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| Product Overview |
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The IBM 2-Ports Fibre Channel 16Gb/s Host Bus Adapter is designed to connect servers within an IBM Flex System to Fibre Channel storage networks. It facilitates fast, low-latency communication between computing nodes and storage arrays, fitting well in SAN infrastructures where reliable and high-speed data transfer is essential. |
| General Information | |
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| Brand | IBM |
| Part Number | 88Y6370 |
| Alternate Part Number | 88Y6370-02-CT |
| Technical Information | |
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| Protocol | Fibre Channel (FC) |
| Data Rate | 16Gbps |
| Port Count | 2-Port (Dual) |
| Bus Interface | Mezzanine (LOM) |
| Connector Type | SFP+ (LC) |
| Network Topology | Switched Fabric (N-Port) |
| Advanced Features & Compatibility | |
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| 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 | |
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| Form Factor | Mezzanine card (IBM Flex System adapter) |
| Weight | 3.00 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Miscellaneous | |
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| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Eco Friendly | Yes |
| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL |
| Product Description |
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This IBM 2-Ports Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter provides fast and reliable storage connectivity with 16Gb/s speed on each port. It's often found in data centers and enterprise setups that require efficient SAN access and storage management. Built for IBM Flex System chassis, this adapter fits seamlessly into FC5024D switch environments, optimizing data flow between servers and storage arrays. Storage administrators and IT professionals rely on it to handle intensive workloads. Key Features
Typically deployed in enterprise data centers and storage clusters, this HBA helps maintain efficient data access and backup operations. Its performance and compatibility make it a solid choice for demanding IT environments. |
| Use Cases |
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The 88Y6370 adapter is commonly deployed in data centers and enterprise environments where reliable and fast storage connectivity is essential. How It's Used:
This adapter helps organizations maintain efficient and scalable storage networks, supporting critical workloads and improving overall IT infrastructure performance. |