The QLE2694-DEL Dell Qlogic 16GB Quad Port Pcie Gen3 X8 Fiber Channel Host Bus Adapter is a network interface card designed for storage area networks (SANs) that use Fibre Channel connectivity. Here are some features and benefits of the QLE2694-DEL:
Features:
- Quad Port: The QLE2694-DEL has four Fibre Channel ports, which allows it to support multiple storage devices and provide redundant paths for improved availability.
- High Performance: The QLE2694-DEL delivers up to 1.2 million IOPS and up to 16 Gbps of data throughput per port, making it capable of handling demanding workloads.
- PCIe Gen3 x8 Interface: The QLE2694-DEL supports PCIe Gen3 x8 interface, which provides high-speed connectivity between the host system and the Fibre Channel storage devices.
- Fibre Channel Protocol Support: The QLE2694-DEL supports various Fibre Channel protocols, including FCP, FC-TAPE, FC-AL, FC-FLA, and FC-FS, which allows it to work with a wide range of SAN environments.
- Virtualization Support: The QLE2694-DEL supports N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV), which allows multiple virtual machines to share a single physical Fibre Channel port.
Benefits:
- High Availability: The QLE2694-DEL's quad port design and redundant paths provide improved availability and reduce the risk of downtime.
- Improved Performance: The QLE2694-DEL's high performance capabilities allow it to handle demanding workloads and improve application performance.
- Cost-Effective: The QLE2694-DEL's quad port design allows it to support multiple storage devices, which can reduce the need for additional network interface cards and associated costs.
- Flexible Configuration: The QLE2694-DEL's support for NPIV allows for flexible configuration of virtualized environments, which can help reduce the number of physical ports required.
- Compatibility: The QLE2694-DEL is compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, VMware, and Solaris, and can be used with a variety of Fibre Channel switches and storage arrays.
The QLE2694-DEL Dell Qlogic 16GB Quad Port Pcie Gen3 X8 Fiber Channel Host Bus Adapter is a high-performance network interface card designed for storage area networks (SANs) that use Fibre Channel connectivity. Here are some details on management and monitoring:
Management:
The QLE2694-DEL can be managed through various management tools, including the QConvergeConsole (QCC) GUI and the command-line interface (CLI). The QCC GUI provides a user-friendly interface that allows you to manage and configure the adapter settings, including port configuration, firmware upgrades, and diagnostics. The CLI provides a command-line interface that allows you to manage the adapter using a set of commands. Both tools are available for download from the manufacturer's website.
Monitoring:
The QLE2694-DEL supports various monitoring tools, including SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) and the QLogic SANsurfer Fibre Channel HBA Manager. SNMP is a protocol used for monitoring and managing network devices, and it allows you to monitor the adapter performance, view statistics, and receive alerts in case of issues. The QLogic SANsurfer Fibre Channel HBA Manager is a management tool that allows you to monitor and manage the adapter settings, including port status, link speed, and error rates.
In addition, the QLE2694-DEL has built-in diagnostics and error reporting capabilities that allow you to identify and troubleshoot issues. The adapter also supports the QLogic StorFusion technology, which provides advanced diagnostic and management features, including fabric-level diagnostics, port-level diagnostics, and predictive analytics.
Compatibility with Fibre Channel Switches and Storage ArraysThe QLE2694-DEL Dell Qlogic 16GB Quad Port Pcie Gen3 X8 Fiber Channel Host Bus Adapter is a high-performance network interface card designed for storage area networks (SANs) that use Fibre Channel connectivity. Here's some information on its compatibility with Fibre Channel switches and storage arrays:
Compatibility with Fibre Channel Switches:
The QLE2694-DEL is compatible with a wide range of Fibre Channel switches from different manufacturers. It supports the latest FC-PI-6 standard, which ensures interoperability with most Fibre Channel switches. Some of the supported Fibre Channel switch manufacturers include Brocade, Cisco, QLogic, and Emulex. It is important to check the compatibility of the QLE2694-DEL with your Fibre Channel switch model and firmware version before installation. You can check the compatibility by consulting the manufacturer's documentation or by contacting their support team.
Compatibility with Storage Arrays:
The QLE2694-DEL is compatible with a variety of Fibre Channel storage arrays from different manufacturers. It supports various Fibre Channel protocols, including FCP, FC-TAPE, FC-AL, FC-FLA, and FC-FS, which allows it to work with a wide range of SAN environments. Some of the supported Fibre Channel storage array manufacturers include Dell EMC, HPE, IBM, NetApp, and Pure Storage. Before installation, it is important to check the compatibility of the QLE2694-DEL with your storage array model and firmware version. You can check the compatibility by consulting the manufacturer's documentation or by contacting their support team.
General Information- Manufacturer: Dell
- MPN: QLE2694-DEL
- Type: Controller
- Controller Type: Fiber Channel
- Device Type : Host Bus Adapter
- Form Factor : Plug-in Card
- Interface (Bus) Type : Pci Express 3.0 X8
- Pci Specification Revision : Pcie 3.1
- Ports : 16GB Fibre Channel X 4
- Connectivity Technology : Wired
- Data Link Protocol : 16GB Fibre Channel
- Fibre Channel: FC-GS-2, FC-GS-3, FC-TAPE, FCP-2, FC-PI-5, SCSI-FCP
- Data Transfer Rate : 16 GBPS
- Remote Management Protocol : SMI-S, Cli
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