Lenovo IBM QLogic 16Gb FC Dual-Port PCI Express 3.0 x4 Host Bus Adapter

Overview

The Lenovo 00Y3341 is a dual-port Fibre Channel host bus adapter designed to fit into a PCI Express 3.0 x4 slot, providing high-speed connectivity between enterprise servers and Fibre Channel storage area networks. Each port supports transfer speeds up to 16 gigabits per second, enabling fast and reliable data transport essential for data center environments where consistent access to shared storage is critical. This adapter offers a straightforward installation process and supports configurations for redundancy or increased bandwidth, making it a practical choice for managing business-critical applications.

Key features

• Two Fibre Channel ports delivering up to 16 Gbps per port for high-speed data transfer
• PCI Express 3.0 x4 interface ensures compatibility with modern server expansion slots
• Support for Fibre Channel protocols guarantees reliable and efficient data transport
• Plug-in expansion card design simplifies installation and integration into existing systems
• Dual-port capability allows for redundancy to maintain continuous availability or increased throughput to meet performance demands
• Optimized for connecting enterprise servers to Fibre Channel SANs, supporting critical storage access

Key specs

• Interface: PCI Express 3.0 x4
• Ports: 2 Fibre Channel ports
• Transfer speed: Up to 16 Gbps per port
• Supported protocols: Fibre Channel

Connectivity and compatibility

This adapter is designed to connect seamlessly with Fibre Channel storage area networks, providing dedicated and reliable paths between servers and SAN fabrics. Its PCI Express 3.0 x4 interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of enterprise servers equipped with corresponding expansion slots. The dual-port design supports configurations that enhance either redundancy or bandwidth, fitting well into environments that require dependable and high-performance storage connectivity.

Ideal uses and environments

The Lenovo 00Y3341 is well suited to data centers and enterprise IT environments where uninterrupted access to shared storage is essential. It supports server setups running business applications that demand consistent and fast communication with storage systems. This adapter is a strong choice for IT teams looking to build resilient storage networks with options for failover or increased throughput, ensuring smooth operation in production settings.