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Sun 540-2989-07 Dual FC-AL HBA Sbus Card
- Dual Fibre Channel ports.
- Supports FC-AL (Arbitrated Loop) topology.
- SBus interface for Sun systems.
- Connects servers to Fibre Channel storage.
- Enables high-speed storage area networking.
- Designed for legacy Sun hardware.
- Provides reliable storage connectivity.
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Product Overview
The Sun 540-2989-07 is a Dual Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL) Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed for Sun systems using the SBus expansion slot. It provides connectivity to Fibre Channel storage networks.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
| Ports | 2 x Fibre Channel |
| Interface | SBus |
Additional Specifications
| Topology | FC-AL (Arbitrated Loop) |
| Brand | Sun Microsystems |
| Part Number | 540-2989-07 |
Product Description
The Sun 540-2989-07 is a dual-port Host Bus Adapter (HBA) specifically designed for Sun Microsystems' server platforms that utilize the SBus expansion interface. This adapter facilitates connectivity to Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL) storage networks, enabling servers to access storage devices over a high-speed SAN. The dual-port configuration offers the potential for increased bandwidth and redundancy in storage connections. This HBA is a key component for systems requiring direct attachment to Fibre Channel storage arrays or switches. The FC-AL topology, while an older standard, was prevalent in many enterprise storage environments. The SBus interface indicates that this card is intended for use with older generations of Sun workstations and servers, such as those from the SPARCstation or early Sun Fire product lines. By providing two Fibre Channel ports, the 540-2989-07 allows for more robust storage configurations, potentially enabling failover capabilities or increased aggregate throughput to storage resources. It represents a critical piece of hardware for maintaining or expanding storage connectivity in environments that rely on legacy Sun infrastructure and Fibre Channel technology.
