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4C57A14368 Lenovo 32Gb Fibre Channel 4-Port HIC for ThinkSystem DE4000

SKU:
4C57A14368
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 32GB Fibre Channel HIC with 4 ports for high-speed storage connectivity
  • Designed for Lenovo ThinkSystem DE4000/B storage systems
  • Provides reliable and efficient data transfer for SAN environments
  • Supports multiple simultaneous connections for enhanced performance
In stock

$1,182.40

Product Overview

The Lenovo 4C57A14368 Fibre Channel 32GB 4 Ports HIC is a storage connectivity card designed to fit within ThinkSystem DE4000/B arrays. It provides high-speed links between storage hardware and servers, making it a practical choice for setups requiring consistent data flow and reliable SAN performance.

General Information

Brand Lenovo
Part Number 4C57A14368

Technical Information

Data Center Bridging No
Number of Ports 4-Port (Quad)
OS Compatibility RHEL, VMware ESXi

Connectivity & Physical

Form Factor Mezzanine Card
Port Type SFP28
Cabling Type AOC
Weight 5.00
Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

Assembly Required Yes
Eco Friendly Yes


Product Description

This Fibre Channel Host Interface Card (HIC) offers four 32GB ports to deliver fast and dependable connectivity for Lenovo ThinkSystem DE4000/B storage arrays. It is built to enhance SAN (Storage Area Network) performance by enabling quick data access and smooth communication between storage and servers.

Often found in enterprise environments where high availability and low latency are critical, this card suits IT professionals managing large data centers or deploying robust storage infrastructures. Its multiple ports allow users to set up failover configurations or increase bandwidth as needed.

Key Features

  • High bandwidth ports designed for demanding storage traffic
  • Compatible with ThinkSystem DE4000/B for seamless integration
  • Supports multi-path I/O to improve redundancy and throughput
  • Delivers low latency for time-sensitive applications
  • Enables scalable SAN setups for growing enterprise needs

You'll typically see this HIC deployed in data centers running critical applications, where uninterrupted storage access is essential. It plays an important role in maintaining system responsiveness and ensuring data reliability across connected servers.


Use Cases

The Lenovo 4C57A14368 32GB Fibre Channel 4-Port HIC is primarily utilized in enterprise SAN environments where high-throughput and low-latency storage connectivity are essential. It is suited for data centers and IT infrastructures that deploy Lenovo ThinkSystem DE4000/B storage arrays, supporting workloads demanding efficient and stable data transfers.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting virtualization hosts to shared storage in large-scale data centers to maintain consistent performance across multiple VMs.
  • Enabling high-speed data backup and recovery operations in enterprise IT environments requiring fast access to storage clusters.
  • Supporting database servers with intensive I/O workloads by providing dedicated Fibre Channel links in rack deployments.
  • Facilitating multi-site disaster recovery setups by linking remote office storage arrays with central SAN infrastructure.
  • Enhancing performance in cloud service provider environments through efficient storage network segmentation and high availability.

This HIC supports operational efficiency by ensuring robust connectivity and scalability within Fiber Channel SANs. Its multi-port design allows for flexible configurations, aiding IT teams in optimizing storage throughput and maintaining uninterrupted data services under demanding workloads.


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4C57A14368 Lenovo 32Gb Fibre Channel 4-Port HIC for ThinkSystem DE4000
4C57A14368 Lenovo 32Gb Fibre Channel 4-Port HIC for ThinkSystem DE4000
$1,182.40