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00Y3272 IBM 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Expansion Card (CFFh) by QLogic for BladeCenter

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00Y3272

Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 8Gb/s Fibre Channel speed for high-performance data transfer
  • Supports Gigabit Ethernet connectivity via PCI Express slot
  • Designed specifically for IBM BladeCenter environments
  • Uses QLogic CFFh adapter technology for reliable expansion
In stock

$218.50
Product Overview

The IBM 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Expansion Card by QLogic delivers essential dual-protocol connectivity within IBM BladeCenter servers. It fits into a PCI Express slot, enabling fast data transfers through Fibre Channel alongside Gigabit Ethernet support. This card is a practical addition when expanding server network capabilities in tightly packed blade environments.

General Information
Brand QLogic
Part Number 00Y3272
Alternate Part Number 00Y3272-11-CT
Technical Information
Protocol Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate 8Gbps
Port Count 2-Port (Dual)
Bus Interface Mezzanine (LOM)
Generation Gen 5
Connector Type SFP+ (LC)
Chipset / Controller QLogic
Network Topology Switched Fabric (N-Port)
Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features NPIV Support, Boot from SAN, Selective LUN Masking, Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port), VMID Support
OS Compatibility Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 7.x, VMware ESXi 8.x, RHEL 8, RHEL 9, SLES 15, Solaris, AIX
Physical Characteristics
Form Factor BladeCenter CFFh Mezzanine card
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished
Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus


Product Description

This IBM 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Expansion Card is built for enhancing networking capabilities within IBM BladeCenter chassis. It provides fast and reliable data transmission crucial for storage area networks and data center applications. Often found in enterprise setups, this card is tailored for IT professionals who require robust connectivity and seamless integration.

Key Features

  • Enables dual-protocol support combining Fibre Channel and Gigabit Ethernet
  • Integrates smoothly with BladeCenter to expand server networking options
  • Offers high bandwidth suitable for demanding storage and server tasks
  • Compact PCI Express form factor fits BladeCenter slot requirements
  • Uses QLogic technology recognized for dependable performance

This expansion card is usually deployed in data centers and large-scale server rooms where space is limited but network throughput cannot be compromised. It helps maintain efficient data flows and connectivity between servers and storage arrays, supporting critical business applications without interruption.


Use Cases

The 00Y3272 IBM expansion card is utilized in data centers and enterprise environments where enhanced storage and network connectivity are required within IBM BladeCenter servers.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting BladeCenter servers to high-speed Fibre Channel storage area networks
  • Providing Gigabit Ethernet access for network communications within BladeCenter chassis
  • Facilitating virtualized server environments requiring flexible and fast data paths
  • Supporting backup and disaster recovery solutions with efficient SAN connectivity
  • Integrating blade servers into consolidated data center infrastructure

By deploying this expansion card, organizations can improve data throughput and network versatility, optimizing their IBM BladeCenter resources for demanding enterprise workloads.


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00Y3272 IBM 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Expansion Card (CFFh) by QLogic for BladeCenter
00Y3272 IBM 8Gb/s Fibre Channel Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Expansion Card (CFFh) by QLogic for BladeCenter
$218.50