Name: 656912-001 Emulex 8Gbps Fibre Channel HBA PCIe 2.0 for HP BladeSystem
Brand: Emulex
SKU: 656912-001
Price: 165.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP Blc Emulex Lpe1205a Fc Hba 8Gbps Card provides 8 Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity tailored for HP BladeSystem servers. It fits directly into server blades to connect them efficiently to storage area networks, making it a practical choice for managing high-speed data transfer in professional settings.

General Information
Brand	Emulex
Part Number	656912-001

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	8Gbps
Port Count	2-Port (Dual)
Bus Interface	Mezzanine (LOM)
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Chipset / Controller	Emulex LPe1205A
Network Topology	Point-to-Point, Switched Fabric (N-Port)

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	NPIV Support, Boot from SAN, Selective LUN Masking, Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2019, VMware ESXi 7.x, RHEL 8, SLES 15

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Mezzanine Blade HBA
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV

Product Description
This HP BladeSystem Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter provides fast and reliable 8 Gbps connectivity for storage networks. It's built for use in HP BladeSystem c-Class servers, connecting them to SAN environments for efficient data access and transfer. Often found in enterprise data centers, this HBA is ideal for IT administrators and professionals managing large-scale storage infrastructures where speed and uptime are essential. Key Features High-performance 8 Gbps Fibre Channel speed for quick data movement Uses Emulex LPe1205a chipset known for stability and compatibility Fits into HP BladeSystem c-Class servers seamlessly PCIe 2.0 interface supports fast communication with the host system Designed for SAN storage connectivity in demanding environments In practice, this adapter is widely deployed in data centers and enterprise environments where reliable connection to SAN storage is critical. It helps maintain smooth data workflows and supports the heavy loads typical in server blade configurations.

Use Cases
The Emulex 8Gbps Fibre Channel HBA PCIe 2.0 is primarily used in enterprise IT infrastructures requiring high-speed connectivity between HP BladeSystem servers and storage area networks. It is especially beneficial in data centers and virtualization environments where reliable, low-latency data transfer is critical for workload efficiency. How It's Used: Connecting HP BladeSystem c-Class servers to SAN storage for streamlined data access in data center rack deployments. Supporting virtualization platforms by providing dedicated storage channels to reduce bottlenecks in multi-tenant environments. Enabling high-throughput workloads in enterprise storage clusters requiring fast and stable Fibre Channel connections. Facilitating disaster recovery setups by ensuring robust and fast replication between geographically dispersed storage arrays. Integrating with high-performance computing (HPC) systems within research or financial institutions to manage large datasets efficiently. This HBA supports operational efficiency by delivering consistent, high-bandwidth connectivity tailored for dense server environments, allowing organizations to scale their storage infrastructure without compromising performance or network stability.