Description
Product Overview of the Dell W62DW
Dell W62DW 8GB Single Port PCI-E Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is a hardware device that connects a computer or server to a storage area network (SAN). The device is designed to provide high-speed data transfer between the computer and storage devices, such as disk arrays, tape libraries, and other SAN storage devices. In this article, we will discuss the features and benefits of Dell W62DW 8GB Single Port PCI-E Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter in detail.
What is Fibre Channel
Fibre Channel is a high-speed communication protocol that enables data transfer between servers and storage devices in a SAN. Fibre Channel is designed to support high-bandwidth applications that require fast access to large amounts of data, such as video streaming, data backup, and scientific research. Fibre Channel uses optical fiber cables to transmit data over long distances, which makes it ideal for connecting servers and storage devices in large data centers.
What is a Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
A Host Bus Adapter (HBA) is a hardware device that connects a computer or server to a SAN. An HBA is typically installed in a PCI-E slot on the computer’s motherboard and provides the computer with access to the SAN. The HBA translates the computer’s data into Fibre Channel packets and sends them to the SAN, and receives Fibre Channel packets from the SAN and translates them back into data that the computer can understand.
Features
- High-speed data transfer: Dell W62DW 8GB Single Port PCI-E Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter provides a high-speed data transfer rate of up to 8 Gbps. This high-speed data transfer allows for faster data backup and recovery, improved application performance, and faster access to large amounts of data.
- PCI-E interface: The Dell W62DW 8GB Single Port PCI-E Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is designed to be installed in a PCI-E slot on a computer’s motherboard. The PCI-E interface provides a high-speed data transfer between the HBA and the computer’s CPU, which reduces latency and improves performance.
- Single port design: The Dell W62DW 8GB Single Port PCI-E Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter features a single port design, which makes it an ideal choice for small to medium-sized data centers. The single port design reduces the cost of the HBA while still providing high-speed data transfer between the computer and the SAN.
- Fibre Channel Protocol: The Dell W62DW 8GB Single Port PCI-E Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter uses the Fibre Channel Protocol to communicate with SAN storage devices. The Fibre Channel Protocol is a reliable and robust protocol that ensures data integrity and high-speed data transfer.
- Compatibility: The Dell W62DW 8GB Single Port PCI-E Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is compatible with a wide range of servers and operating systems. This makes it easy to integrate into existing data center infrastructure without the need for additional hardware or software.
Benefits
- Improved application performance: Dell W62DW 8GB Single Port PCI-E Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter provides high-speed data transfer between the computer and the SAN. This high-speed data transfer allows for faster application performance, reduced latency, and improved productivity.
- Faster data backup and recovery: The high-speed data transfer provided by Dell W62DW 8GB Single Port PCI-E Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter allows for faster data backup and recovery. This reduces the risk of data loss and downtime, which can result in significant cost savings for businesses.
General Information about the Dell W62DW
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU#: W62DW
- Product Type : Host Bus Adapter
Technical Information
- Memory: 8GB
- Interface: PCI Express 3.0 x8
- Data Transfer Rate: 8 Gbps
Power Consumption
- Maximum power consumption: 7W
Dimensions & Weight
- Height: 6.89 inch
- Width: 4.72 inch
- Depth: 0.71 inch
- Weight: 0.22 lbs
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