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Dell 342-4963 16GB Single Port PCI-E 2.0 Fibre Channel HBA with Standard Bracket Card Only is a hardware component manufactured by Dell. In this article, we will discuss in detail about this component, its features, and its use.
Dell 342-4963 16GB Single Port PCI-E 2.0 Fibre Channel
Dell 342-4963 16GB Single Port PCI-E 2.0 Fibre Channel HBA with Standard Bracket Card Only is a hardware component that allows computers to connect to Fibre Channel networks. Fibre Channel is a high-speed network technology that is commonly used in enterprise storage networks. The HBA (Host Bus Adapter) is a hardware component that acts as an interface between a computer and a storage device.
Features
The Dell 342-4963 16GB Single Port PCI-E 2.0 Fibre Channel HBA with Standard Bracket Card Only has several features, including:
- High-speed connectivity: The HBA supports data transfer rates of up to 16GB/s, which makes it suitable for use in high-speed storage networks.
- Single port connectivity: The HBA has a single port for connecting to a Fibre Channel network.
- PCI Express 2.0 interface: The HBA uses a PCI Express 2.0 interface for connecting to the computer’s motherboard.
- Standard bracket card: The HBA comes with a standard bracket card that allows it to be installed in most computer systems.
Uses
The Dell 342-4963 16GB Single Port PCI-E 2.0 Fibre Channel HBA with Standard Bracket Card Only can be used in several ways, including:
- Connecting to storage devices: The HBA can be used to connect a computer to a storage device, such as a Fibre Channel SAN (Storage Area Network).
- High-speed data transfer: The HBA’s high-speed data transfer capabilities make it suitable for use in applications that require fast data transfer rates, such as video editing or high-performance computing.
- Enterprise storage networks: The HBA is commonly used in enterprise storage networks, which require high-speed and reliable connectivity.
Compatibility
The Dell 342-4963 16GB Single Port PCI-E 2.0 Fibre Channel HBA with Standard Bracket Card Only is compatible with most computer systems that have a PCI Express 2.0 slot. However, before purchasing the HBA, make sure that your computer’s hardware and operating system are compatible with the HBA.
General Information about the Dell 342-4963
- Manufacturer : Dell
- Part Number or SKU# 342-4963
- Type : Controller
- Sub-Type : Fibre Channel
Technical Information
- Device Type : Host Bus Adapter
- Form Factor : Plug-In Card
- Interface (Bus) Type : PCI Express 2.0 X8
- Pci Specification Revision : PCI 2.0
- Ports : 16GB Fibre Channel
- Data Link Protocol : 16GB Fibre Channel (Sw)
- Max Transfer Distance : 410 Ft
- Data Transfer Rate : 14.025 GBps
- System Requirements : Linux, Microsoft Windows, Vmware Esxi, Oracle Solaris
- Data Link Protocol : 16GB Fibre Channel (Sw)
- Features : Full Duplex Capability, Auto-Negotiation, Manageable, Firmware Upgradable
- Interfaces : 1 X 16GB Fibre Channel (Short Wave) – Lc Multi-Mode X 2
- Compatible Slots : 1 X PCI Express 2.0 X8
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