Name: 403621-B21 HP Emulex 2-Port 4Gb/s FC PCIe x2 Host Bus Adapter
Brand: HP
SKU: 403621-B21
Price: 59.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (114 reviews)

Product Overview
The 403621-B21 - HP Emulex 2-Ports 4Gb/s FC PCIe x2 Host Bus Adapter connects servers to storage networks with dual 4 Gb/s Fibre Channel ports, fitting into PCIe x2 slots for reliable data communication. It suits environments where moderate fibre channel throughput and compatibility with HP server platforms are important.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	4Gbps
Port Count	2-Port (Dual)
Chipset / Controller	Emulex
Network Topology	Point-to-Point, Switched Fabric (N-Port), Arbitrated Loop

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

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The 403621-B21 - HP Emulex 2-Ports 4Gb/s FC PCIe x2 Host Bus Adapter provides reliable fibre channel connectivity designed to link servers with storage area networks. Often found in enterprise data centers, this adapter supports robust storage networking capabilities that aid in maintaining consistent data flow and performance. Built for IT administrators and data center professionals, it facilitates smooth integration within existing infrastructure, supporting scalable and efficient storage solutions. The adapter is commonly used in server environments requiring dependable fibre channel connections with moderate throughput demands. Key Features Delivers dual 4 Gb/s Fibre Channel ports for balanced load distribution PCIe x2 interface offers solid bandwidth for demanding storage traffic Supports error recovery and advanced network protocols for stable operation Compatible with a wide range of HP servers and storage arrays Designed to reduce latency and enhance data transfer efficiency This adapter plays a crucial role in enabling stable and fast communication between servers and storage systems. Its consistent performance contributes to the overall reliability of storage networks without adding unnecessary complexity. By maintaining steady throughput and minimizing downtime, it ensures that storage access remains efficient and dependable, aligning well with the needs of enterprise IT environments.

Use Cases
This adapter is commonly deployed in enterprise data centers and mid-sized IT infrastructures, offering dependable fibre channel connectivity for storage networking. It benefits users needing stable and efficient links between servers and storage arrays in demanding environments. How It's Used: Connecting rack-mounted HP servers to fibre channel storage area networks in data centers Supporting virtualization environments requiring consistent storage access and performance Enabling backup and recovery servers to communicate efficiently with SAN devices Facilitating storage clusters that demand balanced load across multiple fibre channel ports Integrating with mid-tier HP server platforms for enhanced storage networking capabilities By providing a reliable fibre channel connection, this adapter helps maintain operational continuity and storage performance in these settings. It supports scalable infrastructure needs while minimizing complexity in fibre channel deployments.

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403621-B21 HP Emulex 2-Port 4Gb/s FC PCIe x2 Host Bus Adapter

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