HBA Features and Specifications

The Sun StorageTek 8 Gb FC PCI-Express HBA, Emulex (single port: SG-XPCIE1FC-

EM8-Z, dual port: SG-XPCIE2FC-EM8-Z) consists of a single-wide, FC bus expansion board. The board interfaces a four- or eight-lane PCI-Express bus, with the four or eight lanes supporting one or two Fibre Channel (FC) optical media ports. Each independent FC port operates at 8 Gbit/sec and features 8/4/2 autonegotiation.

See TABLE 1-1for a list of the HBA features.

TABLE 1-1HBA Features and Specifications

Feature

Description

 

 

PCIconnector

x8

PCI signaling environment

PCI Express x8 (8 active lanes)

PCI lane usage

x8 lanes

PCItransfer rate

PCI Express Generation One (GT/s) x8

(maximum)

PCI Express Generation Two (5.0 GT/s) x8

Number of FC ports

One (single port) or Two (dual port)

Number of devices

126 devices per FC loop; 510 devices in Fabric mode

supported

 

FC bus type (external)

Fiber-optic media, short-wave, multi-mode fiber (400-M5- SN-S)

FC transfer rate

400 MBps per port maximum, half-duplex

 

800 MBps per port maximum, full-duplex

FC topologies

Switched fabric (N-Port), arbitrated loop (NL-Port), and point-to-point (N-Port)

RAM

1.5 MB, parity protected, per port

BIOS ROM (FC)

One 4-MB (dual-port) or 2-MB (single-port) flash ROM

NVRAM

One 2-KB EEPROM per port

External connectors

One Small-Form Factor Pluggable (SFP) multimode optic with LC-style

 

connectors per port

 

 

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SG-XPCIE1FC-EM8-Z, SG-XPCIE2FC-EM8-Z specifications

Sun Microsystems, renowned for its innovative computing solutions, has developed cutting-edge products such as the SG-XPCIE1FC-EM8-Z and SG-XPCIE2FC-EM8-Z. These dual-port Fibre Channel host bus adapters exemplify Sun's commitment to delivering high-performance connectivity for data storage and enterprise applications.

Both the SG-XPCIE1FC-EM8-Z and SG-XPCIE2FC-EM8-Z are designed for seamless integration with Sun's server architectures, specifically those that utilize the PCI Express (PCIe) interface. This integration allows for enhanced bandwidth and lower latency, crucial for businesses that rely on swift data processing and transfer capabilities.

One of the standout features of these Fibre Channel adapters is their dual-port design, which enables multiple connections to Fibre Channel storage networks. This capability supports extensive scalability, giving it the flexibility to accommodate growing data needs and storage infrastructure. With support for high transfer rates of up to 8 Gbps per port, these adapters ensure that data-intensive applications run smoothly and efficiently.

Additionally, the SG-XPCIE1FC-EM8-Z and SG-XPCIE2FC-EM8-Z utilize advanced technologies like virtual SANs (VSANs) and N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV). VSANs enhance traffic management, enabling the segmentation of networks to improve performance and security. NPIV technology allows multiple virtual ports to share the same physical port, optimizing resource utilization and reducing costs in virtualized environments.

In terms of compatibility, these Fibre Channel adapters are engineered to work seamlessly with a variety of Sun servers and operating systems, ensuring broad applicability across different computing environments. They include plug-and-play functionality, reducing installation complexity and time.

Performance monitoring features are also integrated into both models, providing administrators with insights into network activity. This capability promotes proactive maintenance and troubleshooting, contributing to improved uptime and reliability.

In conclusion, the Sun Microsystems SG-XPCIE1FC-EM8-Z and SG-XPCIE2FC-EM8-Z Fibre Channel host bus adapters offer significant advantages, including high-speed connectivity, dual-port support, and advanced virtualization technologies. With their robust characteristics, these products represent an ideal solution for enterprises seeking to enhance their storage performance and network efficiency.