Q-Logic QLA22XX manual Table B-1. QLA22xx Board Operating Environment

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Appendix B

Specifications

Table B-1. QLA22xx Board Operating Environment

Environment

Minimum

Maximum

 

 

 

Operating temperature

0° C/32° F

55° C/131° F

Storage temperature

-20°C/-4°F

70° C/158° F

Relative humidity (noncondensing)

10%

90%

Storage humidity (noncondensing)

5%

95%

 

 

 

 

Table B-2. QLA22xx Board Specifications

 

 

 

Type

 

Specification

 

 

Host bus

Conforms to PCI Local Bus Specification, revision 2.2

PCI signaling

3.3 V and 5.0 V busses supported

environment

 

 

PCI transfer

132 Mbytes/sec maximum burst rate for 32-bit PCI operation at 33 MHz

rate

264 Mbytes/sec maximum burst rate for 32-bit PCI operation at 66 MHz

 

264 Mbytes/sec maximum burst rate for 64-bit PCI operation at 33 MHz

 

528 Mbytes/sec maximum burst rate for 64-bit PCI operation at 66 MHz

Fibre Channel

Bus type:

copper media, twisted pair (QLA2200/2200L)

specifications

 

fibre optic media (QLA2200F/2202F/2204F/2212F)

 

 

GBIC (QLA2200G)

 

Bus transfer rate: 100 Mbytes/sec maximum at half duplex

 

 

200 Mbytes/sec maximum at full duplex

 

Interface chip:

ISP2200 or ISP2200A

Central

Single-chip design that includes a RISC processor, Fibre Channel

processing

protocol manager, PCI DMA controller, and 1-gigabit transceivers

unit (CPU)

 

 

Host data

64-bit, 33-MHz bus master DMA data transfers to 264 Mbytes/sec

transfer

64-bit, 66-MHz bus master DMA data transfers to 528 Mbytes/sec

RAM

128K bytes of SRAM

BIOS ROM

128K bytes of flash ROM in two 64K-byte, software selectable banks. The

 

flash is field programmable.

NVRAM

256 bytes, field programmable

Onboard DMA

Three independent DMA channels: two data and one command.

 

Integrated 4K-byte frame buffer FIFO for each data channel.

 

 

 

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Contents Hardware Installation Guide for QLA22xx Board Family QLogic Corporation Table of Contents Figures General Description IntroductionFeatures What is Fibre Channel?What You Need for Installation Preinstallation ProceduresQLA2200 Board Layout QLA2202F Board Layout QLA2204F Board Layout QLA2200G Board Layout Installation in the Computer Power DistributionFC0151103-00 E Installation Help Hardware Problem Checklist Problems After InstallationSystem Configuration Problem Checklist Fibre Channel Problem Checklist Introduction Configuration SettingsSelectable Boot Settings Host Adapter SettingsTable A-1. Host Adapter Settings Advanced Adapter Settings Restore Default SettingsTable A-2. Advanced Adapter Settings Raw Nvram DataConfiguration Settings Fast!UTIL Table A-3. Extended Firmware Settings Extended Firmware SettingsTable A-5. Connection Options Table A-4. RIO Operation ModesFibre Disk Utility Scan Fibre Channel DevicesSelect Host Adapter Select Host Adapter Fast!UTIL FC0151103-00 E Table B-1. QLA22xx Board Operating Environment Table B-2. QLA22xx Board SpecificationsOptic support available using an external MIA

QLA22XX specifications

The Q-Logic QLA22XX series encompasses a range of high-performance Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapters (HBAs) designed to enhance data storage and network connectivity within enterprise environments. Specifically, these adapters are tailored for environments requiring robust storage solutions, ensuring that organizations can effectively manage their data traffic and optimize their storage strategies.

At the heart of the QLA22XX is its adherence to the Fibre Channel standard, which allows for high-speed connections between servers and storage devices. These adapters support speeds of up to 16 Gbps, which provides the bandwidth necessary for handling multiple workloads simultaneously. This capability is crucial for businesses that rely on rapid access to large volumes of data, thereby facilitating quicker decision-making processes and enhancing productivity.

The QLA22XX series features advanced technologies such as enhanced error correction and adaptive routing. These technologies ensure data integrity and reliability during transfer, reducing the likelihood of data corruption. Additionally, the adaptiveness of the routing capabilities allows the HBA to optimize performance by dynamically adjusting to various network conditions and topologies.

Another key characteristic of the QLA22XX is its compatibility with a multitude of operating systems, including major platforms like Windows, Linux, and VMware. This broad compatibility simplifies deployment across diverse IT ecosystems, making it easier for organizations to integrate these HBAs without extensive modifications to their existing infrastructure.

Moreover, the QLA22XX series supports the latest management and monitoring tools, enabling administrators to have complete visibility into performance metrics and potential issues. This includes support for the SNMP protocol, which facilitates proactive monitoring and management of the networked storage systems.

Energy efficiency is also a consideration in the design of the QLA22XX series. These adapters are engineered to minimize power consumption, which not only aids in reducing operational costs but also contributes to the organization's sustainability goals.

In summary, the Q-Logic QLA22XX series is a reliable and high-performance Fibre Channel HBA solution. With its high-speed connectivity, advanced technologies for data integrity, broad compatibility, and proactive management features, it stands out as a robust option for enterprises looking to enhance their data storage and network connectivity capabilities.