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QLA2342 QLogic 2GB Dual-Port PCI-X Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter

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QLA2342
Condition: Refurbished
  • 2GB dual-port Fibre Channel host bus adapter
  • PCI-X interface for high-speed data transfer
  • High profile design suitable for standard server slots
  • Optimized for storage area network connectivity
In stock

$97.00

Product Overview

The QLogic 2GB Dual Port PCI-X Fibre Channel High Profile Host Bus Adapter connects servers to storage area networks using dual 2GB ports over a PCI-X interface. It fits standard high profile slots and is designed to provide stable, high-speed SAN access in enterprise environments.

General Information

Brand QLogic
Part Number QLA2342
Alternate Part Number QLA2342-02-CT

Technical Information

Protocol Fibre Channel (FC)
Port Count 2-Port (Dual)
Chipset / Controller QLA2342
Network Topology Point-to-Point, Switched Fabric (N-Port), Arbitrated Loop
Bracket Height Full Height (Standard)

Advanced Features & Compatibility

Management Features Boot from SAN, Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor Full Height PCI-X
Condition Refurbished


Product Description

This QLogic host bus adapter provides two 2GB Fibre Channel ports designed to connect servers to storage area networks efficiently. Commonly used in enterprise data centers, it supports fast and reliable data transfer between servers and storage devices.

Built for servers requiring robust SAN connectivity, this adapter is often found in setups where high availability and data throughput are critical. IT professionals managing storage infrastructure benefit from its compatibility and performance.

Key Features

  • Delivers dual 2GB Fibre Channel connections for redundancy and speed
  • Utilizes PCI-X bus for enhanced bandwidth and low latency
  • Supports high profile slots, fitting most rack and tower servers
  • Compatible with multiple operating systems and storage protocols
  • Ensures efficient storage networking with reliable error management

Typically deployed in medium to large-scale storage environments, this adapter helps maintain smooth data access and storage reliability. It plays a key role in environments where uptime and data integrity are priorities, such as virtualized servers or database systems.


Use Cases

The QLA2342 QLogic 2GB Dual-Port PCI-X Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and mid-sized storage environments where reliable and high-speed SAN connectivity is essential. IT professionals managing storage clusters and virtualization platforms benefit from its dual-port design and robust PCI-X interface, enabling uninterrupted access to critical storage resources.

How It's Used:

  • Integrating rack-mounted servers with Fibre Channel SANs in enterprise IT environments to support high-throughput database transactions.
  • Equipping virtualization hosts in data centers to provide dedicated storage connectivity for VM workloads requiring low latency.
  • Connecting mid-sized SMB storage arrays to application servers for efficient data backup and recovery operations.
  • Facilitating edge computing nodes requiring resilient SAN access in distributed branch office deployments.
  • Supporting storage clusters that demand dual-port redundancy to ensure continuous data availability during maintenance or failover.

This adapter enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent SAN performance and scalability within high-profile server slots. Its architecture supports critical workloads that rely on stable and rapid storage access, enabling IT infrastructures to maintain continuity and responsiveness under demanding conditions.


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QLA2342 QLogic 2GB Dual-Port PCI-X Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
QLA2342 QLogic 2GB Dual-Port PCI-X Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
$97.00