Name: LPE35002-DELL Dell 32GB Dual Port PCIe x8 Fibre Channel HBA
Brand: Dell
SKU: LPE35002-DELL
Price: 409.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell LPE35002-DELL is a dual port 32GB Fibre Channel host bus adapter that connects servers to storage networks with high-speed PCIe x8 connectivity. It fits well within Dell server setups and enterprise SANs, providing dependable data transfer capabilities and redundancy for critical storage access.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	LPE35002-DELL

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	Emulex (Broadcom)
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	Low Profile (Half Height)
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The Dell LPE35002 is a 32GB dual port Fibre Channel host bus adapter designed to provide fast and reliable connectivity between servers and storage networks. This adapter is built for environments that demand high data throughput and low latency, commonly found in data centers and enterprise storage setups. Often used in Dell servers, it enables efficient communication with SANs, allowing IT professionals and system administrators to manage storage resources effectively. Its dual ports offer redundancy and increased bandwidth, making it suitable for critical applications that require uninterrupted access to data. Key Features Delivers 32Gbps Fibre Channel speeds across two ports Equipped with PCIe x8 interface for stable, high-speed data transfer Compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers and major SANs Supports advanced storage protocols and virtualization environments Offers enhanced reliability through dual-port failover capabilities This adapter is typically deployed in enterprise data centers where robust storage connectivity is essential. It plays a vital role in maintaining seamless data flow in demanding workloads, such as virtualization, database management, and backup operations. By integrating this HBA, organizations can ensure their storage networks remain responsive and scalable, meeting the needs of growing data environments without compromising on performance.

Use Cases
The Dell LPE35002-DELL 32GB dual port PCIe x8 Fibre Channel host bus adapter is primarily deployed in enterprise data centers and large-scale storage area networks (SANs). It is suited for IT professionals managing high-throughput storage environments that demand low latency and high availability, particularly within Dell server infrastructures. How It's Used: Connecting Dell rack servers to centralized SAN storage for virtualization workloads in enterprise IT environments. Enabling high-speed data transfer between storage clusters in financial services data centers requiring low latency. Supporting backup and disaster recovery operations by providing redundant Fibre Channel paths in large-scale storage networks. Integrating with storage arrays in healthcare organizations to ensure efficient handling of large medical imaging datasets. Facilitating data throughput for cloud service providers’ server farms that rely on robust and scalable Fibre Channel connectivity. This adapter enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent, high-bandwidth connectivity essential for storage-intensive applications. Its dual port design ensures redundancy and scalability, aligning well with evolving enterprise storage demands while maintaining performance integrity.