Name: 111-02732 NetApp 16Gb Fibre Channel Mezzanine Card PCIe 3.0 x8 Dual-Port
Brand: NetApp
SKU: 111-02732
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The 111-02732 - NetApp 16Gb/ Fibre Channel Mezzanine Card delivers high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity tailored for enterprise storage setups. It fits neatly into compatible NetApp systems to improve data throughput and reduce latency in demanding environments.

General Information
Brand	NetApp

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	16Gbps
Port Count	2-Port (Dual)
Bus Interface	Mezzanine (LOM)
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Network Topology	Point-to-Point, Switched Fabric (N-Port)
Bracket Height	Internal/Mezzanine

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
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This 16Gb Fibre Channel Mezzanine Card provides a robust solution for integrating high-performance Fibre Channel connectivity into NetApp storage platforms. Commonly found in enterprise storage arrays, it helps maintain efficient data flow between servers and storage devices. Built for IT professionals managing data centers and storage infrastructure, the card supports demanding workloads that require reliable and fast communication paths. Key Features Offers 16Gbps Fibre Channel speed for accelerated data movement Compact mezzanine design fits seamlessly within existing server chassis Delivers consistent low-latency communication suitable for storage traffic Compatible with NetApp systems to ensure smooth integration Supports advanced error correction and link management Designed to enhance the connectivity within storage environments, this card plays a vital role in maintaining stable and high-performance data exchanges. Its reliability and speed contribute to the overall efficiency of data center operations without adding complexity.

Use Cases
This mezzanine card is typically used in data centers managing NetApp storage arrays where high bandwidth and low latency are essential. IT administrators benefit from its integration to maintain optimal networked storage performance. How It's Used: Enables fast Fibre Channel connections in enterprise storage clusters Supports virtualization environments requiring rapid storage access Integrates into rack-mounted servers managing large-scale data repositories Facilitates storage area networks (SAN) in medium to large enterprises Optimizes data transfer in cloud infrastructure storage nodes By providing a reliable interface, this mezzanine card enhances storage system responsiveness and scalability, supporting evolving data center demands without compromising performance.