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Emulex

Emulex LPE16002B-M6 16Gbps dual-port PCIe 3.0 Fibre Channel network card

SKU CH-C1VA-MVMHK MPN LPE16002B-M6

A dual-port 16 Gbps Fibre Channel adapter on PCIe 3.0 with a multi-core ASIC supporting 255 VFs, 1024 MSi-X and 8192 logins for high VM density

  • Speed16Gbps
  • InterfacePCI-Express
  • FeaturesvScale performance and scalability - multi-core ASIC engine
  • 16Gbps dual-port throughput for high-speed storage networks
  • PCIe 3.0 x8 interface delivers low-latency host connectivity
  • vScale multi-core ASIC with eight cores scales to 255 virtual functions
  • 1024 MSi-X vectors and 8192 logins maximise virtual machine density
  • Standard bracket fits common server chassis slots

Dual-port 16Gbps Fibre Channel adapter

The Emulex LPE16002B-M6 is a PCIe 3.0 host bus adapter with two 16Gbps Fibre Channel ports on a standard bracket. It targets enterprise servers and storage arrays that need direct block-level connectivity to SAN fabrics. The dual-port layout provides path redundancy for high-availability clusters.

vScale multi-core engine sustains throughput

An eight-core ASIC drives vScale performance, delivering 255 virtual functions and 1024 MSi-X vectors to maintain I/O processing under heavy virtualised workloads. The design supports 8192 concurrent logins and open exchanges, keeping queue depth high during sustained backup or replication windows without the latency spikes seen in single-core adapters.

PCIe 3.0 x8 slot required for full bandwidth

The card needs a PCIe 3.0 x8 electrical connection to deliver 16Gbps per port; narrower slots will throttle throughput. Verify the server backplane provides this lane width and that the standard bracket fits the chassis before purchase. Buyers needing single-port density or lower-speed 8Gbps links should consider other models.

Highlights

  • 16Gbps dual-port throughput for high-speed storage networks
  • PCIe 3.0 x8 interface delivers low-latency host connectivity
  • vScale multi-core ASIC with eight cores scales to 255 virtual functions
  • 1024 MSi-X vectors and 8192 logins maximise virtual machine density
  • Standard bracket fits common server chassis slots

Specifications

BrandEmulex
ModelLPE16002B-M6
Speed16Gbps
InterfacePCI-Express
FeaturesvScale performance and scalability - multi-core ASIC engine with eight cores supports 255 VFs, 1024 MSi-X and 8192 logins/open exchanges for maximum VM density - up to 4x more than other adapters
2x management functionality, and takes half the time to manage with OneCommand Manager
Unique OneCommand Manager plug-in for VMware vCenter Server for centralized management of adapters within a VMware environment
GreenState power efficiency - reduces data center power consumption and associated OPEX by delivering exceptional power to port ratios
BlockGuard data integrity - enables end-to-en
Shipping weight0.29 kg
Package size493 × 239 × 171 mm

Questions about this item

How much power does the 16Gbps dual-port PCIe 3.0 card draw under continuous load?

The adapter uses a multi-core ASIC engine designed for vScale performance and scalability, optimising efficiency across eight cores while supporting 255 virtual functions and 1024 MSi-X vectors.

What slot type is required to install the LPE16002B-M6 host bus adapter?

A PCI Express 3.0 x8 slot with a standard bracket opening is needed; the card ships with a full-height bracket for typical server chassis.

Will the 16Gbps Fibre Channel adapter negotiate down to 8Gbps or 4Gbps switches already in the rack?

Yes, the LightPulse engine auto-negotiates link speed, so it will operate at 16, 8 or 4Gbps depending on the connected fabric and SFP+ modules used.

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