Name: HPE R7N77-63001 SN1700E 64GB 1-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
Brand: HPE
SKU: R7N77-63001
Price: 615.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE R7N77-63001 Host Bus Adapter delivers a focused solution for connecting servers to storage via a 64GB Fibre Channel port. It fits into environments requiring dependable SAN connectivity, especially for SN1700E servers, and handles data transfer needs without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	R7N77-63001

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	64Gbps
Port Count	1-Port (Single)
Bus Interface	PCIe 4.0 x8
Generation	Gen 7
Connector Type	SFP56
Chipset / Controller	Broadcom SN1700E
Network Topology	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)
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 card
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA

Product Description
The HPE R7N77-63001 SN1700E Host Bus Adapter is designed to provide high-speed connectivity in storage area networks. It offers a 64GB Fibre Channel interface which ensures rapid data movement between the server and storage arrays. Often found in enterprise data centers, this adapter supports demanding workloads that rely on quick and reliable access to storage resources. IT professionals and system administrators commonly use it to enhance server storage performance and reduce latency. Key Features High-bandwidth 64GB Fibre Channel port for efficient data flow Single-port design simplifies hardware setup and management Built specifically for integration with SN1700E server systems Supports advanced storage protocols to maintain data integrity Designed to improve SAN connectivity and scalability This adapter is typically deployed in mid-to-large scale enterprise environments where storage speed and reliability are critical. It helps maintain smooth operations in settings like virtualized infrastructures and database servers. Its role in providing stable and fast connection to storage systems means less downtime and improved overall system responsiveness.

Use Cases
The HPE R7N77-63001 SN1700E 64GB 1-Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is designed for SAN environments where high-speed, reliable storage connectivity is critical. It is particularly suited for IT infrastructures that require efficient data transfer between servers and storage arrays, such as medium to large-scale data centers and enterprise storage clusters. How It's Used: Connecting SN1700E servers to dedicated storage area networks in enterprise data centers for enhanced throughput. Supporting virtualization deployment environments that demand low-latency access to shared storage resources. Integrating into rack-mounted server setups requiring streamlined, single-port Fibre Channel connectivity. Facilitating backup and archival operations in environments with large-scale storage requirements. Optimizing performance in storage clusters where consistent Fibre Channel bandwidth is necessary for workload balancing. This Host Bus Adapter enables scalable and efficient data workflows by delivering focused Fibre Channel connectivity. Its compatibility with SN1700E servers and streamlined design contribute to simplified management and improved overall system performance within SAN-centric IT infrastructures.