Name: 8GB FC 4-Port Host Interface Card V3700
Brand: IBM
Price: 80.95 USD
Availability: InStock

IBM 00Y2421 8GB FC 4-Port Host Interface Card V3700

The IBM 8GB FC 4-Port Host Interface Card V3700 (part number 00Y2421) delivers high-performance fibre channel connectivity for servers that require reliable, low-latency access to storage area networks. Designed for IBM System x and BladeCenter platf... Read More

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Manufacturer: IBM
Model or Part: 00Y2421
Condition: Refurbished
Weight: 6.00lb

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Description

Overview
The IBM 8GB FC 4-Port Host Interface Card V3700 (part number 00Y2421) delivers high-performance fibre channel connectivity for servers that require reliable, low-latency access to storage area networks. Designed for IBM System x and BladeCenter platforms, this card provides four independent 8Gb/s ports, enabling parallel data paths and maximizing throughput for mission critical workloads.

Key Features

Four 8Gb/s Fibre Channel ports for simultaneous high-speed connections
Integrated 8GB cache to accelerate read/write operations and reduce latency
Hot-plug capable for maintenance without server downtime
Full compliance with FC-SCSI standards for broad compatibility
Low power consumption and efficient thermal design for dense server environments

Technical Specifications

Model/Part Number: 00Y2421
Interface: PCIe x8 (Gen2) slot
Port Type: Dual-speed (8Gb/s) Fibre Channel
Cache Size: 8GB DDR3
Supported Operating Systems: AIX, Linux, Windows Server (various editions)
Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 8Gb/s per port (32Gb/s aggregate)
Form Factor: Low-profile half-height card
Power Requirements: 12V, approx 30W

Typical Applications

Enterprise data centers that need fast, reliable SAN connectivity
Virtualization hosts running multiple VMs with intensive I/O demands
High-performance computing clusters requiring low latency storage access
Database servers handling large transaction volumes
Backup and recovery appliances that benefit from parallel data streams

By integrating the IBM 8GB FC 4-Port Host Interface Card V3700 into your server architecture, you gain scalable bandwidth, enhanced data protection, and the flexibility to grow your storage network without sacrificing performance.