Product Description
IBM EN2K PCIe4 LP x8 2-Port Direct Attach Tape Fibre Channel Adapter
The IBM EN2K is a low-profile PCIe4 x8 dual-port 32 Gb/s Fibre Channel adapter designed for direct attachment of Fibre Channel tape devices on IBM i.
Product Description
The IBM EN2K (feature code EN2K, CCIN 579C) is a low-profile PCIe Gen4 x8 adapter that provides two ports of 32 Gb Fibre Channel connectivity using SR optics. It is electronically identical to the full-height EN2J. The adapter is based on the Marvell QLE2772 and supports link speeds of 8, 16, and 32 Gbps with automatic negotiation. Each port uses an LC connector and can deliver up to 6400 MBps of bandwidth. It is supported only on the IBM i operating system and is intended exclusively for direct attachment of Fibre Channel tape devices.
Features
- Low-profile PCIe4 x8 form factor
- Dual 32 Gb/s Fibre Channel ports with SR optics
- Auto-negotiation for 8/16/32 Gbps link speeds
- LC connectors
- Direct attachment of Fibre Channel tape only
- IBM i operating system support only
- FRU 02CM909
Technical Specifications
- Feature Code: EN2K
- CCIN: 579C
- FRU: 02CM909
- Interface: PCIe4 x8
- Ports: 2 x Fibre Channel (SR optics, LC)
- Speeds: 8 / 16 / 32 Gb/s
- Form Factor: Low-profile
- Bandwidth: Up to 6400 MBps per port
Compatibility
The IBM EN2K is compatible with:
- Operating Systems: IBM i only
- Systems: IBM Power Systems that support PCIe Gen4 slots and the EN2K feature
- Devices: Direct attachment of Fibre Channel tape drives and libraries
- Related Features: Electronically identical to the full-height EN2J
- Limitations: Not supported on AIX or Linux. Not for switched SAN or disk attachment. Confirm slot placement rules for the target system
Warranty
This product comes with a 60-day warranty covering parts and functionality.
