Product Description
IBM EN2N PCIe4 64Gb 2-Port Optical Fibre Channel Adapter
Elevate your SAN infrastructure in IBM Power Systems with the EN2N adapter, engineered for next-generation Fibre Channel speeds. This PCIe4 x8 card (usable in x8 or x16 slots) features dual SFP+ ports with SR optics, delivering 64 Gb/s optical Fibre Channel connectivity with backward compatibility to 32 Gb/s and 16 Gb/s, providing ultra-high throughput and low-latency performance for mission-critical storage workloads.
Key Features
- Dual SFP+ ports for 64 Gb/s optical Fibre Channel using SR optics (LC connectors)
- PCIe Gen4 x8 interface for high-bandwidth efficiency
- Auto-negotiation supporting 64/32/16 Gb/s speeds per port
- Full-height form factor optimized for standard server PCIe slots
- Up to 12,800 MBps bandwidth per port with shortwave laser optics
- Simultaneous full-speed operation on both ports
- Based on Marvell technology for reliable, high-performance Fibre Channel HBA functionality
- Supports AIX, IBM i, and Linux environments, including boot and NPIV capabilities
The IBM EN2N adapter integrates seamlessly into compatible Power Systems, offering exceptional IOPS, reduced latency, and robust connectivity for demanding enterprise storage area networks. It enables direct attachment at 64 Gb/s or switched connections, making it ideal for accelerating high-performance SAN applications and supporting future growth.
Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe4 x8 (usable in x16 slots) |
| Ports | 2 x SFP+ (SR optics, LC connectors) |
| Speeds | 64/32/16 Gb/s Fibre Channel |
| Protocols | Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
| Form Factor | Full-height |
| Part Number | 03JP010 |
| CCIN | 2F05 |
| Voltage | Standard PCIe operation (refer to system docs for exact) |
Compatibility This adapter is compatible with select IBM Power Systems supporting PCIe4 slots, including:
- Power S1022 (9105-22A)
- Power S1024 (9105-42A)
- Power S1014 (9105-41B)
- Power E1050 (9043-MRX)
- Power S1124 (9824-42A)
- Power L1122 (9856-22H)
- Power E1080 (9080-HEU)
- And other Power10 and Power11 models with compatible PCIe4 infrastructure.
At Data Tech Computer, we stand behind this product with a 60-day warranty for added confidence. Perfect for ultra-high-speed, optical SAN connectivity in your IBM Power environment.
