The QLogic 8Gb Fibre Channel Expansion Card (CIOv) for IBM BladeCenter The QLogic 8Gb Fibre Channel Expansion Card (CIOv) for IBM BladeCenter is a high-speed adapter that enables IBM blade servers to connect to a Fibre Channel storage area network (SAN). With double the throughput speeds of previous-generation 4 Gb adapters, this card allows for increased data management and potentially reduced hardware expenses. Improved Performance and Cost Savings Compared to 4 Gb adapters, the QLogic 8Gb Fibre Channel Expansion Card (CIOv) offers significant performance improvements. In bandwidth-constrained environments, such as Microsoft Exchange, this card allows for 68% less adapter and switch hardware to support the same number of users. This can result in cost savings for your organization. Efficient Data Management With the QLogic 8Gb Fibre Channel Expansion Card (CIOv), you can efficiently manage large amounts of data. This is especially beneficial for organizations with high data demands, such as those in the healthcare or financial industries. The increased throughput speeds allow for faster data transfer and improved overall performance.
