Name: RNCT6 Dell Dual-Port 16Gb/s PCIe Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter Full-Height
Brand: Dell
SKU: RNCT6
Price: 167.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The RNCT6 Dell Sanblade Dual-Ports 16Gb/s PCI Express Fiber Channel Host Bus Network Adapter is a server add-on card that enables high-speed connection to storage networks. It fits standard servers and provides reliable dual-port Fibre Channel links, making it ideal for environments needing consistent and efficient data storage communication.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	RNCT6

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	16Gbps
Port Count	2-Port (Dual)
Bus Interface	PCIe 2.0 x8
Generation	Gen 6
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Chipset / Controller	Broadcom Emulex LPe16002
Bracket Height	Full Height (Standard)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This dual-port Fibre Channel host bus adapter is designed to provide high-speed storage networking connectivity in data centers and enterprise environments. It is commonly used in servers that require fast and reliable access to SANs (Storage Area Networks) for handling large data volumes efficiently. Built for Dell servers, this adapter suits IT professionals and system administrators managing storage infrastructure. Key Features Provides 16Gb/s data transfer rate on each port for quick storage access Uses PCI Express interface ensuring seamless integration with modern servers Full-height bracket designed to fit standard rack-mount server chassis Supports multiple SAN protocols and advanced error handling Low latency performance tailored for demanding storage applications This adapter is typically deployed in enterprise data centers where fast, reliable storage communication is crucial. It helps ensure storage resources are accessed swiftly, minimizing bottlenecks in backup, retrieval, and virtualization tasks.

Use Cases
The RNCT6 Dell Dual-Port 16Gb/s PCIe Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is designed for data centers and enterprise IT environments that demand low-latency, high-throughput storage connectivity. It is particularly suited for organizations managing large-scale virtualization, storage clusters, or mission-critical SAN deployments where reliable and fast data transfer is essential. How It's Used: Enabling high-speed SAN connectivity in virtualized server farms to optimize storage access and reduce bottlenecks. Supporting enterprise storage clusters in financial institutions that require consistent low-latency data exchanges. Integrating with Dell SAN environments in rack-mounted servers for scalable storage network expansion. Facilitating data replication and backup operations in remote office setups with centralized storage infrastructures. Connecting high-performance computing nodes to shared storage arrays in research and development data centers. This adapter enhances operational efficiency by providing robust and scalable Fibre Channel connectivity suited for intensive storage workloads. Its compatibility with standard server configurations ensures seamless integration, supporting evolving infrastructure demands without impacting performance.

RNCT6 Dell Dual-Port 16Gb/s PCIe Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter Full-Height

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