The IBM 42D0507 is an 8GB Single Channel PCI-E X4 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter. This adapter is designed to enable connectivity between servers and storage devices in data centers. It provides high-speed data transfer rates, improved reliability, and lower latency compared to traditional storage networking solutions. This article will explain in detail the features, benefits, and use cases of the IBM 42D0507.
What is a Fibre Channel Host Bus AdapterA Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) is a device that allows servers to connect to Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs). Fibre Channel is a high-speed storage networking technology that provides a reliable, scalable, and secure way to connect servers to storage devices. HBAs are commonly used in data centers to provide connectivity between servers and storage devices.
Features of the IBM 42D0507The IBM 42D0507 HBA is designed to provide high-speed data transfer rates, improved reliability, and lower latency compared to traditional storage networking solutions. Some of the key features of this adapter are:
- Single Channel Design: The IBM 42D0507 has a single channel design that provides a cost-effective solution for connecting servers to storage devices. This design also simplifies installation and configuration, making it easier for IT administrators to deploy the adapter in their data centers.
- 8GB Data Transfer Rate: The IBM 42D0507 supports an 8GB data transfer rate, which provides high-speed connectivity between servers and storage devices. This high-speed connectivity ensures that data can be transferred quickly and efficiently, which is essential in data-intensive applications.
- PCI-E X4 Interface: The IBM 42D0507 uses a PCI-E X4 interface, which provides a high-speed connection between the adapter and the server. This interface also ensures that the adapter can be easily installed in a wide range of servers and workstations.
- SFP+ Transceiver: The IBM 42D0507 uses a Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP+) transceiver, which provides a flexible and cost-effective way to connect the adapter to Fibre Channel SANs. This transceiver also supports a wide range of optical and copper cables, making it easy to connect to different types of storage devices.
The IBM 42D0507 provides several benefits to data center administrators, including:
- High-Speed Connectivity: The IBM 42D0507 provides high-speed connectivity between servers and storage devices, which is essential in data-intensive applications. This high-speed connectivity ensures that data can be transferred quickly and efficiently, improving the overall performance of the data center.
- Improved Reliability: The IBM 42D0507 is designed to provide improved reliability compared to traditional storage networking solutions. This improved reliability ensures that data is always available when needed, reducing downtime and improving productivity.
- Lower Latency: The IBM 42D0507 provides lower latency compared to traditional storage networking solutions. This lower latency ensures that data can be accessed quickly, improving the overall performance of the data center.
- Cost-Effective: The IBM 42D0507 has a single channel design, which provides a cost-effective solution for connecting servers to storage devices. This design also simplifies installation and configuration, reducing the overall cost of deploying the adapter in a data center.
The IBM 42D0507 is ideal for a wide range of use cases in data centers, including:
- Virtualization: The IBM 42D0507 is ideal for virtualization environments where high-speed connectivity and improved reliability are essential. This adapter ensures that virtual machines can access storage devices quickly and efficiently, improving the
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Part Number or SKU# 42D0507
- Product Type : Controller
- Product Name : Fibre Channel
- Form Factor: Plug-in Card
- Interface (bus) Type: Pci Express X4
- Pci Specification Revision: Pcie 1.0a, Pcie 1.0
- Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Data Link Protocol: 8gb Fibre Channel
- Data Transfer Rate: 8.5 Gbps
- Ram: 1 Mb
- Flash Memory: 1 Mb
- Interfaces: 1 X Network - 8gb Fibre Channel
- Compatible Slots: 1 X Pci Express
- Width : 1.0 Inch
- Depth : 6.6 Inch
- Height: 2.6 Inch
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