Celerity FC-42ES Adapter

The Celerity FC-42ES is a dual-channel host adapter providing port density for Enterprise server and workstation applications. With 4-Gb FC speeds of up to 800 MB/sec. per channel, the FC-42ES supports the most demanding application requirements.

Additionally the FC-42ES takes advantage of the latest in host interconnect technology, PCI Express, a serial, high-speed connection that supports aggregate throughput up to 4 GB/sec. (x8 PCIe) full-duplex. The FC-42ES is software compatible with existing PCI and PCI-X products using the same device drivers as other Celerity FC family products, simplifying user installation and support. It is backward compatible with existing 2-Gb and 1-Gb Fibre Channel infrastructure, protecting existing technology.

Hardware specifications

2 independent Fibre Channel ports

4-Gigabit data transfer rates per channel

800 MB/sec. maximum full-duplex throughput per channel

Supports all FC topologies: direct fabric, arbitrated loop and point-to-point

ANSI Fibre Channel: FC-PH, FC-AL, FC-AL2, FC-FCP, FC-PLDA, FC-FLA

Flash ROM for easy field upgrades

FC Class 3 support

Local management and diagnostics

Buffer credits: 8 @ 512 Bytes; 8 @ 2 Kilobytes

Advanced FC capabilities

Supports SNIA HBA API

On-demand automatic negotiation among 4-Gb, 2-Gb and 1-Gb Fibre Channel

Supports target and initiator modes

Supports Windows FDMI and WMI

Supports exclusive ATTO Advanced Data Streaming (ADS) Technology

Host bus specifications

x4 mechanical and x4 electrical PCI Express interconnect (RoHS compliant)

Conforms to PCI Express Base Spec 1.0a

Conforms to PCI Express CEM Spec 1.0a

PCI Express to PCI/PCI-X Bridge spec 1.0

Environmental & physical specifications

Operating temperature: 0-45ºC (32º-113ºF)

Storage temperature: -40º to 70ºC (-40º to 158ºF)

Relative humidity: 5 to 95% non-condensing

100 lf/m (minimum) airflow recommended

Conforms to PCI half height, half length form- factor specifications

12V@ 04A (max.); 3.3V @ 1.5A (max.)

Length: 5.6 inches

Height: 2.712 inches

RoHS compliant

External connectivity

Easy-to-install full height connection plate

External LEDs for on-line and speed status for each channel

2 pluggable optical LC SFP transceivers included

Software specifications

Windows XP, 2000, Server 2003 and Vista

Mac OS X (10.4.x or later)

Red Hat Linux (2.4 and 2.6 kernel)

SUSE Linux (2.6 kernel)

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ATTO Technology is a leader in the world of storage connectivity and network solutions, and its products are specifically designed to enhance the performance of data-intensive workloads. Among their lineup, the ATTO FC-41ES, FC-41EL, and FC-21PS stand out as powerful Fibre Channel host bus adapters (HBAs), tailored for environments that require reliable, high-speed data transfer.

The ATTO FC-41ES is known for its ability to maximize the performance of high-bandwidth applications, such as video editing, virtualization, and large-scale data storage. It features dual-port 16Gb/s Fibre Channel connections, which ensure that it can handle intensive data transactions efficiently. The FC-41ES is designed with low-latency architecture to provide a significant boost to I/O operations, making it ideal for time-sensitive applications.

On the other hand, the FC-41EL is designed for enterprise use, emphasizing energy efficiency without compromising on performance. This model also offers dual-port 16Gb/s connectivity, allowing for seamless integration into existing storage networks while providing an eco-friendly solution. The FC-41EL’s lower power consumption translates into reduced operating costs for data centers, which is a critical factor for organizations seeking to maximize their return on investment.

The FC-21PS, a SCSI-based host bus adapter, is tailored for applications that may not require the speed of 16Gb/s but still require robust performance and reliability. With its advanced technology, the FC-21PS delivers 8Gb/s speeds while maintaining compatibility with older SCSI systems. This makes it an excellent choice for organizations that are gradually upgrading their infrastructure while still needing to support legacy storage solutions.

All three adapters feature ATTO’s proprietary Advanced Data Streaming (ADS) technology, which optimizes data flow to ensure consistent performance even in highly loaded environments. This technology minimizes latency and maximizes throughput, making it invaluable for applications where every millisecond counts.

The FC-41ES, FC-41EL, and FC-21PS all come with an intuitive management software that simplifies monitoring, configuration, and troubleshooting. This ensures that IT administrators can maintain high availability and performance of their storage networks with minimal effort.

In summary, ATTO Technology’s FC-41ES, FC-41EL, and FC-21PS host bus adapters bring advanced Fibre Channel technology to the table, each tailored to meet specific performance and efficiency demands. Whether it’s high-speed video production, cost-effective enterprise storage solutions, or legacy SCSI system integration, ATTO’s HBAs are designed to deliver superior performance and reliability for all data-intensive applications.