Product Description
IBM EN1A PCIe3 32Gb 2-Port Fibre Channel Adapter
Elevate storage connectivity in your IBM Power Systems with the EN1A adapter, engineered for high-performance Fibre Channel networking. This PCIe3 x8 card delivers dual-port 32 Gb/s Fibre Channel capability using SR optics via SFP+ transceivers, with auto-negotiation support for 16 Gb/s and 8 Gb/s speeds, ensuring reliable, high-throughput access to SAN storage in demanding environments.
Key Features
- Dual SFP+ ports for 32 Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity with SR optics
- PCIe Gen3 x8 interface for efficient bandwidth in compatible slots
- Supports speeds of 32/16/8 Gb/s with automatic negotiation
- Full-height form factor optimized for standard server PCIe slots
- Based on Broadcom LPe32000-series technology for robust performance
- Enables simultaneous full-speed operation on both ports
- Compatible with AIX, IBM i, and Linux environments
The IBM EN1A adapter integrates seamlessly into your Power Systems configuration, providing dependable high-speed Fibre Channel links for storage area networks. Its advanced design supports low-latency data transfer and high IOPS, making it suitable for enterprise storage workloads requiring fast, reliable connectivity.
Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe3 x8 |
| Ports | 2 x SFP+ (SR optics) |
| Speeds | 32/16/8 Gb/s Fibre Channel |
| Protocols | Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
| Form Factor | Full-height |
| Part Number | 01FT704 |
| CCIN | 578F |
| Voltage | Standard PCIe operation (refer to system docs for exact) |
Compatibility This adapter is compatible with select IBM Power Systems supporting PCIe3 slots, including:
- Power E1080 (9080-HEU)
- Power E1050 (9043-MRX)
- Power S1022 (9105-22A)
- Power S1024 (9105-42A)
- Power S1124 (9824-42A)
- Power L1122 (9856-22H)
- And other Power9, Power10, and Power11 models with compatible PCIe3 infrastructure.
At Data Tech Computer, we stand behind this product with a 60-day warranty for added confidence. Perfect for high-performance SAN connectivity in your IBM Power environment.
