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| Product Overview |
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The Dell QLE2742-Dell SANblade 32GB 2-Port PCIe Fibre Channel Adapter connects servers to storage area networks with fast 32Gbps throughput across two PCIe Gen3 ports. It fits into enterprise SAN setups, providing reliable and flexible storage connectivity for demanding applications and large-scale data environments. |
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dell |
| Part Number | QLE2742-DELL |
| Technical Information | |
|---|---|
| Protocol | Fibre Channel (FC) |
| Data Rate | 32Gbps |
| Port Count | 2-Port (Dual) |
| Bus Interface | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| Generation | Gen 6 |
| Connector Type | SFP28 (LC) |
| Chipset / Controller | QLogic (QLE2742) |
| Network Topology | Point-to-Point, Switched Fabric (N-Port) |
| Bracket Height | Both Brackets Included |
| Advanced Features & Compatibility | |
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| 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) PCIe add-in card |
| Weight | 5.00 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Miscellaneous | |
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| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Eco Friendly | Yes |
| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL |
| Product Description |
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The Dell QLE2742-Dell SANblade 32GB 2-Port PCIe Fibre Channel Adapter is designed to connect servers to storage area networks with high throughput and low latency. It is often found in data centers and enterprise environments where robust and scalable storage connectivity is essential. Built for IT professionals managing storage infrastructure, this adapter provides the performance and reliability needed for demanding workloads, including virtualization and database applications. It integrates seamlessly with Dell servers and supports various SAN management tools. Key Features
This adapter is typically deployed in enterprise SAN environments, helping ensure fast access to storage resources. It plays a crucial role in maintaining storage performance consistency and minimizing downtime. Users benefit from its ability to handle heavy data traffic while supporting advanced SAN features, making it a preferred choice for storage administrators focused on efficiency and reliability. |