The QLogic 8 Gb Fibre Channel HBA for System x offers an affordable and reliable SAN to small and medium businesses. The adapter is easy to use, with proven quality and demonstrated robustness (highest mean-time between failures). This adapter is based on a design that requires minimum user effort while delivering maximum user satisfaction. The wide adoption of installation and configuration wizards eliminates the complexity and intricacies of Fibre Channel SANs. Emphasis on ease of use at every step ensures a successful, enhanced experience. Default settings and auto-detect configuration eliminate the need to know about every knob and button on the dashboard.
The adapter includes a wizard that steps through the complete HBA installation for Windows with just a few mouse clicks. Each server can be installed with one or more adapter cards to enable redundant connections within System x servers. The adapter card offers support for 8 Gbps data rates.
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Connectivity
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Slot Type
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PCI-Express
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Performance
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Data Transfer Rate
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8 Gbps
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Actual Weight
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0.25 lb(s)
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Compatibility Notes
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Performance specifications
2, 4, or 8 Gbps (auto-negotiation)
8 Gbps network adapter
PCIe design
Support for major operating systems (refer to ServerProven for list of individual operating systems)
Compliance: PCI Express Base Specification rev. 1.0a, PCI-Express Card
Electromechanical Specification rev. 1.0, PCI Bus Power Management Interface
Specification revision 1.1
Bus interface: PCI Express x4
Memory: 1 MB SRAM, 1 MB flash (SPI), and 2 KB NVRAM (SPI)
Hardware requirements
The 8 Gb PCIE Host Bus Adapter is supported on the following IBM platforms:
System name Machine type
IBM System x3950 M2 7141
IBM System x3850 M2 7144
IBM System x3755 7163/8877
IBM System x3655 7985/7943
IBM System x3650 7979
IBM System x3550 7978
IBM System x3500 7977
IBM System x3455 7984/7986/7940/7941
IBM System x3400 7973/7974/7975/7976
IBM System x3350 4192/4193
IBM System x3250 M2 4190/4191
IBM System x3200 M2 4367/4368
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Contents
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HBA adapter, 2U bracket, documentation
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O/S Notes
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Software requirements
Microsoft
Windows Server 2003 Standard, Enterprise, Web
Windows 2003 SP1 64-bit (x64)
Windows 2008 Standard, Enterprise, Web
Windows 2008 64-bit (x64)
Linux
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 4 AS, ES
RHEL 5 AS, ES
RHEL 4 AS, ES 64-bit
RHEL 5 AS, ES 64-bit
SUSE Linux ES 9 (SLES 9)
SUSE Linux ES 10 (SLES 10)
SUSE Linux ES 9 64-bit (SLES 9)
SUSE Linux ES 10 64-bit (SLES 10)
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Physical Dimensions
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2.54"h x 6.6"w x 1"d
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Returns Policy
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This product is subject to our return policy. Please see our complete return policy for details.
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Warranty - Labor
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1 Year
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Warranty - Parts
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1 Year
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Warranty Details
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On-site limited warranty
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