C8R38A

The HPE C8R38A SN1100E is a 16Gb single-port Fibre Channel host bus adapter designed to provide fast and reliable connectivity between servers and storage area networks (SANs). Typically found in data centers and enterprise IT setups, this adapter facilitates efficient data transfer for critical applications.

Built for IT professionals managing storage infrastructure, it supports environments that demand high throughput and minimal latency, such as virtualization and database operations. This adapter is commonly used in HPE ProLiant servers and integrates seamlessly with various HPE storage products.

Key Features

• Delivers 16Gbps Fibre Channel throughput per port for bandwidth-intensive tasks
• Single-port design simplifies installation and reduces complexity
• Compatible with HPE BladeSystem and ProLiant server lines
• Supports advanced offloads and error recovery features to enhance performance
• Works effectively in virtualized and clustered storage environments

In practice, the SN1100E adapter is deployed within data center racks, connecting servers to SAN fabrics. Its role is critical in maintaining consistent and speedy access to shared storage resources, ensuring that applications and workloads perform smoothly without bottlenecks.