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| Product Overview |
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The QLE2742S Dell SANblade 32GB 2-Port PCIe Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter enables high-speed connectivity between servers and storage systems. It fits into enterprise setups requiring robust and fast data transfer capabilities, supporting critical storage operations with reliable performance and compatibility tailored for Dell SANblade servers. |
| General Information | |
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| Brand | Dell |
| Part Number | QLE2742S |
| Technical Information | |
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| Protocol | Fibre Channel (FC) |
| Data Rate | 32Gbps |
| Port Count | 2-Port (Dual) |
| Bus Interface | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| Generation | Gen 5 |
| Connector Type | SFP28 (LC) |
| Chipset / Controller | QLogic QLE2742 (Broadcom) |
| Network Topology | Point-to-Point, Switched Fabric (N-Port), Arbitrated Loop |
| 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 | |
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| Form Factor | Low Profile PCIe Add-in Card |
| Weight | 3.00 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Miscellaneous | |
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| Eco Friendly | Yes |
| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL |
| Product Description |
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The QLE2742S is a high-speed Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to connect servers to storage area networks (SANs). It facilitates fast and reliable data transfers between Dell SANblade servers and storage arrays, ensuring efficient data access in enterprise environments. Often found in data centers and enterprise IT setups, this adapter is built to support heavy workloads and provide consistent storage connectivity. It's commonly used by IT professionals managing storage infrastructure who need dependable performance and scalability. Key Features
This adapter is typically deployed in enterprise storage environments where reliability and speed are critical. It helps maintain smooth data flow between servers and SAN devices, reducing bottlenecks and improving overall system responsiveness. By integrating this HBA, organizations can better manage their storage resources and keep their data centers running efficiently without interruptions. |