Product Description
The IBM EN0Y PCIe2 LP 8Gb 4-port Fibre Channel Adapter (Part Number: 00FX604) is a low-profile, high-performance PCIe Gen2 x8 adapter designed for IBM Power Systems, offering robust SAN connectivity for enterprise data centers. Based on the QLogic QLE2564 Host Bus Adapter, it supports industries like finance, healthcare, and retail with four 8Gb Fibre Channel ports, each capable of 2, 4, or 8 Gbps link speeds, auto-negotiating to the highest speed. Featuring LC-type connectors with shortwave laser optics, it supports single or multiple initiator capability via NPIV, ideal for virtualized environments. Available refurbished, this cost-effective adapter enhances Power Systems’ storage connectivity for mission-critical applications like database management and backup, ensuring reliable, scalable performance in midrange server setups across IBM i, AIX, and Linux environments.
Key Features
- Four 8Gb Fibre Channel ports with LC connectors, supporting 2, 4, or 8 Gbps link speeds for high-speed SAN connectivity.
- QLogic QLE2564-based adapter with auto-negotiation for optimal performance in enterprise data centers.
- Supports single initiator or multiple initiator (NPIV) capability, ideal for virtualized Power Systems environments.
- Low-profile PCIe Gen2 x8 design, compatible with IBM Power8 and Power9 servers for flexible integration.
- Uses multimode fiber optic cables (OM1, OM2, OM3) with shortwave laser optics for reliable data transfer.
Technical Specifications
| Feature Codes | EN0Y (Low-Profile), EN12 (Full-Height) |
| Part Numbers | 00E1578, 00E7546, 00E9031, 00FX604, 74Y3923 |
| CCIN | EN0Y |
| Form Factor | PCIe2 x8 Low-Profile, Short |
| Interface | 8Gb Fibre Channel (4-port, 2/4/8 Gbps) |
| Connectors | 4x LC-Type (Shortwave Laser Optics) |
| Cables | Multimode Fiber (OM1: 150m, OM2: 50m, OM3: 150m at 8 Gbps) |
Compatibility with Power Systems
The IBM EN0Y PCIe2 LP 8Gb 4-port Fibre Channel Adapter (00FX604) is compatible with a wide range of IBM Power Systems, ensuring seamless integration for enterprise SAN connectivity across industries like finance, healthcare, and retail:
- AIX 7.1 (7100-01 SP4+), 6.1 (6100-07 SP4+), 5.3 (5300-12 SP6+ with service extension).
- IBM i 6.1 with 6.1.1 machine code or later (via VIOS 2.2.1.4); not natively supported.
- Power Systems models: 8202-E4D, 8205-E6D, 8284-22A, 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 8408-44E, 8408-E8D, 8408-E8E, 9080-MHE, 9080-MME, 9117-MMC, 9117-MMD, 9119-MHE, 9119-MME.
Note: Requires PCIe2 x8 slot and multimode fiber cables (OM1, OM2, OM3). IBM i support requires VIOS; direct attachment to storage supported. NPIV enables virtualized environments.
Get the IBM EN0Y PCIe2 LP 8Gb 4-port Fibre Channel Adapter (00FX604) Today
Upgrade your Power Systems with this high-performance, refurbished Fibre Channel adapter, designed for enterprise SAN reliability and cost-effective scalability. Act now to boost your data center’s connectivity capabilities.
