Name: QLE2672-CK QLogic 16Gbps Dual Port Fibre Channel HBA
Brand: QLogic
SKU: QLE2672-CK
Price: 126.12 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The QLogic QLE2672-CK provides dual 16Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity designed to bridge servers with storage networks efficiently. It fits into environments requiring dependable high-speed data transfer and is a solid choice for data centers emphasizing storage performance and reliability.

General Information
Brand	QLogic
Part Number	QLE2672-CK

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	16Gbps
Port Count	2-Port (Dual)
Bus Interface	PCIe 2.0 x8
Generation	Gen 5
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Chipset / Controller	QLogic
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 (Half Height)
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The QLogic QLE2672-CK is a dual-port 16Gbps Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter designed to provide reliable and high-speed connectivity between servers and storage area networks. It’s commonly used in enterprise data centers to facilitate fast data transfers and improve storage access performance. Built for IT professionals managing storage infrastructures, this adapter fits in servers that require efficient communication with SAN environments. It is often found in setups where minimizing latency and maximizing throughput are critical. Key Features Delivers dual 16Gbps Fibre Channel ports for enhanced bandwidth Supports reliable error handling and data integrity mechanisms Compatible with various server models and SAN switches Enables virtualization and clustering environments Offers low latency suitable for demanding storage applications This adapter is typically deployed in medium to large enterprise data centers, connecting servers to SANs that host critical data. Its role ensures smooth and fast data flow, helping maintain application responsiveness and storage efficiency in real-world operations.

Use Cases
The QLogic QLE2672-CK is commonly deployed in enterprise and data center environments where high-speed, reliable connectivity to storage area networks is critical. Organizations with intensive I/O workloads, such as virtualization hosts and database servers, gain significant benefits from its dual 16Gbps Fibre Channel ports. How It's Used: Connecting virtualization clusters to shared SAN storage in enterprise data centers to optimize VM performance. Linking high-transaction database servers to Fibre Channel SANs within financial services firms for low-latency access. Supporting storage-intensive workloads in media production environments requiring consistent throughput. Enabling scalable storage infrastructure in cloud service providers’ rack deployments for multi-tenant storage access. Facilitating SAN connectivity in remote office data centers where reliable data transfer and error correction are essential. Integrating with SAN switches in storage consolidation projects aimed at increasing operational efficiency. This adapter enhances operational efficiency by delivering robust and scalable Fibre Channel connectivity tailored to demanding storage environments. Its design supports seamless integration with evolving SAN architectures, making it suitable for infrastructures that require dependable high-throughput data paths.