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34L9480 IBM 64-bit PCI Fibre Channel HBA with Emulex Gbic

SKU:
34L9480
Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 64-bit PCI Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for high-speed data transfer
  • Equipped with Emulex Gbic interface for reliable connectivity
  • Designed to support storage area networks and enterprise storage solutions
  • Compatible with a range of IBM systems for seamless integration
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$69.00

Product Overview

The 34L9480 IBM Daughter Card acts as a crucial component for connecting IBM servers to Fibre Channel storage networks. It fits into the PCI slot to provide high-speed, stable links using the Emulex Gbic interface, offering dependable performance in storage-heavy environments without adding complexity.

General Information

Brand IBM
Part Number 34L9480

Technical Information

Protocols Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics

Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished


Product Description

The 34L9480 IBM Daughter Card is a 64-bit PCI Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter designed to facilitate fast and reliable data transfers between servers and storage devices. It’s commonly used in enterprise environments where high throughput and low latency are essential, such as data centers and SAN (Storage Area Network) configurations.

Often found in IBM server setups, this HBA benefits IT professionals and system administrators who need stable and efficient connectivity for critical storage applications. Built for demanding workloads, it helps improve overall system performance by managing Fibre Channel communications effectively.

Key Features

  • High-speed 64-bit PCI interface ensures quick data access
  • Emulex Gbic provides dependable fiber connectivity options
  • Supports enterprise storage protocols for data integrity
  • Optimized for IBM hardware compatibility
  • Enables scalable SAN environments with robust performance

This daughter card is typically deployed in server rooms and data centers where IBM systems require reliable storage networking. It plays a critical role in maintaining consistent data flow and reducing bottlenecks in storage infrastructures. Users benefit from improved data transfer rates and seamless integration with existing IBM enterprise hardware.


Use Cases

The 34L9480 IBM Daughter Card is primarily utilized in enterprise storage environments requiring robust, low-latency connections between servers and Fibre Channel storage arrays. It is ideal for data centers and IT infrastructures that demand high throughput and reliable data transfers, especially where IBM server compatibility and seamless integration are critical.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting IBM rack servers to centralized Fibre Channel SANs in large-scale data centers for high-performance storage access.
  • Enabling storage clusters in virtualization environments where multiple VMs share SAN resources with minimal latency.
  • Supporting enterprise IT departments in remote office setups that require resilient, high-speed connectivity to offsite storage solutions.
  • Facilitating backup and recovery operations by linking backup servers to Fibre Channel tape libraries within storage management workflows.
  • Deploying within high-availability storage infrastructures to ensure uninterrupted data flow across mission-critical applications.

This daughter card enhances operational efficiency by providing stable, high-bandwidth connectivity tailored for IBM servers, enabling scalable SAN deployments. Its integration capabilities support complex storage architectures, ensuring consistent performance under demanding workloads.


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34L9480 IBM 64-bit PCI Fibre Channel HBA with Emulex Gbic
34L9480 IBM 64-bit PCI Fibre Channel HBA with Emulex Gbic
$69.00