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- In Stock: 10
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 69Y1938
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM Flex Fc3172 2-Port 8GB FC Adapter (part number 69Y1938) delivers high-performance fibre channel connectivity for demanding data centre environments. Designed to fit into standard server chassis, this adapter provides reliable, low-latency access to storage arrays and supports multiple operating systems. With dual ports and an 8GB/s aggregate bandwidth, it enables fast data transfers while reducing the number of required adapters.
Key Features
- Dual port design for redundant or parallel connections
- Supports up to 8Gb per second per port for high throughput
- Hot-plug capable - install or replace without powering down the system
- Compatible with IBM Power and x86 platforms
- Advanced error detection and correction mechanisms
- Low power consumption compared to comparable adapters
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: 69Y1938
- Interface: PCI Express Gen3 x4
- Port Type: Fibre Channel (FC) - 2 ports
- Maximum Data Rate: 8Gb per second per port (16Gb aggregate)
- Supported Protocols: FCP, FC-IP, FC-NVMe
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
- Dimensions: Standard half-height PCIe card
- Power Supply: 12V DC, typical draw less than 10W
Typical Applications
- Enterprise storage area networks (SAN) requiring high bandwidth and low latency
- Virtualised server farms where multiple virtual machines share fast storage resources
- High performance computing clusters that need reliable, fast data movement
- Backup and disaster recovery solutions with large data sets
- Database servers demanding consistent I/O performance
This IBM Flex Fc3172 adapter is an ideal choice for organisations looking to maximise storage efficiency while maintaining a compact footprint in their server racks.