Name: QME2742 QLogic Dual-port 32Gb FC HBA for MX Mezzanine Slots
Brand: QLogic
SKU: QME2742
Price: 119.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The QME2742 QLogic Dual-port 32Gb FC HBA offers high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity designed for servers with MX mezzanine slots. It fits into server environments requiring dependable, low-latency storage access and is suited for use in data centers handling demanding workloads.

General Information
Brand	QLogic
Part Number	QME2742

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	32Gbps
Port Count	2-Port (Dual)
Bus Interface	Mezzanine (LOM)
Generation	Gen 6
Connector Type	SFP28 (LC)
Chipset / Controller	QLogic 2742
Network Topology	Switched Fabric (N-Port)

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	Mezzanine
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The QME2742 QLogic Dual-port 32Gb FC HBA is designed to provide fast and reliable Fibre Channel connectivity for enterprise servers. It is often found in blade servers and modular systems equipped with MX mezzanine slots, enabling seamless integration into existing infrastructure. Built for IT professionals and data storage administrators, this HBA supports high-throughput storage networks where low latency and consistent performance are critical. It’s commonly used in environments such as virtualization hosts, database servers, and high-performance computing setups. Key Features Supports dual 32Gb Fibre Channel ports for increased bandwidth and redundancy Offers low latency and high throughput for demanding storage workloads Integrates with MX mezzanine slot form factor for flexible server deployments Compatible with major server operating systems and SAN fabrics Includes advanced offload capabilities to reduce CPU load The QME2742 is typically deployed in data centers where fast and reliable SAN connectivity is essential. It helps maintain consistent storage access speeds, supporting mission-critical applications and reducing potential bottlenecks in storage networks.

Use Cases
The QME2742 QLogic Dual-port 32Gb FC Host Bus Adapter is primarily deployed in enterprise data centers and virtualization platforms where high-throughput and low-latency storage connectivity is essential. IT administrators managing large-scale storage clusters or SAN infrastructures benefit from its compatibility with MX mezzanine slots and its ability to integrate seamlessly within existing Fibre Channel environments. How It's Used: Connecting virtualization hosts to high-performance SAN storage arrays in enterprise data centers. Enabling storage access for mission-critical applications requiring stable and low-latency Fibre Channel connectivity. Facilitating scalable storage cluster deployments in cloud service provider environments. Supporting high-density rack server configurations with MX mezzanine slots in converged infrastructure setups. Integrating with storage area networks in financial institutions where data integrity and speed are paramount. By providing robust and consistent Fibre Channel connectivity, the QME2742 enhances operational efficiency in storage-intensive environments. Its dual-port design supports redundancy and load balancing, which contributes to scalable storage access and improved performance in demanding IT infrastructures.