Name: 0187V Dell QLE2660 16Gb Single-Port PCI-Express Fibre Channel HBA
Brand: Dell
SKU: 0187V
Price: 97.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell QLE2660 Single-Port 16Gb PCI-Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter connects servers to storage networks efficiently, fitting into enterprise SAN environments. It provides essential high-speed data transfer capabilities needed for storage communication, making it a reliable choice for maintaining storage infrastructure performance and stability.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	0187V

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	16Gbps
Port Count	1-Port (Single)
Bus Interface	PCIe 2.0 x8
Generation	Gen 5
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Chipset / Controller	QLogic QLE2660
Network Topology	Point-to-Point, Switched Fabric (N-Port), Arbitrated Loop
Bracket Height	Both Brackets Included

Advanced Features & Compatibility
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
Form Factor	Low Profile (Half Height), single-slot PCIe
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
The Dell QLE2660 is a Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter designed to provide fast and reliable connectivity between servers and storage networks. It’s commonly used in data centers and enterprise environments where efficient SAN communication is critical. Built for IT professionals managing storage infrastructure, this adapter helps streamline data access and improves I/O performance. It often appears in setups requiring robust storage connections such as virtualization platforms and database servers. Key Features Delivers 16Gb/s Fibre Channel performance for demanding storage traffic Uses PCI-Express slot for quick integration with server hardware Supports advanced SAN protocols to ensure data integrity and speed Compatible with a wide range of Dell servers and industry-standard switches Offers low latency for improved application responsiveness This adapter is typically deployed in enterprise storage networks where high throughput and reliability matter. It plays a key role in maintaining smooth data flow between servers and storage arrays. With this card, organizations can expect dependable SAN connectivity that supports critical business applications without bottlenecks.

Use Cases
The Dell QLE2660 Single-Port 16Gb PCI-Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is designed for integration into enterprise storage area networks (SANs) where high throughput and low latency are critical. It is especially beneficial for IT environments requiring reliable and scalable storage connectivity, including data centers and virtualization platforms. How It's Used: Connecting Dell PowerEdge servers to Fibre Channel SANs in enterprise data centers for fast storage access. Supporting virtualized environments by providing dedicated storage channels to hypervisor hosts. Enabling high-performance backup and recovery operations through reliable SAN connectivity in medium to large enterprises. Integrating with SAN switches in rack-mounted storage clusters to optimize data throughput and minimize bottlenecks. Facilitating storage traffic isolation for mission-critical applications in financial or healthcare IT infrastructures. This adapter enhances operational efficiency by ensuring consistent storage communication and scalable bandwidth in demanding server environments. Its compatibility with established SAN architectures supports ongoing infrastructure growth without compromising performance.