The Next Generation of Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapters The introduction of the HP PCIe 8Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapters brings datacenter infrastructure components to a higher level of performance and efficiency. With the ability to deliver twice the I/O performance of 4 Gb FC HBAs, these adapters are the perfect solution for storage-intensive applications such as backup/restore, database transactions, virtualization, and rich media. Backward Compatibility for Future Investments Investing in an 8 Gb Fibre Channel HBA today ensures compatibility with 4 and 2 Gb storage networks, protecting your future investments. This allows for a seamless transition to higher performance infrastructure without the need for costly upgrades. Improved Performance for Data-Intensive Applications The increased performance of the 8 Gb infrastructure enables faster storage and retrieval of critical information, making it the ideal choice for data-intensive applications. This means improved efficiency and productivity for your business. Optimized for Virtualization The HP 8 Gb FC HBAs are the best choice for virtualization, with the power to drive multiple virtual machines. With the ability to acquire multiple N Port IDs on a single port, there is no need for additional physical ports. This eliminates potential conflicts and improves host utilization and application performance. Support for Green Initiatives HP 8 Gb FC HBAs have unique features that support green server technology. By optimizing server utilization and reducing power consumption, these adapters contribute to a more environmentally friendly datacenter.
