Name: HPE Q0L13A StoreFabric SN1200E 16GB Single Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
Brand: HPE
SKU: Q0L13A
Price: 114.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE StoreFabric SN1200E 16GB Single Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter connects servers to storage systems, providing reliable 16Gbps Fibre Channel performance. It fits well in data centers that require effective SAN connectivity and is aimed at users who need straightforward, high-speed access to their storage resources.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	Q0L13A

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	16Gbps
Port Count	1-Port (Single)
Bus Interface	PCIe 3.0 x8
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
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 PCIe
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The HPE StoreFabric SN1200E 16GB Single Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is built for connecting servers to storage area networks at fast data rates. It’s commonly found in data centers where stable, high-throughput storage access is essential. IT professionals managing enterprise storage systems often rely on this adapter to ensure smooth data transfers. Key Features Provides 16Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity for efficient SAN integration Single-port HBA designed to simplify server-to-storage connections Works with a wide range of operating systems and server hardware Includes support for key storage protocols to maintain data integrity Delivers low latency to enhance application performance This HBA is typically deployed in enterprise storage setups, where dependable and fast communication between servers and storage arrays is critical. It helps maintain consistent data flow without clogging network paths, making it suitable for environments with demanding storage needs and high availability requirements.

Use Cases
The HPE StoreFabric SN1200E 16GB Single Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and SAN-based storage environments that demand consistent high-speed connectivity. It is suited for IT professionals managing server-to-storage integration where dedicated, low-latency Fibre Channel connections are essential for performance-sensitive applications. How It's Used: Connecting blade and rack servers to Fibre Channel SANs in large enterprise data centers to optimize storage access. Integrating virtualization host servers requiring dedicated Fibre Channel links for VM storage clusters. Supporting storage-heavy workloads such as database management and real-time analytics in mid-sized business IT environments. Enabling high-throughput backup and disaster recovery operations by linking backup servers with Fibre Channel arrays. Facilitating edge computing sites needing reliable storage connectivity with simplified single-port configurations. This adapter's single-port design delivers focused 16Gbps Fibre Channel performance that enhances operational efficiency in SAN deployments. It provides scalable connectivity options that align with evolving storage infrastructure needs without adding unnecessary complexity.