IBM EL2N Pcie Lp 8GB 2-Port Fiber Channel Ar

IBM EL2N Pcie Lp 8GB 2-Port Fiber Channel Ar
IBM EL2N Pcie Lp 8GB 2-Port Fiber Channel Ar
The IBM EL2N is a low profile PCI Express (PCIe) adapter that provides 8GB dual port Fibre Channel connectivity for high-density server environments. Designed for reliability and speed, this card enables rapid data transfer between servers and storag... Read More
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  • In Stock: 8
  • Manufacturer: IBM
  • Model or Part: EL2N
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview

The IBM EL2N is a low profile PCI Express (PCIe) adapter that provides 8GB dual port Fibre Channel connectivity for high-density server environments. Designed for reliability and speed, this card enables rapid data transfer between servers and storage arrays while fitting into space constrained chassis. It supports the latest PCIe Gen3 x4 interface and delivers consistent performance for demanding enterprise workloads.

Key Features

  • Dual 8Gb/s Fibre Channel ports for redundant or aggregated connections
  • Low profile (LP) form factor compatible with blade and rack servers
  • PCIe Gen3 x4 interface for maximum throughput and low latency
  • Hot-plug capable for seamless maintenance without downtime
  • IBM certified firmware ensures compatibility with leading storage platforms
  • Advanced error detection and correction to protect data integrity

Technical Specifications

  • Model/Part Number: EL2N
  • Interface: PCIe Gen3 x4, low profile (LP) slot
  • Fibre Channel Speed: 8Gb/s per port
  • Port Type: Dual SFP+ optical connectors
  • Memory: 8GB DDR memory for buffer and protocol processing
  • Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 degrees Celsius
  • Power Consumption: Typical 12W, maximum 18W
  • Supported Operating Systems: Windows Server, Linux, VMware ESXi, OpenStack

Typical Applications

  • Enterprise data centers requiring high-speed storage networking
  • Virtualization platforms that need fast shared storage access
  • Database servers with intensive I/O demands
  • Backup and disaster recovery systems that rely on Fibre Channel SANs
  • High performance computing clusters where low latency is critical

The IBM EL2N delivers the performance, reliability, and compact design needed for modern data center workloads, making it an ideal choice for organizations looking to maximize storage efficiency without sacrificing speed.