2-Gbps Fibre Channel (FC) to
PCI-X Host Bus Adapters (HBAs)
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2
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Ease of Use
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Autonegotiation of Fibre Channel speed bit rate (1 Gbps or 2 Gbps)
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Easy detection of activities through an LED panel:
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Power
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Online
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Signal acquired
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Loss of synchronization
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Firmware error
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Automatic topology detection
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Quick start guide
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Persistent binding
Superior Scalability
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Concurrent support for SCSI and IP protocols
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Load balancing for optimized performance
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Simultaneous initiator and target mode support
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Local and remote management
Enhanced Reliability
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Unique, single-integrated Fibre Channel controller for added reliability and optimum
performance
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HBA and LUN level failover
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LUN masking
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Loopback and read/write buffer tests
Why QLOGIC?
Designed and deployed by major server and storage
OEMs, the QLogic SANblade QLA2340 and QLA2340L host bus
adapters (HBAs) offer the ultimate in performance: 2-Gbps Fibre
Channel combined with 64-bit, 133-MHz PCI-X. Eliminating
traditional host bottlenecks that impede the high performance of
2-Gbps Fibre Channel, this union of the fastest I/O and host
technologies creates the perfect balanced solution.
These HBAs are based on unique single chip fibre channel controller
architecture from QLogic. These multimode optic HBAs are
specifically designed for servers in direct attach storage (DAS) as
well as storage area network (SAN) environments.
Cost Effective.
The QLA2340 is the right solution for the added boost
in performance. If you are looking for low-profile boards for 1U and
2U servers, the QLA2340L, a low-profile version of the QLA2340, is
the perfect fit.
Leading Single Chip Integration.
The QLA2340/2340L uniquely
integrates a RISC processor, a Fibre protocol engine, and transceivers
into a single, efficient FC controller chip that increases reliability and
performance by lowering CPU utilization.
Broad OEM Acceptance.
The QLA2340/2340L HBA is validated by
every major OEM including Dell, EMC, HDS, HP, IBM, and Sun. The
QLA2340’s extensive certification from major server and storage
manufacturers makes it the perfect choice for multiplatform
requirements.
Simplified Setup.
Point-and-click installation and configuration
wizards simply the HBA setup process. Storage administrators can
quickly deploy HBAs across a SAN using standard HBA management
tools and device utilities. The QLA2340/40L is also fully compatible
with industry standard application programming interfaces (APIs),
including SNIA HBA API and SMI-S, thereby allowing administrators
to manage QLogic HBAs using third-party software applications.
Proven Architecture.
The QLA2340/2340L architecture is the result
of more than 15 years of progressive development and testing.
Proven architecture from QLogic delivers higher overall reliability and
enables advanced functionality with its single-chip integration,
placing QLogic years ahead of its competitors. The QLA2340/2340L
also has proven interoperability with all major software applications,
hardware platforms, and operating systems.
The Bottom Line.
Driving the standard for interoperability with
extensive FC testing in SAN environments, you can feel confident in
choosing the QLogic solution.