Name: AE312AR HP 2-Port 4Gb/s Fiber Channel PCIe Host Bus Adapter
Brand: HP
SKU: AE312AR
Price: 76.66 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (114 reviews)

Product Overview
The AE312AR HP FC1242SR 2 x Ports 4Gb/s Fiber Channel PCI-Express Host Bus Adapter delivers dual 4Gb/s fiber channel connections through a PCI-Express interface, connecting servers efficiently to storage networks. It fits into server environments where high-speed and reliable storage communication is required, bridging server workloads and SAN resources with steady performance.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	4Gbps
Port Count	2-Port (Dual)
Bus Interface	PCIe 2.0 x8
Generation	N/A
Network Topology	Point-to-Point, Switched Fabric (N-Port), Arbitrated Loop
Bracket Height	Full Height (Standard)

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	NPIV Support, Boot from SAN, Selective LUN Masking, Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The AE312AR HP FC1242SR is a dual-port 4Gb/s Fiber Channel Host Bus Adapter designed to provide high-performance connectivity between servers and storage networks. It is commonly found in enterprise storage infrastructures, connecting servers to SANs (Storage Area Networks) to facilitate fast, reliable data transfers. Built for IT professionals and system administrators, this adapter supports demanding data center environments where efficient storage communication is essential. It is often used in setups requiring scalable and consistent storage access. Key Features Provides dual 4Gb/s fiber channel ports for simultaneous data streams Utilizes PCI-Express architecture for improved throughput and compatibility Supports advanced error detection and correction for data integrity Compatible with a wide range of server platforms and SAN devices Offers low latency and efficient CPU utilization for optimized performance This host bus adapter plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth data flow between servers and storage arrays. Its reliable performance and compatibility make it a practical component in storage networking setups, supporting consistent access and transfer speeds.

Use Cases
This host bus adapter is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise IT environments where fiber channel connectivity is essential. It benefits organizations that require fast and reliable access to storage resources, especially in virtualization, database management, and backup systems. How It's Used: Connecting servers to SAN storage in enterprise data centers Supporting virtualization platforms with high-speed storage access Integrating into backup and recovery systems requiring reliable data transfer Enabling storage clustering in large-scale IT infrastructures Facilitating low-latency communication in database servers By providing stable and efficient fiber channel connections, this adapter enhances operational efficiency and scalability. It supports the demanding workloads typical in storage networks, helping maintain performance and data integrity across complex IT environments.

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AE312AR HP 2-Port 4Gb/s Fiber Channel PCIe Host Bus Adapter

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