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- In Stock: 1
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: ADB4
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM ADB4 32GB 4-Port FC Adapter delivers high-performance fibre channel connectivity for demanding data centre environments. Designed to integrate seamlessly with IBM Power systems and compatible servers, this adapter provides reliable, low-latency access to storage arrays, enabling faster data transfers and improved application responsiveness.
Key Features
- Four independent 8Gb/s fibre channel ports for maximum throughput
- 32GB of onboard cache to accelerate read/write operations
- Hot-plug capable design for zero-downtime maintenance
- Support for both single-mode and multimode fibre optics
- Advanced error detection and correction to ensure data integrity
- Compatible with IBM PowerVM and other virtualization platforms
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: ADB4
- Adapter Type: PCIe Gen2 x8
- Cache Capacity: 32GB DDR3
- Port Speed: 8Gb/s per port
- Connector Type: LC duplex
- Supported Fibre Types: SMF (1310nm) and MMF (850nm)
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 degrees Celsius
- Power Consumption: 15W typical
Applications
The IBM ADB4 adapter is ideal for a wide range of mission critical workloads, including:
- Enterprise database servers requiring fast, reliable storage access
- Virtualisation hosts that need high bandwidth for multiple virtual machines
- Backup and disaster recovery solutions that demand rapid data movement
- High-performance computing clusters with intensive I/O requirements
- Large scale file and media servers handling concurrent user access
By delivering consistent performance and robust connectivity, the IBM 32GB 4-Port FC Adapter helps organisations maximise the value of their existing storage infrastructure while preparing for future growth.