Description
Security and Accessibility
The BS668A HPE StorageWorks CN1000Q 2-Port Converged Network Adapter is a hardware device designed to provide high-speed network connectivity and support for various networking protocols such as Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) and Internet Small Computer System Interface over IP (iSCSI).
In terms of security, the CN1000Q adapter supports several security features, such as data encryption and authentication, to protect data transmitted over the network. The adapter supports the Fibre Channel Security Protocol (FC-SP), which provides data integrity, confidentiality, and authentication of Fibre Channel traffic. Additionally, the adapter supports the Internet Protocol Security (IPsec) protocol, which provides secure communication over IP networks.
In terms of accessibility, the CN1000Q adapter is designed to be easy to install and use. The adapter supports plug-and-play installation, which means that it can be easily installed and configured without the need for special tools or expertise. The adapter also includes a web-based management interface, which provides a user-friendly interface for configuring and managing the adapter.
Performance and Efficiency
The BS668A HPE StorageWorks CN1000Q 2Port Converged Network Adapter (CNA) is a network interface card designed to provide high performance and efficiency for converged networking environments. The CN1000Q is designed to support both Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) and Ethernet traffic, allowing organizations to consolidate their network infrastructure and reduce costs.
In terms of performance, the CN1000Q provides high-speed connectivity for both storage and networking traffic. The card supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) speeds for Ethernet traffic, and 8Gb/s Fibre Channel speeds for storage traffic. This high-speed connectivity enables organizations to achieve faster data transfer rates, reduce latency, and improve overall system performance.
The CN1000Q also provides a number of features designed to improve efficiency. One such feature is the ability to offload network and storage processing from the CPU to the adapter, which can help reduce system overhead and improve overall system performance. The card also supports Data Center Bridging (DCB), a set of standards that enable the prioritization of different types of network traffic, allowing organizations to better manage network resources and ensure that critical applications receive the necessary bandwidth.
Another efficiency feature of the CN1000Q is its support for virtualization technologies. The card is designed to work with hypervisors such as VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V, allowing organizations to deploy virtual machines (VMs) with high-performance storage and networking capabilities. This can help improve overall data center efficiency by enabling more VMs to be hosted on a single physical server.
User Interface and Controls
The BS668A HPE StorageWorks CN1000Q 2Port Converged Network Adapter is a networking device that provides two ports for connecting servers and storage devices in a converged network environment. It has a user interface and controls that allow users to configure and manage the device.
The user interface and controls of the BS668A adapter include:
- LED Indicators: The device has LED indicators on the front panel that provide status information for each port. The LEDs indicate link activity, speed, and whether the port is in Fibre Channel or Ethernet mode.
- Management Software: The adapter can be configured and managed using management software provided by the manufacturer. This software provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for configuring network settings, monitoring performance, and managing security features.
- Configuration Utility: The adapter also includes a configuration utility that allows users to configure settings such as network mode (Fibre Channel or Ethernet), network address, and other advanced settings.
- Drivers: The adapter requires drivers to be installed on the host server to enable communication with the device. These drivers can be downloaded from the manufacturer’s website.
- Firmware: The adapter has firmware that can be updated using firmware updates provided by the manufacturer. Firmware updates can improve device performance and add new features.
General Information
- Manufacturer: HPE
- MPN: BS668A
- Type: Networking
- Adapter-Type: Network Adapter 2 Ports
- SKU: BS668A
- Form Factor: Plug-in Card
- Spare Part Number: 624499-002
- Interface (Bus) Type: PCI Express 2.0 x8
- PCI Specification Revision: PCIe 2.0
Networking
- Compliant Standards: IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.3ae
- Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Data Link Protocol: 10 GIGE
- Data Transfer Rate: 10 GBPS
- Status Indicators: Link/activity
Environmental Parameters
- Humidity Range Operating: 10 – 90% (non-condensing)
- Max Operating Temperature: 55 °C
- Min Operating Temperature: 0 °C
Expansion / Connectivity
- Compatible Slots: 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x8
- Expansion Slots: 2 (total) / 2 (free) x SFP+
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.23 x 0.88 x 0.25 inch
- Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories: Low-profile bracket, full-height bracket
Software / System Requirements
- OS Required: SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 11, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 10, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5, Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition SP2, Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 x64 Edition
Compatibility Information
- HPE ProLiant DL Series: DL160 G6, DL160 G6 Special Server, DL165 G7, DL165 G7 Performance, DL165 G7 Special Server, DL180 G6, DL180 G6 Special Server, DL2x170h G6, DL320 G6, DL320 G6 Entry, DL320 G6 High Efficiency, DL320 G6 Performance, DL360 G6, DL360 G6 Base, DL360 G6 Efficiency, DL360 G6 Entry, DL360 G6 Performance, DL360 G7, DL360 G7 Base, DL360 G7 Central Management Server, DL360 G7 Efficiency, DL360 G7 Entry, DL360 G7 Performance, DL360 G7 Special Server, DL360e Gen8, DL360e Gen8 Entry, DL360e Gen8 Performance, DL360e Gen8 Special Server, DL360p Gen8, DL360p Gen8 Base, DL360p Gen8 CMS, DL360p Gen8 Entry, DL360p Gen8 High Performance, DL370 G6, DL370 G6 Base, DL370 G6 High Performance, DL370 G6 Performance, DL380 G6, DL380 G6 Base, DL380 G6 Entry, DL380 G6 High Efficiency, DL380 G6 Performance, DL380 G7, DL380 G7 Base, DL380 G7 Efficiency, DL380 G7 Entry, DL380 G7 Performance, DL380 G7 Special Server, DL380p Gen8, DL380p Gen8 Base, DL380p Gen8 Entry, DL380p Gen8 High Performance, DL380p Gen8 Special, DL385 G7, DL385 G7 Base, DL385 G7 Entry, DL385 G7 HE, DL385 G7 Performance, DL385p Gen8, DL385p Gen8 Dedicated Workload, DL385p Gen8 Entry, DL385p Gen8 Maximized Consolidation, DL385p Gen8 Storage, DL4x170h G6, DL580 G7, DL580 G7 Base, DL580 G7 High Performance, DL585 G6, DL585 G6 Base, DL585 G6 Performance, DL585 G7, DL585 G7 Base, DL585 G7 Performance, DL980 G7
- HPE ProLiant ML Series:ML350 G6, ML350 G6 Base, ML350 G6 Entry, ML350 G6 Performance, ML350 G6 Special Server, ML370 G6, ML370 G6 Base, ML370 G6 Entry
- HPE ProLiant SL Series:SL160s G6, SL160z G6, SL165z G7, SL170z G6, SL2x170z G6
