Description
Management and Monitoring of the Dell QLE2694-DELL Qlogic 16GB HBA
The Dell QLE2694-DELL Qlogic 16GB Quad Port PCI-E Fibre 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 management and monitoring capabilities:
Management:
The QLE2694-DELL comes with the QConvergeConsole (QCC) management software, which provides a graphical user interface for configuring and managing the adapter. The QCC software allows you to monitor the status of the adapter, configure Fibre Channel settings, and perform diagnostic tests. You can also use the QCC software to upgrade the firmware of the adapter and view event logs. The QCC software is available for Windows and Linux operating systems.
Monitoring:
The QLE2694-DELL supports several monitoring and diagnostic tools that can help you identify and troubleshoot performance issues. The adapter supports the SMI-S standard, which allows it to be managed by storage management software from different vendors. The adapter also supports SNMP, which enables you to monitor the adapter using SNMP management tools. Additionally, the adapter supports diagnostic tools such as Fibre Channel Trace and Fibre Channel Ping, which can help you diagnose connectivity and performance issues.
Performance and Throughput of the Dell QLE2694-DELL Qlogic 16GB
The Dell QLE2694-DELL Qlogic 16GB Quad Port PCI-E Fibre 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 performance and throughput:
Performance:
- The QLE2694-DELL can deliver up to 1.2 million IOPS (input/output operations per second) and up to 16 Gbps of data throughput per port. With four ports, this translates to a total throughput of up to 64 Gbps. This makes the adapter capable of handling very demanding workloads and can provide high-speed connectivity between the host system and the Fibre Channel storage devices.
- The QLE2694-DELL supports PCIe Gen3 x8 interface, which provides a high-speed data transfer rate between the adapter and the host system. It is also compatible with both 8 Gbps and 16 Gbps Fibre Channel storage devices and supports various Fibre Channel protocols, including FCP, FC-TAPE, FC-AL, FC-FLA, and FC-FS.
Throughput:
- The QLE2694-DELL has a maximum data transfer rate of 16 Gbps per port, which means that it can transfer up to 2 GB of data per second per port. With four ports, the total data transfer rate can reach up to 8 GB of data per second. This high throughput makes it an ideal choice for data-intensive applications that require high-speed storage access, such as data analytics, virtualization, and database applications.
Maintenance and Support for the Dell QLE2694-DELL
The Dell QLE2694-DELL Qlogic 16GB Quad Port PCI-E Fibre 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 maintenance and support:
Maintenance:
The QLE2694-DELL is a plug-and-play device that requires little maintenance. However, it is important to keep the adapter driver and firmware up-to-date to ensure optimal performance and compatibility with the latest operating systems and storage arrays. You can check for driver and firmware updates on the manufacturer’s website or by contacting their support team. In addition, it is important to keep the adapter and its environment clean to avoid any dust or debris buildup that may affect performance.
Support:
The QLE2694-DELL comes with a standard manufacturer warranty that covers defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty period varies depending on the region and the purchase date, and it is important to check the warranty information on the manufacturer’s website or on the product documentation. In addition, the manufacturer provides technical support through their website, email, phone, and chat. The support team can help you with any installation, configuration, or troubleshooting issues that you may encounter. The manufacturer may also offer extended warranty and support options for an additional fee.
General Information about this Dell QLE2694-DELL
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# QLE2694-DELL
- Device Type: Host Bus Adapter
- Form Factor: Plug-in Card
- Interface (bus) Type: PCI-E 3.0 X8
- PCI Specification Revision: PCI-E 3.1
Technical Information for Dell PCI-E Adapter
- 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
- Features: Quality Of Service (qos), Uefi Support, Bios Support, Transparent (n_port Id Virtualization – NPIV) Mode Support, Extended Message-signaled Interrupts (MSI-X)
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