Description
Features and Benefits of QLE2670-E-SP Qlogic 16GB
The QLE2670-E-SP Qlogic 16GB Single Channel PCI-E 3.0 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter provides the following features and benefits:
- High Performance: The QLE2670-E-SP provides high-speed data transfer rates of up to 16Gb/s, making it ideal for demanding applications such as data backup, video editing, and high-performance computing.
- PCI Express 3.0 Interface: The PCI Express 3.0 interface provides high-bandwidth and low-latency connectivity to the host system, ensuring maximum performance and scalability.
- Single Channel: The single-channel design of the QLE2670-E-SP allows for a cost-effective solution in environments where only one Fibre Channel connection is required.
- Full Fabric Support: The QLE2670-E-SP supports full fabric functionality, including F-port and FL-port modes, as well as NPIV and N-port ID virtualization, allowing for increased scalability and flexibility in SAN environments.
- Quality of Service (QoS): The QLE2670-E-SP provides advanced QoS features that prioritize traffic and ensure that the most critical applications receive the necessary bandwidth for optimal performance.
- Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) Support: The QLE2670-E-SP supports FCoE, enabling convergence of Fibre Channel and Ethernet traffic onto a single network infrastructure, simplifying cabling and reducing costs.
- Ease of Management: The QLE2670-E-SP can be managed through QLogic’s SANsurfer management software, which provides a user-friendly interface for configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
- High Reliability: The QLE2670-E-SP features advanced error detection and correction, as well as hot-swappable components, ensuring maximum uptime and reliability in critical applications.
- Energy Efficiency: The QLE2670-E-SP is designed to minimize power consumption, reducing operating costs and environmental impact.
Installation and Configuration of QLE2670-E-SP Qlogic 16GB FC HBA
To install and configure the QLE2670-E-SP Qlogic 16GB Single Channel PCI-E 3.0 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter, follow these steps:
- Prepare the server: Shut down the server and unplug it from the power source. Open the server case and locate an available PCI-E 3.0 slot. Ensure that the slot is compatible with the Qlogic HBA.
- Install the HBA: Carefully insert the HBA into the PCI-E 3.0 slot. Secure the HBA in place using the screw on the bracket.
- Connect the Fibre Channel cable: Connect one end of the Fibre Channel cable to the HBA port and the other end to the Fibre Channel switch.
- Power on the server: Close the server case and plug the server back into the power source. Power on the server and wait for it to boot up.
- Install the Qlogic HBA driver: Download the latest Qlogic HBA driver from the manufacturer’s website. Install the driver on the server following the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Configure the HBA: Once the driver is installed, use the Qlogic HBA BIOS configuration utility to configure the HBA. Press the appropriate key (usually F8 or Ctrl+Q) during the server boot up process to enter the HBA BIOS configuration utility. Configure the HBA settings according to your specific requirements.
- Verify the HBA configuration: After configuring the HBA, verify that the HBA is functioning properly. Use the Qlogic SANsurfer HBA Manager software to view the HBA status and configuration.
Compatibility with Different Operating Systems and Servers
The QLE2670-E-SP Qlogic 16GB Single Channel PCI-E 3.0 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is compatible with a variety of operating systems and servers.
Operating System Compatibility:
- Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and later versions (including 32-bit and 64-bit versions)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 5, 6, and 7 (including 32-bit and 64-bit versions)
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) 10 SP4, 11 SP2 and later versions (including 32-bit and 64-bit versions)
- VMware ESX and ESXi 4.1, 5.0, 5.1, 5.5, 6.0, and later versions
Server Compatibility:
- The QLE2670-E-SP is compatible with servers that have a PCI Express 3.0 slot, such as HP ProLiant, Dell PowerEdge, and IBM System x servers.
General Information
- Brand Name : Qlogic
- MPN : QLE2670-E-SP
- Sub-Type : Fibre Channel
- Type : Controller
Technical Information
- Form Factor : Plug-in Card – Low Profile
- Interface (bus) Type : PCI Express 2.0 X8
- PCI Specification Revision : PCIE 2.0, PCIE 3.0
- Connectivity Technology : Wired
- Data Link Protocol : 16GB Fibre Channel (short Wave)
- Fibre Channel : Fc-tape, Fcp-2, Fcp-3, SCSI-fcp
- Data Transfer Rate : 16 GBPS
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