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Product Overview |
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The IBM QLE2662-IBM is a dual-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter designed for enterprise servers requiring stable, high-speed connections to storage area networks. It fits into PCI Express x8 slots and supports widely used Fibre Channel protocols, making it a solid choice for maintaining strong SAN links in demanding environments. |
General Information |
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| Brand | IBM |
| Part Number | QLE2662-IBM |
Technical Information |
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| Chipset/Controller | QLogic QLE2662 |
| Data Center Bridging | No |
| Interface (Bus) | PCIe 2.0 x8 |
| Number of Ports | 2-Port (Dual) |
| OS Compatibility | Windows Server 2022, RHEL, VMware ESXi |
| Network Management | SNMP |
| Bracket Height | Full Height (Standard) |
Connectivity & Physical |
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| Form Factor | Standard PCIe Card |
| Port Type | SFP+ |
| Cabling Type | Fiber Optic (MMF) |
| Weight | 5.00 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
Miscellaneous |
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| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Eco Friendly | Yes |
| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus |
Product Description |
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The IBM QLE2662-IBM is a dual-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter engineered to connect servers to storage area networks with reliable, high-bandwidth performance. Commonly used in data centers and enterprise servers, this adapter helps facilitate fast and secure access to shared storage resources. Built for IT professionals managing SANs or virtualization platforms, it supports critical applications that require consistent low latency and high throughput. Its PCI-E x8 interface ensures seamless integration with a wide range of server hardware. Key Features
This adapter is typically deployed in enterprise storage setups and virtualization clusters where robust storage connectivity is essential. It plays a key role in maintaining fast access to large data pools and improving overall system responsiveness. |
Use Cases |
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The IBM QLE2662-IBM 16Gb Dual Port PCI-E X8 Fibre Channel adapter is typically deployed in enterprise data centers where reliable and high-speed connectivity to storage area networks (SANs) is critical. It is best suited for IT environments managing extensive virtualization workloads, large-scale databases, or high-throughput backup operations that demand consistent low-latency communication with SAN storage assets. How It's Used:
By providing dual-port connectivity and robust protocol support, this adapter helps maintain high availability and scalability in demanding IT infrastructures. It supports sustained operational efficiency by minimizing storage latency and supporting redundancy across multiple SAN paths. |