The 42D0485 IBM Lightpulse 8GBPS Single Port PCI-E X4 Fibre Channel HBA for System is a high-performance host bus adapter (HBA) designed to provide reliable and efficient connectivity for storage area networks (SANs). It is a single port HBA that uses the PCI Express (PCI-E) X4 interface, which provides a high-speed data transfer rate of up to 8 gigabits per second (Gbps). This HBA is compatible with a wide range of operating systems and is designed to work seamlessly with IBM System servers.
Overview of Fibre ChannelFibre Channel is a high-speed networking technology that is commonly used in SANs. It is designed to provide reliable and efficient connectivity between servers and storage devices, such as disk arrays and tape libraries. Fibre Channel uses optical or copper cables to transmit data over distances of up to several kilometers. It is a highly scalable technology that can support hundreds of devices in a single network.
Overview of IBM LightpulseIBM Lightpulse is a line of HBAs that are designed to provide high-performance connectivity for SANs. These HBAs are designed to be compatible with a wide range of operating systems and are optimized to work with IBM System servers. The Lightpulse line of HBAs is known for its reliability, scalability, and high performance.
Features of the 42D0485 IBM Lightpulse HBAThe 42D0485 IBM Lightpulse HBA is a single port HBA that uses the PCI-E X4 interface. This interface provides a high-speed data transfer rate of up to 8Gbps. The HBA supports a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and VMware. It is also designed to work seamlessly with IBM System servers, which ensures maximum performance and compatibility.
The HBA supports a wide range of Fibre Channel features, including:
- Fibre Channel Protocol (FCP)
- Fibre Channel Tape (FC-TAPE)
- Fibre Channel over IP (FCIP)
- Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE)
- Virtual Fibre Channel (VFC)
- Fibre Channel over RDMA (FC-RDMA)
These features enable the HBA to support a wide range of SAN applications and provide maximum flexibility and compatibility.
Installation and ConfigurationThe 42D0485 IBM Lightpulse HBA is designed to be easy to install and configure. The HBA comes with a user manual that provides step-by-step instructions for installation and configuration. The HBA can be installed in a PCI-E X4 slot on an IBM System server. Once the HBA is installed, the driver software can be installed and configured using the operating system's device manager.
Performance and ReliabilityThe 42D0485 IBM Lightpulse HBA is designed to provide high performance and reliability. The HBA's high-speed data transfer rate of up to 8Gbps enables it to transfer large amounts of data quickly and efficiently. The HBA's compatibility with a wide range of operating systems and SAN applications ensures maximum flexibility and compatibility. The HBA's reliability is ensured by its use of high-quality components and rigorous testing.
In Summary,The 42D0485 IBM Lightpulse 8GBPS Single Port PCI-E X4 Fibre Channel HBA for System is a high-performance HBA that is designed to provide reliable and efficient connectivity for SANs. Its high-speed data transfer rate, compatibility with a wide range of operating systems and SAN applications, and ease of installation and configuration make it an ideal choice for organizations that require high-performance connectivity for their SANs.
General Information about the IBM 42D0485- Brand: IBM
- Model Number or SKU# 42D0485
- Type: Controller
- Sub-Type: Fibre Channel
- IBM Lightpulse 8GB Single Port PCI-E X4 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter For IBM System X
- Ports/Channels: 1 X FC Fibre Channel
- Host Interface: PCI Express X4
- Backward Compatibility: PCI Express 1.0A
- Data Transfer Rate: 8GBPS
- Standard Memory: 1MB SRAM, 2KB NVRAM
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