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- In Stock: 2
- Manufacturer: Sun Microsystems
- Model or Part: 370-2303
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 1.00lb
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Overview
The Sun Microsystems 370-2303 Card, Network, FC-AL SW-GBICS, model X6731A is a high-performance Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL) adapter designed for enterprise storage networks. Engineered to deliver reliable, low-latency connectivity, this card enables seamless integration of Sun servers with Gigabit Fibre Channel switches and storage arrays. It is an ideal solution for data-center environments that demand robust bandwidth, scalability, and fault-tolerant operation.
Key Features
- Full-duplex Gigabit Fibre Channel (1 Gb/s) over FC-AL architecture
- Supports up to 126 devices on a single loop, providing extensive scalability
- Hot-plug capability for uninterrupted service during maintenance or upgrades
- Low power consumption and compact form factor for efficient rack utilization
- Built-in error detection and correction mechanisms to ensure data integrity
- Compatible with Sun Microsystems server platforms and standard PCI slots
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Sun Microsystems
- Model/Part Number: 370-2303
- Product Name: Card, Network, FC-AL SW-GBICS, X6731A
- Interface: PCI (32-bit, 33 MHz)
- Data Rate: 1 Gbit per second (Gigabit Fibre Channel)
- Loop Topology: Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL)
- Maximum Loop Devices: 126
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 70 degrees Celsius
- Power Supply: 5 V DC, 2.5 A typical
- Dimensions: Standard full-height, half-length PCI card
Typical Applications
- Enterprise data centers requiring high-speed storage area network (SAN) connectivity
- Virtualized environments where multiple virtual machines share fast storage resources
- Backup and disaster recovery solutions that need reliable, low-latency data transfer
- High-performance computing clusters that demand rapid access to shared storage
- Financial trading platforms where transaction speed and data integrity are critical
This Sun Microsystems FC-AL adapter delivers the performance and reliability needed to support mission-critical workloads, making it a valuable addition to any modern storage infrastructure.