Description
Product overview of IBM 42D0485 Lightpulse 8GBPS
The 42D0485 IBM Lightpulse 8Gbps Single Port PCI-E X4 Fibre Channel HBA is a device used for connecting computer systems to storage area networks (SANs) using fibre channel technology. It is designed for high-performance computing and data-intensive applications that require fast and reliable data transfers between the computer system and the storage network. This article will provide a detailed explanation of the features and benefits of the 42D0485 IBM Lightpulse 8Gbps Single Port PCI-E X4 Fibre Channel HBA.
Features of the 42D0485 IBM 8Gbps Single Port PCI-E X4 Fibre Channel HBA
The 42D0485 IBM Lightpulse 8Gbps Single Port PCI-E X4 Fibre Channel HBA is a high-performance HBA that provides the following features:
- High-Speed Data Transfer The 42D0485 IBM Lightpulse 8Gbps Single Port PCI-E X4 Fibre Channel HBA provides high-speed data transfer rates of up to 8 Gbps, allowing for fast and efficient data transfers between the computer system and the storage network.
- Single Port Design The HBA has a single port design, which means it can connect to a single storage device at a time. This design is ideal for small-scale storage networks and for applications that require low latency and high bandwidth.
- PCI-E X4 Interface The HBA is designed to connect to the computer system using the PCI-E X4 interface, which provides high-speed data transfer rates and low latency.
- LightPulse Technology The HBA uses LightPulse technology, which provides intelligent management and monitoring of the Fibre Channel network. This technology enables the HBA to detect and recover from errors in the network, ensuring reliable and efficient data transfers.
- Supports Multiple Operating Systems The 42D0485 IBM Lightpulse 8Gbps Single Port PCI-E X4 Fibre Channel HBA is compatible with multiple operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and VMware. This compatibility ensures that the HBA can be used with a wide range of computer systems and storage networks.
Benefits of the 42D0485 IBM Lightpulse 8Gbps Single Port PCI-E X4 Fibre Channel HBA
The 42D0485 IBM Lightpulse 8Gbps Single Port PCI-E X4 Fibre Channel HBA provides the following benefits:
- High-Speed Data Transfer The HBA provides fast and efficient data transfers between the computer system and the storage network, reducing data transfer times and improving application performance.
- Reliable Data Transfer The HBA uses LightPulse technology to detect and recover from errors in the Fibre Channel network, ensuring reliable and efficient data transfers.
- Easy Installation The HBA is easy to install and can be integrated into a wide range of computer systems and storage networks.
- Compatible with Multiple Operating Systems The HBA is compatible with multiple operating systems, ensuring that it can be used with a wide range of computer
General Information about the IBM 42D0485
- Brand: IBM
- Model Number or SKU# 42D0485
- Type: Controller
- Sub-Type: Fibre Channel
Technical Information
- IBM Lightpulse 8GB Single Port PCI-E X4 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter For IBM System X
- Ports/Channels: 1 X FC Fibre Channel
- Host Interface: PCI Express X4
- Backward Compatibility: PCI Express 1.0A
- Data Transfer Rate: 8GBPS
- Standard Memory: 1MB SRAM, 2KB NVRAM
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