Name: 445976-001 HP NC360M Dual 1GbE PCIe Mezzanine Fibre Channel NIC for c-Class BladeSystem
Brand: HP
SKU: 445976-001
Price: 131.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (112 reviews)

Product Overview
The 445976-001 HP NC360M network interface card delivers dual 1 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity combined with Fibre Channel support, specifically designed for the HP c-Class BladeSystem. It fits into mezzanine slots to provide a compact yet powerful solution for integrating network and storage traffic within blade server environments.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Product Type	Mezzanine NIC
Data Rate (Speed)	1GbE
Data Center Bridging	No
Number of Ports	2-Port (Dual)
Network Management	SNMP
Offload Support	PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), Jumbo Frames

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	Mezzanine Card
Port Type	RJ-45 (Copper)
Cabling Type	Cat6a
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The 445976-001 HP NC360M is a network interface card designed to provide reliable and efficient network connectivity within HP c-Class BladeSystem environments. This adapter combines dual 1 Gigabit Ethernet ports with Fibre Channel capabilities, allowing seamless integration of data and storage traffic through a single card. Often found in enterprise server blade setups, this card supports both network and storage communications, appealing to IT professionals managing blade servers that require consolidated and high-performance networking solutions. Built for environments that demand compact and scalable hardware, it fits directly into mezzanine slots of compatible blades. Key Features Two 1GbE ports enable concurrent high-bandwidth network connections Mezzanine design ensures compatibility with HP c-Class BladeSystem blades Supports Fibre Channel for streamlined storage area network access Low-profile PCI-Express interface reduces latency and maximizes throughput Driver and firmware optimized for stability and performance in HP environments This adapter plays a vital role in consolidating networking and storage interfaces within blade servers, improving cable management and system integration. Its reliability and consistent throughput make it a dependable choice for maintaining balanced server workloads and efficient data flow.

Use Cases
This network interface card is primarily utilized within HP c-Class BladeSystem environments where space and performance efficiency are critical. IT administrators deploying blades in data centers benefit from its dual-purpose networking and storage capabilities, enabling streamlined infrastructure management. How It's Used: Connecting blade servers to enterprise LANs via dual 1GbE ports in data center rack deployments Facilitating storage area network access through integrated Fibre Channel in virtualization clusters Providing consolidated network and storage connectivity in high-density blade server farms Supporting failover and load balancing for critical network paths in enterprise IT infrastructures Serving as a modular upgrade option for existing HP blade installations requiring enhanced network features By combining essential network and storage interfaces in a mezzanine form factor, this adapter supports streamlined operations and scalability within blade server systems. Its design helps maintain efficient data and storage flows critical to enterprise workloads without increasing physical footprint.

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445976-001 HP NC360M Dual 1GbE PCIe Mezzanine Fibre Channel NIC for c-Class BladeSystem

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