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| Product Overview |
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The IBM LPE1205A is a dual-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter that connects servers to storage networks with 8Gb/s speeds. It fits into PCI Express 2.0 x4 slots and is designed mainly for IBM server and storage systems, providing reliable and fast SAN access in data center environments. |
| General Information | |
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| Brand | IBM |
| Part Number | 46M6140 |
| Technical Information | |
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| Protocol | Fibre Channel (FC) |
| Data Rate | 8Gbps |
| Port Count | 2-Port (Dual) |
| Connector Type | SFP+ (LC) |
| Chipset / Controller | Emulex LPe1205 |
| 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, Selective LUN Masking, 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 |
| Physical Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Low Profile (Half Height) |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Miscellaneous | |
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| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL |
| Product Description |
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This IBM LPE1205A Dual Channel FC HBA is built for connecting servers to storage area networks (SANs) with efficient data transfer speeds. Often found in enterprise data centers, it enables quick access to storage resources through its Fibre Channel protocol. It’s commonly used in environments that require consistent performance for storage operations, such as virtualization, database management, and backup solutions. IT administrators and system architects benefit from its reliable connectivity and ease of integration in IBM systems. Key Features
This HBA is typically deployed in mid to large-scale IBM server environments where dependable and scalable SAN connectivity is required. It plays a crucial role in maintaining smooth data flow between compute and storage layers without bottlenecks. |