Name: QLE2662 QLogic 16Gbps Dual Port Fibre Channel HBA PCIe 3.0
Brand: QLogic
SKU: QLE2662
Price: 44.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Qlogic QLE2662 16GB dual-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter provides high-speed connectivity for storage networks, fitting seamlessly into server environments where reliable data transfer is essential. It balances performance and compatibility to ensure smooth communication between servers and storage systems.

General Information
Brand	QLogic
Part Number	QLE2662

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	16Gbps
Port Count	2-Port (Dual)
Bus Interface	PCIe 3.0 x8
Generation	Gen 5
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Chipset / Controller	QLE2662 (QLogic 2662)
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	PCIe Low Profile / Full Height (standard PCIe card)
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The Qlogic QLE2662 is a 16GB dual-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter designed to enhance storage networking performance. It is built for data centers and enterprises requiring fast, reliable SAN connections. Often found in servers and storage arrays, this adapter supports demanding applications that rely on high-speed data transfer and low latency. IT professionals and system administrators benefit from its robust design and compatibility with multiple operating systems. Key Features Delivers 16Gbps speed on two independent Fibre Channel ports Utilizes PCI Express 3.0 for efficient data handling Offers hardware offload to reduce CPU load and latency Compatible with major SAN management software Supports advanced error correction and diagnostics This adapter is typically deployed in storage area networks across medium to large enterprises. It plays a critical role in maintaining fast and dependable access to storage resources, helping support virtualization, databases, and backup operations without bottlenecks.

Use Cases
The QLE2662 QLogic 16Gbps Dual Port Fibre Channel HBA PCIe 3.0 is commonly deployed in enterprise storage networks requiring high throughput and low latency. It is ideal for IT teams managing storage area networks (SANs) that support virtualization, database workloads, and large-scale data processing. How It's Used: Connecting virtualized server environments to shared SAN storage for efficient resource allocation. Enabling high-speed data transfers in data centers with demanding database and transactional workloads. Supporting storage clusters in enterprise IT infrastructures to enhance redundancy and performance. Integrating with rack-mounted servers in cloud service provider environments for scalable storage access. Facilitating backup and disaster recovery operations by providing reliable Fibre Channel connectivity. This HBA supports operational efficiency by ensuring consistent data throughput and low latency in dense server environments. Its compatibility with PCIe 3.0 and advanced offload features help maintain scalable performance as storage demands grow.