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44X1940 IBM QLogic 8Gb/s Ethernet Fibre Channel Expansion Card

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44X1940

Condition: Refurbished
  • 8Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity for high-speed data transfer
  • Designed for IBM systems to enhance storage network performance
  • Supports Ethernet and Fibre Channel protocols for versatile networking
  • Low-profile expansion card format suitable for various server models
In stock

$161.00
Product Overview

The IBM QLogic 44X1940 expansion card adds 8Gb/s Fibre Channel and Ethernet capabilities to compatible IBM servers. It fits into the server's PCIe slot and serves as a bridge between the host system and storage networks, supporting high-speed, low-latency data transfer. This card is a practical choice for businesses looking to upgrade their storage networking without replacing entire systems.

General Information
Brand IBM
Part Number 44X1940
Technical Information
Protocol Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate 8Gbps
Port Count 2-Port (Dual)
Bus Interface PCIe 2.0 x8
Generation Gen 4
Connector Type SFP+ (LC)
Chipset / Controller QLogic QLE2562
Network Topology Point-to-Point, Switched Fabric (N-Port)
Bracket Height Both Brackets Included
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
Form Factor Low Profile (Half Height) PCIe HBA
Condition Refurbished
Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus


Product Description

This 44X1940 IBM QLogic 8Gb/s Ethernet Fibre Channel Expansion Card provides fast and reliable connectivity for enterprise storage environments. It enables servers to access storage area networks (SANs) efficiently, improving data throughput and reducing latency. Often found in data centers and server rooms, it is built to handle demanding storage workloads and large-scale virtualization setups.

Key Features

  • Offers 8Gb/s Fibre Channel speeds to support high-bandwidth storage applications
  • Compatible specifically with IBM server platforms for seamless integration
  • Supports multiprotocol operations, including Ethernet and Fibre Channel
  • Compact low-profile design allows installation in varied server chassis
  • Includes advanced error correction and diagnostics for stable operation

This expansion card is commonly deployed in environments where fast access to SAN storage is critical, such as in enterprise backup solutions, database servers, and cloud computing infrastructure. Its role is crucial in maintaining smooth data flow between servers and storage arrays, helping to optimize overall system performance without requiring major hardware changes.


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44X1940 IBM QLogic 8Gb/s Ethernet Fibre Channel Expansion Card
44X1940 IBM QLogic 8Gb/s Ethernet Fibre Channel Expansion Card
$161.00