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Product Overview |
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The Dell 406-BBDU Dual Port 16Gb Fibre Channel HBA connects servers efficiently to SAN storage with two high-speed ports. It fits well in enterprise settings where reliable, fast storage access is essential, enabling smooth operation of data-intensive tasks without overloading server resources. |
General Information |
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| Brand | Dell |
| Part Number | 406-BBDU |
Technical Information |
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| Protocol | Fibre Channel (FC) |
| Data Rate | 16Gbps |
| Port Count | 2-Port (Dual) |
| Bus Interface | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| Generation | Gen 5 |
| Connector Type | SFP+ (LC) |
| Chipset / Controller | Emulex LPe16002 (Broadcom/Avago Emulex) |
| Network Topology | Point-to-Point, Switched Fabric (N-Port) |
| Bracket Height | Both Brackets Included |
Advanced Features & Compatibility |
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| Management Features | NPIV Support, Boot from SAN, Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port) |
| 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 |
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| Form Factor | Low Profile (Half Height) |
| Weight | 5.00 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
Miscellaneous |
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| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL |
Product Description |
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The Dell 406-BBDU is a dual-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter designed to connect servers to storage area networks (SANs) with fast, reliable data transfer. It’s commonly used in data centers and enterprise IT environments where high performance and low latency are crucial. Built for Dell PowerEdge servers, this HBA is often found in setups requiring robust storage connectivity, such as virtualization, database management, and large-scale backup systems. IT professionals and system administrators benefit from its stable connectivity and efficient data handling. Key Features
This adapter is typically deployed in enterprise server racks where high-speed access to shared storage is needed. It helps ensure smooth data flow in SAN environments, supporting critical applications without bottlenecks. |