HP 697890-001-LOW – HP 82E 8Gb 2-Port FC HBA (LP)

Detailed Description:

The HP 82E 8Gb 2-Port FC HBA (LP), part number 697890-001-LOW, stands as the low-profile variant of its high-profile counterpart, designed specifically for servers and systems with limited expansion space. This version comes equipped with a low-profile bracket, ensuring compatibility with slim servers and compact data center configurations. Despite its smaller form factor, this HBA delivers the same high-speed, dual-port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity, enabling robust links to storage area networks (SANs). Ideal for deployments in virtualized environments, databases, and applications requiring high bandwidth and low latency, the low-profile version of the HP 82E provides a solution that does not sacrifice performance for size. It allows organizations with space-constrained servers to enhance their network storage capabilities, ensuring fast, reliable access to storage resources. This model’s compatibility with an array of HP server products and its support for leading operating systems make it a versatile choice for expanding the storage connectivity of various IT infrastructures.