Description
Key Features and Benefits of LPE32002-D Dell
The Emulex LPE32002-D Dell 32GB Dual Port PCI-E 3.0 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter offers several key features and benefits, including:
- High Performance: The LPE32002-D delivers high performance with up to 32Gbps Fibre Channel throughput per port, providing superior I/O performance for demanding applications.
- Dual-Port Design: The dual-port design of the LPE32002-D provides redundancy and load balancing, enabling users to improve resiliency and performance of their Fibre Channel storage area networks (SANs).
- PCIe 3.0 Interface: The LPE32002-D supports the PCIe 3.0 interface, offering higher bandwidth and lower latency compared to previous PCIe generations.
- Full-Height and Half-Height Form Factors: The LPE32002-D is available in both full-height and half-height form factors, providing flexibility in server deployment options.
- Common Driver Model: The LPE32002-D uses a common driver model across Emulex’s entire product line, simplifying driver installation and reducing management complexity.
- Scalable: The LPE32002-D is designed to scale with the needs of the enterprise, supporting up to 1.2 million input/output operations per second (IOPS) and up to 1600 simultaneous exchanges per port.
- Advanced Data Protection: The LPE32002-D includes advanced data protection features such as error detection and correction, data integrity checks, and automatic speed negotiation, ensuring data integrity and reliability.
- Easy Management: The LPE32002-D is easy to manage with support for Emulex OneCommand Manager and other management tools, providing a centralized interface for configuration and management.
Configuration and Management Options
Here are some configuration and management options for the LPE32002-D Dell 32GB Dual Port PCI-E 3.0 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter:
- Emulex OneCommand Manager: OneCommand Manager is a software application that provides a centralized management interface for Emulex Fibre Channel adapters. It allows users to configure and manage the LPE32002-D and other Emulex adapters from a single console, simplifying administration and reducing management complexity.
- Emulex HBAnyware: HBAnyware is another software application that provides a web-based graphical user interface for configuring and managing Emulex Fibre Channel adapters. It allows users to view adapter information, update firmware, set driver parameters, and perform other management tasks.
- Command Line Interface (CLI): The LPE32002-D also supports a Command Line Interface (CLI) that allows users to configure and manage the adapter through a command line interface. The CLI provides a powerful set of commands that can be used to view adapter information, modify adapter settings, and perform diagnostic tests.
- Vendor-specific Management Tools: In addition to Emulex management tools, many server and storage vendors also provide their own management tools that can be used to manage LPE32002-D and other Fibre Channel adapters. These tools may offer additional features and capabilities specific to the vendor’s hardware and software environment.
- Firmware Updates: Regular firmware updates can help to ensure that the LPE32002-D is operating at peak performance and reliability. Firmware updates are typically available through the Emulex website or through vendor-specific support channels.
- Performance Monitoring: Performance monitoring tools can be used to track the performance of the LPE32002-D and identify potential issues before they impact system performance. Many server and storage platforms include built-in performance monitoring tools, or third-party tools can be used to monitor Fibre Channel performance.
- Diagnostic Tools: Diagnostic tools can be used to troubleshoot issues with the LPE32002-D, such as connectivity problems or performance issues. Emulex and vendor-specific diagnostic tools are available and can help to quickly identify and resolve issues.
Compatibility with Server and Storage Platforms
The LPE32002-D Dell 32GB Dual Port PCI-E 3.0 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is compatible with a wide range of server and storage platforms, including:
- Dell EMC PowerEdge servers
- Dell EMC PowerVault storage systems
- Dell EMC Unity storage systems
- Dell EMC VMAX storage systems
- Dell EMC VNX storage systems
- Dell EMC XtremIO storage systems
- HP ProLiant servers
- HPE 3PAR storage systems
- HPE XP7 storage systems
- IBM System x servers
- IBM System Storage DS8000 series
- IBM XIV Storage System
- NetApp FAS and V-Series storage systems
- Cisco UCS servers
- Oracle Sun servers and storage systems.
This list is not exhaustive, and the LPE32002-D may be compatible with other server and storage platforms not listed here. It is important to consult the product documentation and compatibility guides for both the host server and storage system to ensure compatibility with the LPE32002-D.
General Information about this Dell LPE32002-D
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# LPE32002-D
- Product Type : Controller
- Product Name : Fibre Channel
Technical Specifications of LPE32002-D Dell
- Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8
- Bus Type: Fibre Channel
- Data Transfer Rate: 32 Gbps
- Number of Ports: Dual Port
- Compatible OS: Windows, Linux, VMware
- Form Factor: Low Profile
- Connector: LC
- LED Indicators: Link, Activity, Error
- Supported Fibre Channel Protocols: FC-PI-6, FC-SP-2, FC-FS-2, FC-GS-6, FC-TAPE-2, FCP-4, FC-LS-3, FC-MI-3, FC-SW-5, FC-BB-6, FC-FLA, FC-PLDA, FC-MJS, FC-SB-5, FC-SW-6
- Supported Topologies: Point-to-point, Switched Fabric, Arbitrated Loop
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