Name: QLE2694-SR-CK QLogic 16Gbps Quad Port Fibre Channel HBA
Brand: QLogic
SKU: QLE2694-SR-CK
Price: 114.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Qlogic QLE2694-SR-CK is a 16Gbps quad port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter designed to connect servers to storage networks. It fits within enterprise environments where multiple, fast, and reliable storage connections are required, helping maintain smooth access to shared data resources.

General Information
Brand	QLogic
Part Number	QLE2694-SR-CK

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	16Gbps
Port Count	4-Port (Quad)
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Chipset / Controller	QLogic QLE2694
Bracket Height	Both Brackets Included

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Low-profile PCIe half-height (Add-in Card)
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
The Qlogic QLE2694-SR-CK is built for high-performance storage networking, enabling servers to connect efficiently to Storage Area Networks (SANs). Often found in data centers and enterprise environments, this adapter helps manage large data workloads with low latency. Engineered for IT professionals and system administrators, it suits setups requiring reliable, high-speed access to shared storage resources. Its quad port design supports multiple simultaneous connections, improving redundancy and throughput. Key Features Delivers 16Gbps Fibre Channel throughput per port for quick data access Offers four independent ports to optimize network paths Supports leading SAN protocols ensuring broad compatibility Includes advanced error detection to maintain data integrity Integrates with various server platforms for flexible deployment This adapter is typically deployed in enterprise SANs where consistent performance and uptime matter. It plays a key role in backing critical applications by providing stable, high-speed data paths.

Use Cases
The QLE2694-SR-CK is primarily deployed in data centers and enterprise IT infrastructures that require high-throughput, low-latency connections to storage area networks (SANs). It is particularly suited for virtualization environments and large-scale storage clusters where multiple simultaneous connections improve data availability and redundancy. How It's Used: Connecting blade servers in rack deployments to centralized SAN storage for consolidated data management. Supporting virtualization hosts requiring multiple Fibre Channel connections for VM storage traffic isolation and performance. Enabling large-scale storage clusters in enterprise environments to ensure high-speed data replication and backup processes. Facilitating remote office data synchronization with primary data centers over Fibre Channel fabrics to maintain data consistency. Providing multi-path SAN connectivity in mission-critical applications to enhance fault tolerance and load balancing. By delivering multiple high-speed ports, this HBA aids in optimizing data transfer workflows and scaling storage access in complex IT environments. Its integration supports operational efficiency by reducing bottlenecks and increasing resiliency in storage networks.

QLE2694-SR-CK QLogic 16Gbps Quad Port Fibre Channel HBA

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