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AH400A HP 8Gb/s Fibre Channel PCIe Single-Port LC Host Bus Adapter

SKU:
AH400A
Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 8Gb/s Fibre Channel single-port PCIe host bus adapter
  • Single LC connector for high-speed storage networking
  • Compatible with HP StorageWorks environments
  • Designed for efficient data transfer in SAN setups
In stock

$161.00

Product Overview

The AH400A HP StorageWorks 81Q serves as a reliable single-port Fibre Channel adapter connecting servers to storage networks through an 8Gb/s PCI Express interface. It fits neatly into enterprise SAN setups where high-speed data transfer and low latency are important, providing a consistent link between servers and HP StorageWorks storage arrays without unnecessary complexity.

General Information

Brand HP
Part Number AH400A

Connectivity & Physical

Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

Eco Friendly Yes
Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus


Product Description

The AH400A HP StorageWorks 81Q is a single-port Fibre Channel host bus adapter designed to provide high-speed connectivity between servers and storage networks. It is often found in data centers where reliable and fast storage access is critical.

Built for use in Storage Area Networks (SANs), this adapter enables servers to communicate smoothly with Fibre Channel storage arrays, making it a solid choice for IT professionals managing enterprise storage solutions.

Key Features

  • Supports 8Gb/s Fibre Channel data rate for fast transfers
  • Single LC connector streamlines cabling and installation
  • PCI Express interface ensures compatibility with modern servers
  • Optimized for HP StorageWorks storage systems
  • Reduces latency for improved application performance

This adapter is commonly deployed in enterprise SAN environments where consistent, high-throughput storage access is essential. It helps maintain smooth data flow between servers and storage arrays while minimizing bottlenecks.

In practice, the AH400A is valued by system administrators for its straightforward setup and dependable performance in demanding storage networks.


Use Cases

The AH400A HP 8Gb/s Fibre Channel PCIe Host Bus Adapter is tailored for enterprise storage networks requiring dependable and high-throughput connectivity. It is particularly suited for IT environments managing large-scale SANs where rapid data access and minimal latency are critical for operational workflows.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting virtualization hosts in data centers to centralized HP StorageWorks SAN arrays for streamlined VM storage access.
  • Integrating rack-mounted servers within enterprise IT infrastructures to enhance performance in database and transactional workloads.
  • Supporting storage clusters that demand consistent 8Gb/s Fibre Channel links for high availability and data redundancy.
  • Deploying in remote office environments requiring efficient storage consolidation without sacrificing throughput.
  • Facilitating backup and archival operations by providing a dedicated high-speed channel between servers and tape libraries.

This adapter helps maintain throughput consistency and low latency across storage networking environments, enabling IT teams to scale storage performance in alignment with growing workload demands. Its role in SAN deployments contributes to operational efficiency and reliable data access critical for business continuity.


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AH400A HP 8Gb/s Fibre Channel PCIe Single-Port LC Host Bus Adapter
AH400A HP 8Gb/s Fibre Channel PCIe Single-Port LC Host Bus Adapter
$161.00