Description
Key Features and Benefits of 16GB Fibre Channel Speed
Here are some key features and benefits for the GVF0M Dell LPe31002-M6-D 2 Port 16GB Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter:
- High Performance: The LPe31002-M6-D provides up to 2x greater IOPS performance than the previous generation, enabling faster access to data and applications.
- Low Latency: The adapter supports low latency and high-bandwidth applications, ensuring that data transfers happen quickly and efficiently.
- Dual-Port Connectivity: With two 16Gb Fibre Channel ports, the adapter provides redundant paths to storage, enabling high availability and data protection.
- Scalability: The LPe31002-M6-D allows for scalable connectivity to storage, making it ideal for growing businesses with expanding storage needs.
- Efficient Operation: The adapter features advanced power management capabilities, including power-saving and power-monitoring features, helping to reduce overall energy costs.
- Ease of Management: The adapter is easy to install and manage, with a streamlined installation process and comprehensive management tools, including Dell’s iDRAC and OpenManage software.
- Broad Compatibility: The LPe31002-M6-D is compatible with a wide range of Dell PowerEdge servers and storage solutions, ensuring seamless integration into your existing infrastructure.
Remote Management and Monitoring Capabilities
The GVF0M Dell LPe31002-M6-D 2 Port 16GB Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) supports remote management and monitoring capabilities through the following tools:
- Dell Storage Manager (DSM): DSM is a centralized management tool that allows you to manage and monitor all of your Dell storage systems and HBAs from a single interface. It provides comprehensive reporting, real-time performance monitoring, and automated alerts for proactive management.
- Command Line Interface (CLI): The HBA supports a command line interface that allows you to remotely configure and manage the HBA using industry-standard command syntax.
- Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP): The HBA supports SNMP, which enables remote monitoring and management of the HBA through SNMP-compatible network management systems.
- Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) support: The HBA supports FCoE, which allows the HBA to be managed and monitored over a network using Ethernet-based management tools.
Compatibility with Other Fibre Channel Components
The GVF0M Dell LPe31002-M6-D 2 Port 16GB Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is compatible with a range of Fibre Channel components. Here are some examples:
- Compatible Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, VMware, Solaris, AIX, HP-UX
- Compatible Servers: Dell PowerEdge, HP ProLiant, IBM System x, Oracle Sun x86, Cisco UCS C-Series
- Compatible Switches: Brocade, Cisco, QLogic, Emulex
- Compatible Storage Arrays: Dell EMC, HPE, IBM, NetApp, Pure Storage, Hitachi Vantara
General Information about this Dell GVF0M
- Manufacturer: Dell
- MPN: GVF0M
- Type: Controller
- Adapter Type: Host Bus Adapter 2 Port
Technical Specifications
Here are the technical specifications for the GVF0M Dell LPe31002-M6-D 2 Port 16GB Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter:
- Product Type: Host bus adapter (HBA)
- Interface Type: PCI Express 3.0 x8
- Data Transfer Rate: 16 Gbps
- Number of Ports: 2
- Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Fibre Channel Class Support: Class 2, Class 3, Class F
- Features: Extended Message-Signaled Interrupts (MSI-X)
- Processor: 1 x Lancer 16GB
- Supported Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows, Red Hat Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESX, VMware ESXi
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 6.6 in x 2.7 in
- Weight: 3.39 oz
