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IBM 45W0421 XIV Dual Port 4GB PCIe FC Adapter

IBM 45W0421 XIV Dual Port 4GB PCIe FC Adapter
IBM 45W0421 XIV Dual Port 4GB PCIe FC Adapter
The IBM 45W0421 XIV Dual Port 4GB PCIe FC Adapter delivers high-performance fibre channel connectivity for IBM XIV storage systems and compatible servers. Designed to fit into a standard PCI Express slot, this adapter provides two independent ports t... Read More
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  • In Stock: 5
  • Manufacturer: IBM
  • Model or Part: 45W0421
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM 45W0421 XIV Dual Port 4GB PCIe FC Adapter delivers high-performance fibre channel connectivity for IBM XIV storage systems and compatible servers. Designed to fit into a standard PCI Express slot, this adapter provides two independent ports that enable fast, reliable data transfer while supporting up to 4 GB of cache memory for optimal throughput.

Key Features

  • Dual port architecture - simultaneous connections for redundancy or increased bandwidth
  • PCIe x8 interface - maximises lane utilisation and reduces latency
  • Integrated 4 GB cache - accelerates data access and improves overall system efficiency
  • Hot-plug capable - install or replace without powering down the host
  • Full compliance with Fibre Channel standards up to 16 Gbps per port
  • IBM certified for use with XIV storage arrays and supported server platforms

Technical Specifications

  • Model / Part Number: 45W0421
  • Form factor: Low profile PCIe card
  • PCI Express version: 2.0 (compatible with 3.0)
  • Interface: Dual Fibre Channel ports, 16 Gbps per port
  • Cache size: 4 GB DDR3 SDRAM
  • Operating temperature: 0 to 55 deg C
  • Power consumption: typical 12 W
  • Supported operating systems: Windows Server 2012 and later, Linux distributions with FC driver support

Applications
The adapter is ideal for enterprises that require high-availability storage networking. Typical uses include:

  • Connecting IBM XIV storage arrays to blade or rack servers in data centre environments
  • Implementing active-active or active-passive redundancy for mission critical applications
  • Supporting virtualisation platforms such as VMware and Hyper-V with fast block level access
  • Enabling backup and disaster recovery solutions that rely on Fibre Channel SANs
  • Providing a scalable path for growth in bandwidth intensive workloads like databases, analytics and media streaming

With its robust construction, dual port capability and built-in cache, the IBM XIV Dual Port 4GB PCIe FC Adapter offers a dependable solution for organisations seeking to maximise storage performance while maintaining flexibility and resilience.