Description
Product Overview of the Qlogic QLE4060C-E
QLogic QLE4060C-E 1GB Single Port PCI Express RJ-45 Copper iSCSI Plug-in Card Host Bus Adapter is a device that enables the connection of a server to a storage area network (SAN). In simple terms, it is a card that allows a computer to communicate with a storage device using a network protocol called iSCSI. This article will provide an in-depth explanation of the features and benefits of the QLogic QLE4060C-E 1GB Single Port PCI Express RJ-45 Copper iSCSI Plug-in Card Host Bus Adapter.
PCI Express and RJ-45 Copper
The QLogic QLE4060C-E 1GB Single Port PCI Express RJ-45 Copper iSCSI Plug-in Card Host Bus Adapter uses the PCI Express interface to connect to the server. PCI Express is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard that provides faster communication between devices. The card uses a single port to connect to the network using an RJ-45 Copper connector. RJ-45 is a standard connector used for Ethernet networking.
iSCSI Protocol
The QLogic QLE4060C-E 1GB Single Port PCI Express RJ-45 Copper iSCSI Plug-in Card Host Bus Adapter uses the iSCSI protocol to communicate with the storage device. iSCSI stands for Internet Small Computer System Interface. It is a network protocol that allows the transmission of SCSI commands over a network. SCSI stands for Small Computer System Interface, which is a set of standards for physically connecting and transferring data between computers and peripheral devices.
Benefits of iSCSI
The iSCSI protocol offers several benefits over traditional Fibre Channel (FC) protocols. Fibre Channel is a high-speed network technology used for connecting servers to storage devices. However, iSCSI offers several advantages over FC, including:
- Lower Cost – iSCSI uses standard Ethernet networking components, which are less expensive than Fibre Channel components. This makes iSCSI a cost-effective solution for organizations that need to expand their storage capabilities.
- Flexibility – iSCSI can run on existing Ethernet networks, which means organizations do not need to install a separate network infrastructure for their storage devices. This makes it a flexible solution for organizations with limited resources.
- Scalability – iSCSI can scale easily to accommodate growing storage requirements. Organizations can add more storage devices to the network as needed without having to worry about the limitations of a Fibre Channel network.
- Ease of Management – iSCSI networks are easy to manage and configure. Administrators can manage the entire network from a single console, which makes it easier to troubleshoot problems and maintain the network.
- Performance – Although iSCSI is not as fast as Fibre Channel, it offers good performance for most applications. It is also faster than traditional network-attached storage (NAS) solutions.
In Summary, the QLogic QLE4060C-E 1GB Single Port PCI Express RJ-45 Copper iSCSI Plug-in Card Host Bus Adapter is a cost-effective and flexible solution for organizations that need to expand their storage capabilities. It uses the iSCSI protocol to communicate with storage devices, which offers several benefits over traditional Fibre Channel protocols. The card uses a single port to connect to the network using an RJ-45 Copper connector and uses the PCI Express interface to connect to the server. Overall, the QLogic QLE4060C-E 1GB Single Port PCI Express RJ-45 Copper iSCSI Plug-in Card Host Bus Adapter is a reliable and efficient solution for organizations that need to store and manage large amounts of data.
Main Information about the Qlogic QLE4060C-E
- Manufacturer: Qlogic
- Part Number or SKU# QLE4060C-E
- Device Type: Network Adapte
Technical Information
- Form Factor: Plug-in Card
- Interface (bus) Type: Pci Express X4
- Dimensions (wxdxh): 6.7 In X 2 In
- Cabling Type: Ethernet 10base-t, Ethernet 100base-tx, Ethernet 1000base-t
- Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
- Data Transfer Rate: 1 Gbps
- Network / Transport Protocol: Tcp/ip, Iscsi
- Compliant Standards: Ieee 802.1q, Ieee 802.1p, Ieee 802.3x
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