Name: QLA2460 QLogic 4Gbps PCIe Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
Brand: QLogic
SKU: QLA2460
Price: 73.47 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The QLA2460 QLogic single-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter offers 4Gb/s connectivity through a PCIe interface, designed to link servers to Fibre Channel SANs. It fits into server environments requiring dedicated fibre channel-based storage access using standard PCI Express slots.

General Information
Brand	QLogic

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	4Gbps
Port Count	1-Port (Single)
Bus Interface	PCIe 2.0 x8
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Chipset / Controller	QLogic QLA2460
Network Topology	Point-to-Point, Switched Fabric (N-Port), Arbitrated Loop

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	NPIV Support, Boot from SAN, Selective LUN Masking, Full Fabric Support, Diagnostics (D_Port)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Low Profile (Half Height)
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The QLA2460 QLogic Host Bus Adapter provides a single 4Gb/s Fibre Channel port designed for connection to Storage Area Networks (SANs). It connects to servers via a PCI Express interface, facilitating high-speed data transfer between the server and storage arrays. This adapter is typically used in enterprise IT environments where Fibre Channel connectivity is required for storage networking. It serves system administrators and IT professionals managing storage infrastructure. Key Features Single 4Gb/s Fibre Channel port for SAN connectivity PCI Express interface for integration with server platforms Supports fibre channel protocol for efficient data transfer Designed to facilitate connection with fibre channel storage networks Compatible with appropriate Fibre Channel SAN infrastructure This HBA enables servers to access fibre channel storage resources through a dedicated port, allowing for consistent data flow in storage networking scenarios. By providing native Fibre Channel connectivity, it supports SAN deployments requiring direct fibre channel interfacing.

Use Cases
The QLA2460 is typically deployed in data center or enterprise storage environments where dedicated Fibre Channel connectivity is necessary. It benefits IT professionals needing to interface servers with fibre channel SANs for structured storage management. How It's Used: Connecting servers to fibre channel storage arrays in SANs Enabling storage networking in enterprise data centers Integrating fibre channel connectivity into PCIe-enabled servers Supporting backup and archival storage workflows requiring fibre channel access Facilitating data transfers in environments with fibre channel SAN infrastructure As a dedicated Fibre Channel interface, this HBA plays a role in enabling controlled and direct communication between servers and storage devices. It supports operational requirements where fibre channel protocol is mandated for storage networking.

FAQ's
What type of interface does the QLA2460 provide? The QLA2460 provides a single-port 4Gb/s Fibre Channel interface for connecting to SAN storage networks. Which bus standard does the QLA2460 use for connectivity? It uses the PCI Express (PCIe) bus standard to connect to server motherboards. Can the QLA2460 be used with non-Fibre Channel storage? No, this adapter is designed specifically for Fibre Channel storage networks and does not support other protocols. Is the QLA2460 suitable for multi-port Fibre Channel connections? No, the QLA2460 provides a single Fibre Channel port only; multi-port models are separate products. What environments typically use the QLA2460 adapter? It is typically used in enterprise or data center environments requiring fibre channel SAN connectivity for servers. Does this adapter support automatic data rate negotiation? The product information specifies 4Gb/s operation but does not provide details on automatic negotiation capabilities.