring dependable access to shared storage resources.
