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| Product Overview |
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The IBM Fibre Channel 8Gb/s PCI Express x2 Expansion Module Card enhances BladeCenter servers by adding fast and dependable Fibre Channel connectivity. It fits into the PCI Express x2 slot and is intended to improve SAN networking capabilities within enterprise data centers. |
| General Information | |
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| Brand | IBM |
| Part Number | 44X1945 |
| Alternate Part Number | 44X1945-02-CT |
| Technical Information | |
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| Protocol | Fibre Channel (FC) |
| Data Rate | 8Gbps |
| Port Count | 2-Port (Dual) |
| Connector Type | SFP+ (LC) |
| Network Topology | Switched Fabric (N-Port) |
| Physical Characteristics | |
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| Form Factor | BladeCenter expansion module |
| Weight | 3.00 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Product Description |
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This IBM Fibre Channel 8Gb/s PCI Express x2 Expansion Module Card is designed to boost storage network capabilities by delivering fast, reliable data connections. Often found in enterprise server environments, it provides the speed and stability needed for demanding applications. Built for IBM BladeCenter chassis, this expansion card helps IT professionals expand their system's connectivity to external storage networks without replacing existing hardware. It’s commonly used by system administrators managing data centers and storage area networks (SANs) that require consistent performance and scalability. Key Features
This expansion module is typically deployed in data centers where high-speed storage access is crucial. It helps maintain smooth data flow between servers and storage arrays, supporting critical business operations and large-scale virtualization environments. |
| Use Cases |
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The 44X1945 expansion module card is utilized primarily to expand storage network connectivity in IBM BladeCenter environments. How It's Used:
This module serves as a critical component in data center infrastructures requiring robust and scalable Fibre Channel connectivity within IBM BladeCenter solutions. |