Name: 868141-001 HPE StoreFabric SN1600Q Dual-Port 32Gbps Fibre Channel PCIe 3.0 Adapter
Brand: HPE
SKU: 868141-001
Price: 848.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE StoreFabric SN1600Q Dual-Ports 32Gbps Fibre Channel PCI Express 3.0 Network Adapter provides dual high-speed Fibre Channel connections designed for enterprise storage networks. It fits into servers that need fast, stable links to SAN environments and supports data centers requiring dependable storage access without bottlenecks.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	868141-001

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	32Gbps
Port Count	2-Port (Dual)
Bus Interface	PCIe 3.0 x8
Generation	Gen 6
Connector Type	SFP28 (LC)
Chipset / Controller	QLogic
Network Topology	Point-to-Point, Switched Fabric (N-Port)
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	PCIe Add-in Card (Low Profile / Full Height)
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
This HPE StoreFabric SN1600Q network adapter is built to deliver fast, reliable Fibre Channel connections at 32Gbps speeds. It's commonly used in enterprise data centers to link servers to storage arrays, enabling efficient data transfer and storage management. IT professionals and storage administrators often rely on it to maintain smooth, high-speed connectivity in their SAN (Storage Area Network) environments. Key Features Offers dual 32Gbps Fibre Channel ports for redundancy and increased throughput Utilizes PCI Express 3.0 for improved data transmission between the adapter and host system Supports advanced storage networking protocols to enhance compatibility and performance Engineered to reduce latency and optimize data flow in complex storage infrastructures Compatible with a range of HPE storage products for seamless integration The adapter is typically deployed in server environments where high-speed, low-latency connections to storage are critical. It helps maintain fast access to large data volumes, which is essential for applications like virtualization, database management, and backup operations. By supporting robust Fibre Channel connectivity, it plays a key role in keeping storage networks running efficiently and reliably.

Use Cases
The HPE StoreFabric SN1600Q Dual-Port 32Gbps Fibre Channel PCIe 3.0 Adapter is typically deployed in enterprise data centers requiring high-throughput, low-latency storage connectivity. It is ideal for IT teams managing SAN environments that support virtualization, large-scale databases, or intensive backup operations where consistent performance and reliability are critical. How It's Used: Connecting servers in virtualization clusters to high-speed Fibre Channel storage arrays in enterprise IT environments. Providing redundant dual-port connectivity for mission-critical databases to ensure uninterrupted access in financial institutions. Enabling fast, stable communication between storage nodes in large-scale data centers managing big data analytics workloads. Supporting storage area networks for media and entertainment companies requiring high bandwidth for video editing and rendering storage. Facilitating efficient data replication and backup operations in disaster recovery sites with stringent uptime requirements. This adapter enhances operational efficiency by delivering reliable, scalable connectivity tailored to demanding storage architectures. Its PCIe 3.0 interface and dual 32Gbps ports help maintain throughput and minimize bottlenecks, supporting evolving storage needs in complex enterprise infrastructures.