594-2466 - Sun 2GB PCI-X Host Bus Adapter

SKU 594-2466

Brand Sun

2GB PCI-X Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
Connects storage devices to servers
High-speed I/O interface
Designed for Sun Microsystems servers
Enhances storage performance
Supports I/O-intensive applications
PCI-X interface

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Key specifications

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Part Number: 594-2466
Manufacturer: Sun Microsystems
Product Type: Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
Interface: PCI-X
Capacity/Bandwidth: 2GB (This likely refers to the maximum throughput or a specific configuration, not memory capacity)
Functionality: Connects storage devices (e.g., disk arrays, tape drives)

Product details

The Sun 594-2466 is a 2GB PCI-X Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to connect storage devices to Sun servers. It provides a high-speed interface for accessing storage, enhancing system performance for I/O-intensive applications.

Technical Information

Part Number	594-2466
Manufacturer	Sun Microsystems
Product Type	Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
Interface	PCI-X

Additional Specifications

Capacity/Bandwidth	2GB (This likely refers to the maximum throughput or a specific configuration, not memory capacity)
Functionality	Connects storage devices (e.g., disk arrays, tape drives)
Compatibility	Sun Servers (specific models may vary)

Description

The Sun 594-2466 is a 2GB PCI-X Host Bus Adapter (HBA), a crucial component for Sun Microsystems servers that require high-performance connectivity to storage subsystems. This adapter facilitates direct communication between the server's PCI-X bus and various storage devices, such as hard disk drives, solid-state drives, and tape libraries. The PCI-X interface offers significantly higher bandwidth compared to older PCI standards, making it suitable for I/O-intensive applications that demand rapid data access and transfer rates. The '2GB' designation in the title likely refers to the maximum theoretical throughput or a specific configuration of the adapter, rather than onboard memory. HBAs are designed to offload storage-related processing from the main CPU, thereby improving overall system performance. By providing a dedicated, high-speed pathway to storage, the 594-2466 enables servers to handle large volumes of data more efficiently, which is critical for databases, file servers, and other applications that rely heavily on storage performance. This Host Bus Adapter is an essential piece of hardware for Sun server environments where maximizing storage performance and ensuring reliable data access are priorities. It allows administrators to build robust storage solutions by connecting multiple storage devices and optimizing data flow. The PCI-X interface ensures compatibility with a range of Sun server models that feature this expansion slot, providing a reliable upgrade path for storage connectivity.

Condition: Refurbished