Product Description
The IBM EN0B PCIe2 16Gb 2-port Fibre Channel Adapter (Part Number: 00E2900) is a high-performance PCIe2 x8 adapter designed for IBM Power Systems. Featuring two 16Gb Fibre Channel ports with SR SFP+ transceivers and CCIN 577F, it delivers high-speed connectivity for storage area networks (SANs). The adapter supports IBM i, AIX, and Linux, enabling efficient data transfer for virtualization and database workloads. It uses a low-profile design, compatible with Power8 and Power9 servers like 8286-41A and 9009-41A, and requires a PCIe2 x8 slot. With advanced error correction and multipathing support, the EN0B ensures reliable performance in demanding environments. It is ideal for midrange and enterprise applications, offering a cost-effective solution for enhancing SAN connectivity, scalability, and data integrity in Power Systems deployments.
Key Features
- Two 16Gb Fibre Channel ports with SR SFP+ transceivers.
- PCIe2 x8 interface for high-speed connectivity.
- Supports IBM i, AIX, and Linux operating systems.
- Low-profile design for Power8/Power9 compatibility.
- Advanced error correction and multipathing support.
- 60-day warranty, technical support, cost-effective.
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | 00E2900 |
| Feature Code | EN0B |
| CCIN | 577F |
| Interface | PCIe2 x8 |
| Ports | 2 x 16Gb Fibre Channel (SR SFP+) |
| Form Factor | Low-profile |
| Supported OS | IBM i, AIX, Linux |
Compatibility
The IBM EN0B PCIe2 16Gb 2-port Fibre Channel Adapter (00E2900) is compatible with IBM Power Systems, supporting IBM i, AIX, and Linux. It integrates with Power8 and Power9 models like 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 9009-22A, 9009-41A, 9009-42A, 9119-MME, and 9040-MR9, requiring a PCIe2 x8 slot for installation. The adapter, with CCIN 577F, supports high-speed SAN connectivity for virtualization and database workloads, using SR SFP+ transceivers for reliable data transfer. It is ideal for midrange and enterprise environments, supporting multipathing and advanced storage solutions. The EN0B optimizes system performance for demanding applications:
- Power8: 8286-41A, 8286-42A; Power9: 9009-22A, 9009-41A, 9009-42A, 9119-MME, 9040-MR9.
- Supports IBM i, AIX, Linux operating systems.
- Requires PCIe2 x8 slot for installation.
