Product Description
IBM ALB8 64 Gb FC 2 Port Adapter Cards (Pair)
The IBM ALB8 64 Gb FC 2 Port Adapter Cards (Pair) provide ultra-high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity for IBM FlashSystem and compatible storage platforms. Each card delivers dual 64 Gbps Fibre Channel ports for maximum bandwidth and redundancy, enabling high-performance host attachment to IBM Power Systems and IBM i environments.
Supplied as a matched pair for active-active or high-availability configurations, these adapters ensure continuous data access with full compatibility across FlashSystem 5300, 5600, 7300, 7600, and 9600 series systems.
Key Features of the IBM ALB8 64 Gb FC Adapter Cards
- • Dual 64/32/16/8 Gb/s Fibre Channel ports per card for high-throughput connectivity
- • Supplied as a matched pair for redundant I/O configurations
- • PCIe form factor with standard bracket for easy installation in control enclosures
- • Support for 64/32/16/8 Gb/s auto-negotiation
- • Advanced error correction and link-level reliability features
- • Hot-plug capable in supported FlashSystem nodes
- • Full integration with IBM Storage Virtualize for seamless host mapping and zoning
- • Optimized for low-latency, high-IOPS workloads in IBM Power Systems and IBM i environments
Technical Specifications
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Feature Code | ALB8 |
| Port Speed | 64 Gb/s Fibre Channel (per port) |
| Ports | 2 ports per card (4 ports total in supplied pair) |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| Form Factor | Standard low-profile PCIe adapter card |
| Transceivers | Included SFP+ optical modules |
| Compatibility | FlashSystem 5300, 5600, 7300, 7600, 9600 and compatible Storwize platforms |
Virtualization, Security and Reliability
The ALB8 adapter pair integrates seamlessly with IBM Storage Virtualize software, supporting advanced host mapping, multipathing, and zoning for maximum availability. Combined with enterprise-grade RAS features, these adapters deliver reliable, high-performance Fibre Channel connectivity for mission-critical IBM Power Systems and IBM i workloads.
Every IBM ALB8 64 Gb FC 2 Port Adapter Card Pair purchased from DataTechComputer.com is backed by a full 60-day warranty covering parts and labor for complete peace of mind.
