Name: 42D0503 IBM 8Gb/s Single-Port PCIe Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
Brand: IBM
SKU: 42D0503
Price: 121.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM QLogic QLE2560 is a single-port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel host bus adapter designed to link servers with storage area networks efficiently. It fits into PCI Express slots in IBM servers and provides fast, reliable connectivity for enterprise storage solutions, making it a practical choice for managing critical data traffic.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	42D0503
Alternate Part Number	42D0503-01-CT

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	8Gbps
Port Count	1-Port (Single)
Bus Interface	PCIe 2.0 x8
Generation	Gen 4
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Chipset / Controller	QLogic QLE2560
Network Topology	Point-to-Point, Switched Fabric (N-Port), Arbitrated Loop
Bracket Height	Full Height (Standard)

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	NPIV Support, Boot from SAN, Selective LUN Masking, Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2019, VMware ESXi 7.x, RHEL 8, SLES 15, Solaris, AIX

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Full-height PCIe card (standard bracket)
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
This IBM QLogic QLE2560 host bus adapter provides a single 8Gb/s Fibre Channel connection designed to link servers to storage area networks with high throughput and low latency. Often found in enterprise data centers, it enables fast data transfer to meet demanding storage workloads. Built for IBM server environments, it’s a preferred choice for IT professionals managing SANs who need dependable and efficient storage connectivity. Its PCIe full-height form factor fits standard server slots, making integration straightforward. Key Features Delivers 8Gb/s Fibre Channel speed for fast data access Single-port design simplifies connectivity and reduces hardware complexity PCI Express interface ensures compatibility with modern servers Supports Fibre Channel protocols for robust SAN integration Designed to reduce latency and maximize throughput in storage networks Typically deployed in server rooms and data centers, this adapter helps maintain smooth storage operations and quick access to large volumes of data. Its reliable performance supports critical applications and database workloads without bottlenecks.

Use Cases
The 42D0503 IBM 8Gb/s Single-Port PCIe Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is primarily deployed in enterprise IT environments where high-speed, low-latency storage connectivity is essential. It is suited for data centers and storage clusters requiring robust linkages between servers and SANs to manage intensive workloads efficiently. How It's Used: Connecting IBM rack-mounted servers to centralized SAN storage for virtualization platforms in enterprise data centers. Supporting high-throughput database applications in mid-sized business IT infrastructures requiring dependable storage access. Integrating with storage area networks in remote office setups to enable consistent and secure data replication. Deploying within storage clusters for scalable backup and disaster recovery solutions in financial institutions. Facilitating efficient data traffic management in cloud infrastructure environments leveraging IBM server hardware. This adapter enhances operational efficiency by ensuring stable and scalable Fibre Channel connectivity crucial for demanding storage environments. It supports evolving workloads with consistent throughput, enabling organizations to maintain performance standards in critical data processing tasks.