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DELL QLogic QLE2694 16Gb Quad Port FC Expansion Card HCWVX
A quad-port 16 Gb Fibre Channel host bus adapter for full-height PCIe slots
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- Quad-port design enables four simultaneous 16 Gb fibre-channel links
- Dell QLogic 2694 controller delivers enterprise-grade storage connectivity
- Full-height bracket fits standard rack-mount servers
- Tested components with updated firmware ensure reliable deployment
Quad Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Card
This DELL QLogic QLE2694 expansion card adds four 16Gb SFP+ Fibre Channel ports in a full-height bracket. It is built for servers and storage arrays that need multiple high-speed fabric connections. The card suits administrators expanding SAN connectivity in rack-mounted systems.
Four Ports Decide Density
The single specification that determines fit is the quad-port layout: one card delivers four 16Gb links, so buyers who need only one or two ports should choose a different adapter, while those who need more than four simultaneous links will require additional cards or a higher-port-count model.
Highlights
- Quad-port design enables four simultaneous 16 Gb fibre-channel links
- Dell QLogic 2694 controller delivers enterprise-grade storage connectivity
- Full-height bracket fits standard rack-mount servers
- Tested components with updated firmware ensure reliable deployment
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Model | HCWVX |
| Type | Rack |
Questions about this item
What does the 16Gb per port rating mean for real-world throughput on this QLE2694 card?
Each of the four ports delivers up to 16Gb of Fibre Channel bandwidth, giving the host four independent 16Gb lanes for storage traffic.
What interface standard does the QLE2694 use and what does it limit in practice?
The card uses a PCI Express full-height slot; the slot generation and lane count determine the maximum aggregate bandwidth available to the four 16Gb ports.
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