Description
Software Requirements for the CN1100R
The HPE StoreFabric CN1100R Dual Port Converged Network Adapter requires specific software to operate correctly. The software requirements for the CN1100R include the following:
- Operating System: The CN1100R is compatible with various operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and VMware. The operating system should be supported by the specific driver version of the CN1100R.
- Drivers: The CN1100R requires drivers to be installed on the host server or workstation. The drivers are available from HPE’s website and should be downloaded and installed according to the instructions provided.
- Firmware: The CN1100R also requires firmware to operate correctly. The firmware is installed on the adapter itself and can be updated using the HPE firmware update utility. It is important to ensure that the firmware is up-to-date to ensure the best performance and compatibility with the host server or workstation.
- Management Software: HPE provides management software that can be used to configure and manage the CN1100R. The management software provides features such as configuration of network interfaces, monitoring network performance, and updating firmware. The software can be downloaded from HPE’s website and should be installed according to the instructions provided.
- Converged Network Adapters (CNA) software: The CN1100R is a Converged Network Adapter (CNA), which means it supports multiple protocols over a single network interface. The CNA software is required to enable the different protocols supported by the CN1100R, such as FCoE, iSCSI, RoCE, and Ethernet.
Bandwidth Capabilities
Bandwidth capabilities refer to the maximum amount of data that can be transmitted over a network or network adapter within a given period of time. The bandwidth of a network or network adapter is typically measured in bits per second (bps) or bytes per second (Bps).
The HPE StoreFabric CN1100R Dual Port Converged Network Adapter has a total potential bandwidth of 20Gbps, with each port capable of providing up to 10Gbps of bandwidth. This means that the adapter can support high-speed data transfers, which is particularly useful in high-performance network environments such as data centers, cloud environments, and other large-scale computing environments.
The CN1100R supports multiple data transfer protocols, including Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), iSCSI, and RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE). These protocols are optimized for high-speed data transfers and can help to ensure that the adapter is able to utilize its full bandwidth capabilities.
Deployment Options and Scenarios
The HPE StoreFabric CN1100R Dual Port Converged Network Adapter can be deployed in a variety of network environments, depending on the organization’s needs and requirements. Some common deployment options and scenarios for the CN1100R include:
- Data centers: The CN1100R is designed for use in high-performance data center environments. It can be used to connect servers to storage arrays, as well as to other network devices such as switches and routers. By using a converged network architecture with the CN1100R, organizations can reduce network complexity, improve network performance, and increase flexibility.
- Cloud environments: The CN1100R can be used in cloud environments to provide high-speed network connectivity between virtual machines and other network resources. By using a converged network architecture with the CN1100R, organizations can reduce network complexity and improve network performance in their cloud environments.
- Virtualized environments: The CN1100R can be used in virtualized environments to provide high-speed network connectivity between virtual machines and other network resources. It is compatible with a variety of virtualization technologies, including VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V.
- High-performance computing (HPC) environments: The CN1100R can be used in HPC environments to provide low-latency network connectivity between compute nodes and storage resources. Its support for RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) can help to reduce network latency and improve performance in HPC environments.
- Remote office/branch office (ROBO) environments: The CN1100R can be used in ROBO environments to provide high-speed network connectivity between remote servers and storage resources. Its dual port design can provide redundancy and failover capabilities, helping to ensure network availability in remote locations.
General Information
- Device Type : Network Adapter
- Form Factor : Plug-In Card
- Interface (Bus) Type : Pci Express 2.0 X8
- Pci Specification Revision : Pci 2.0
Networking:
- Ports : 10gb Ethernet X 2
- Connectivity Technology : Wired
- Cabling Type : Fiber Optic
- Data Link Protocol : 10 GIGE, Fcoe, 10gb Cee
- Data Transfer Rate : 10 GBPS
- Network / Transport Protocol : Iscsi
- Compliant Standards : IEEE 802.1q, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ad (Lacp), IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.1as, IEEE 802.1ax, IEEE 802.1qbb, IEEE 802.1qaz, IEEE 802.1qbg, IEEE 802.1qbh
Expansion / Connectivity:
- Interfaces : 2 X 10gbase-Sr – Sfp+
