Product Overview of PCI-E X8 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
In today's digital age, businesses rely heavily on high-performance computing systems to manage their operations efficiently. These systems require various hardware components to function, including host bus adapters (HBAs), which facilitate communication between the server and the storage devices. The Dell 540-BDHW 16Gbps Dual Ports PCI-E X8 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is an example of such an HBA.
Dell 540-BDHW HBA
The Dell 540-BDHW HBA is a hardware component that enables high-speed data transfers between the server and storage devices. It features dual ports, which means that it can handle two separate data channels simultaneously. This makes it an ideal solution for businesses that require high-performance computing systems to manage their operations efficiently.
PCI-E X8 Interface
The Dell 540-BDHW HBA uses a PCI-E X8 interface, which stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect Express X8. This interface provides high-bandwidth communication between the HBA and the server's central processing unit (CPU). The X8 denotes the number of data lanes available, which determines the bandwidth that can be achieved. In this case, the X8 interface allows for a maximum bandwidth of 8 gigabytes per second (GB/s).
Fibre Channel
The Dell 540-BDHW HBA uses Fibre Channel technology, which is a high-speed data transfer protocol used in storage area networks (SANs). Fibre Channel allows for the transfer of data between the server and storage devices at speeds of up to 16 Gbps. This is much faster than traditional storage protocols like Serial ATA (SATA) and Serial Attached SCSI (SAS), which typically have transfer rates of up to 6 Gbps.
Dual Ports
The Dell 540-BDHW HBA features dual ports, which means that it has two separate data channels. This allows for greater flexibility and redundancy in the event of a port failure. The HBA can automatically switch to the other port if one fails, ensuring uninterrupted data transfer between the server and storage devices.
16 Gbps Bandwidth
The Dell 540-BDHW HBA provides a maximum bandwidth of 16 Gbps, which is ideal for high-performance computing systems that require fast data transfer rates. This high bandwidth ensures that data-intensive applications like databases, video editing software, and scientific simulations can run smoothly without any lag or delay.
Compatibility
The Dell 540-BDHW HBA is compatible with a wide range of Dell PowerEdge servers, including the PowerEdge R720, R620, R520, and R420. It is also compatible with various storage devices, including Dell EMC VMAX, Unity, and SC Series storage arrays.
Installation and Configuration
The Dell 540-BDHW HBA is easy to install and configure. The HBA comes with drivers and firmware that can be downloaded from the Dell website. Once downloaded, the drivers and firmware can be installed on the server, and the HBA can be inserted into the PCI-E slot. The HBA can then be configured using the Dell PowerEdge RAID Controller (PERC) BIOS Configuration Utility or the Dell EMC Server Configuration Utility (DSCU).
In Summary, in conclusion, the Dell 540-BDHW 16Gbps Dual Ports PCI-E X8 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is an ideal solution for businesses that require high-performance computing systems to manage their operations efficiently. Its dual ports, high bandwidth, and Fibre Channel technology ensure that data-intensive applications can run smoothly without any lag or delay. The HBA is also easy to install and configure, making it a great choice for businesses that need to upgrade their computing systems quickly.
General Information about the Dell 540-BDHW
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# 540-BDHW
- Type: Controller
- Device Type: Host Bus Adapter
- Ports: Dual-port
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Fiber channel
Are you looking to upgrade from the small computer system interface (SCSI) to something bigger for storage networking? A fiber channel is your better alternative, offering more speed and space. You can get the best fiber channel controllers on allhdd.com. We do not just offer the best products from notable brands, we bring them to you fast and affordable. Browse our collection, including Dual Controller, Raid Controller, 2 Port, 4 Port, Powervault, 8GB, 1GB, MSA1040, Host Bus Adapter, and PCI-E for all your fiber channel controller needs.
What is A Fiber Channel?
A fiber channel (FC) is a computer networking protocol used for transferring data between one or several computer systems at extremely high speeds. The successive technology generations of fiber channels run at data rates ranging from 1-128 (gigabit per second rates).
Fiber channels were initially developed for supercomputers. However, in recent times, they are commonly used in storage networking server environments, serving as a substitute to various serial storage technologies and small computer system interfaces (SCSI), aka "Scuzzy."
Fiber Channels are the integral components for data transmission among data centers, computer servers, switches, and storage at up to 128 Gbps.
History of Fiber Channel
Fiber channel began in 1988 to consolidate the advantages of multiple physical layer applications, including HIPPI, ESCON, and Scuzzy (SCSI). It is regulated in the T11 Technical Committee of the INCITS (International Committee for Information Technology Standards). The fiber channel effectively overcame the challenges of sustaining signal timing coherence across all the data-signal cables (50 for HIPPI and 8, 16, and 32 for scuzzy). Consequently, a receiver can conclude when all the electrical signal values are stable and sound for synchronous reception sampling.
The advantages of Fiber Channel
Storage Area Networks (SAN) and Network Attached Storage (NAS) have enjoyed increased popularity over the years. Fiber channel, on the other hand, has played a vital role in this development. While SAN employs fiber channel as the transmission protocol for storage provisioning, a NAS usually uses TCP/IP as the transmission protocol, NFS, or other file sharing applications for storage provisioning. Below are some of the advantages of the fiber channel.
SPEED
Native fiber drives bring about high-level reliability and data integrity. They are dual-ported as a standard feature. Arguably the critical advantage that fiber channel SANs once held and still holds is the speed. It remains as one aspect that differentiates the fiber channel SANs from those of the Ethernet.
RELIABILITY
Fiber channel remains the ideal solution for IT professionals seeking high-performance, cost-effective information storage and reliability at high speeds. Given that fiber channel is a lossless protocol, it is often rated higher than the Ethernet network. Sent frames must be received in order and not dropped by the switch. This feature, however, is sometimes absent with Ethernet.
Other benefits of fiber channel FC include LUN masking, cost, and size. Allhdd.com fiber channel controllers are from trusted brands and are available at give-away prices. Please choose from our wide range collection and enjoy a 30-day warranty and fast delivery across 48 U.S. states.
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