The Dell C856M 8GB PCI-E Dual Port FC Host Bus Adapter is a hardware component that enables communication between a server and storage devices in a Fibre Channel (FC) storage area network (SAN). This adapter is designed to provide high performance, reliability, and scalability for storage networking applications.
Host Bus AdapterA Host Bus Adapter (HBA) is a type of network interface card (NIC) that allows a server to communicate with storage devices in a SAN. HBAs are essential components for building a SAN infrastructure. They enable multiple servers to share storage resources and provide high-speed access to data.
Fibre Channel AdaptersFibre Channel (FC) is a high-speed networking technology designed for storage networking applications. FC HBAs are specialized NICs that are optimized for use in SAN environments. FC HBAs provide a high-performance, low-latency, and reliable connection between servers and storage devices.
PCI-E InterfaceThe Dell C856M 8GB PCI-E Dual Port FC Host Bus Adapter uses the PCI Express (PCI-E) interface to connect to the server. PCI-E is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard that offers high bandwidth, low latency, and low power consumption. The PCI-E interface provides a faster and more reliable connection than the older PCI and PCI-X interfaces.
Dual-Port DesignThe Dell C856M 8GB PCI-E Dual Port FC Host Bus Adapter has two ports that enable connection to two different storage networks simultaneously. The dual-port design provides redundancy and load balancing, which improves performance and ensures high availability.
8GB FC SpeedThe Dell C856M 8GB PCI-E Dual Port FC Host Bus Adapter supports a speed of 8 gigabits per second (Gb/s) per port. This high speed allows for fast data transfer and reduces latency, which is critical for applications that require high performance.
CompatibilityThe Dell C856M 8GB PCI-E Dual Port FC Host Bus Adapter is compatible with a wide range of servers and storage devices. It is designed to work with Dell PowerEdge servers and Dell Storage arrays, as well as other vendors' products. The adapter supports a variety of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and VMware.
ManagementThe Dell C856M 8GB PCI-E Dual Port FC Host Bus Adapter can be managed using Dell's OpenManage software suite. This software provides a comprehensive set of tools for configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting the adapter. It also supports remote management, which enables administrators to manage the adapter from a central location.
Overall, the Dell C856M 8GB PCI-E Dual Port FC Host Bus Adapter is a high-performance, reliable, and scalable hardware component that enables communication between a server and storage devices in a Fibre Channel storage area network. Its dual-port design, high-speed FC connectivity, and compatibility with a wide range of servers and storage devices make it an ideal solution for SAN environments. With the ability to manage it using Dell's OpenManage software suite, administrators can easily configure, monitor, and troubleshoot the adapter to ensure maximum performance and availability.
General Information about the Dell C856M- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# C856M
- Product Type: Controller
- Product Name: Fiber Channel
- Interface Type: PCI Express 2.0 x8
- Data Transfer Rate: 8Gbps per port
- Number of Ports: Dual Port
- Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Max Transfer Distance: 150 meters
- Protocols: Fibre Channel, FCP, FC-SP, FICON
- Data Link Protocol: 8Gb Fibre Channel
- Processor: 800 MHz PowerPC
- Memory: 1GB DDR2 SDRAM
- Power Consumption: 9.6 Watts (Typical)
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
- Operating Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
- Storage Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
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