Description
Product Overview of Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
The Emulex 8GB Quad-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter, also known as P003927-01A, is a high-performance network interface card designed to support Fibre Channel (FC) technology. This card provides a reliable and scalable solution for connecting storage systems to servers in data center environments. In this article, we will explore the features and benefits of the Emulex 8GB Quad-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter, as well as its use cases and installation requirements.
Features and Benefits
The Emulex 8GB Quad-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is designed to provide high performance and reliability for data center environments. Here are some of its key features and benefits:
Quad-Port Configuration
The Emulex 8GB Quad-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter comes with four Fibre Channel ports, allowing it to connect up to four storage systems to a single server. This configuration reduces the number of adapters required and simplifies cabling, making it ideal for environments where space is limited.
High Performance
The Emulex 8GB Quad-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter delivers high performance with up to 8Gbps data transfer rates. This ensures that data can be transferred quickly and efficiently between storage systems and servers, enabling faster access to critical business data.
Reliability
The Emulex 8GB Quad-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is designed for high availability and reliability, ensuring that data is always available when it is needed. It supports advanced error handling and recovery features, such as Data Center Bridging Exchange (DCBX) and Fabric Shortest Path First (FSPF), which help to optimize network performance and minimize downtime.
Ease of Use
The Emulex 8GB Quad-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is designed to be easy to install and manage. It comes with a standard bracket card only, making it compatible with most server chassis. Additionally, it supports standard management interfaces, such as Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) and Common Information Model (CIM), which make it easy to integrate with existing management tools.
Use Cases for Emulex 8GB Quad-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
The Emulex 8GB Quad-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is ideal for a wide range of use cases, including:
- Storage Area Networks
The Emulex 8GB Quad-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is ideal for connecting servers to storage area networks (SANs). It provides high-speed connectivity and advanced features, such as virtualization and Quality of Service (QoS), which help to optimize SAN performance and ensure reliable data access.
- Cloud Computing
The Emulex 8GB Quad-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is also well-suited for cloud computing environments. Its high-performance and reliability features make it ideal for use in virtualized environments, where multiple virtual machines (VMs) need to access the same storage resources.
- Big Data
The Emulex 8GB Quad-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is also suitable for big data environments. Its high-speed connectivity and advanced features, such as load balancing and failover, help to ensure reliable data access and optimal performance in environments with high data volumes and processing requirements.
General Information about the Emulex P003927-01A
- Manufacture: Emulex
- Part Number or SKU# P003927-01A
- Product Type : Quad-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
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