Description
Management and Monitoring
The Dell Sanblade 16GBPS PCI-E Dual Port Fiber Channel HBA (406-BBBB) can be managed and monitored using the following tools:
- Dell OpenManage Storage Manager (OMSM) – This software provides a centralized management solution for managing and monitoring Fiber Channel HBAs and storage devices in a Windows-based environment.
- QLogic SANSurfer FC HBA Manager – This tool provides a graphical interface for monitoring and configuring Fiber Channel HBAs on a Windows-based system.
- FC HBA Management Utilities – These utilities, such as the QLogic FC HBA Management Utility, provide a command-line interface for monitoring and configuring Fiber Channel HBAs in a Linux-based environment.
- Operating System Tools – The operating system itself provides basic tools for monitoring the health and performance of Fiber Channel HBAs, such as the Linux fcinfo command.
Fiber Channel Connectivity
The 406-BBBB Dell Sanblade 16GBPS PCI-E Dual Port Fiber Channel HBA with Both Bracket supports fiber channel connectivity for high-speed data transfer between servers and storage devices. This adapter supports data transfer rates of up to 16Gbps, providing reliable and fast connectivity for high-performance computing applications. It has dual ports, allowing for redundancy and increased availability. The fiber channel HBA supports a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and VMware. It also supports multiple storage protocols, including Fiber Channel, FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet), and iSCSI. The included bracket provides compatibility with a variety of server form factors, making it a versatile solution for different deployment scenarios.
Operating System Compatibility
The Dell Sanblade 16GBPS PCI-E Dual Port Fiber Channel HBA with Both Bracket (406-BBBB) is compatible with the following operating systems:
- Microsoft Windows Server 2016
- Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2
- Microsoft Windows Server 2012
- Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2
- Microsoft Windows Server 2008
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11
- VMware vSphere 6.0 and higher
- VMware vSphere 5.5 and higher
- Oracle Solaris 11
- Oracle Solaris 10
General Information
- Brand: Dell
- MPN : 406-BBBB
- Type: Controller
- Sub-Type: Fiber Channel
Technical Specifications
Here are the technical specifications for the Dell Sanblade 16GBPS PCI-E Dual Port Fiber Channel HBA with Both Bracket (406-BBBB):
- Interface: PCI-Express 3.0 x8
- Ports: 2 Fiber Channel ports
- Data Transfer Rate: 16 Gbps
- Optical Wave Length: Shortwave (SW)
- Maximum Distance: 10 km (6.2 miles)
- Host Bus Type: PCI-Express 3.0 x8
- Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft Windows Server 2016, 2012 R2, 2012, 2008 R2, 2008, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7, 6, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12, 11, VMware vSphere 6.0 and higher, 5.5 and higher, Oracle Solaris 11, 10
- Product Dimensions: 10.16 x 6.75 x 1.56 inches (25.8 x 17.1 x 3.9 cm)
- Product Weight: 0.66 pounds (0.3 kg)
- Compliance: PCI Express 3.0, Fibre Channel Industry Association (FCIA)
