IBM 2076-AHBD – IBM 16Gb FC HBA pair

Detailed Description:

The IBM 2076-AHBD represents a pair of high-performance 16 Gigabit Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapters (HBAs) designed to bolster storage networking in diverse environments. These adapters are integral components for enterprises looking to enhance their data centers with robust storage area networks (SANs). Engineered for high-speed data transfer, they facilitate reliable and swift connectivity to Fibre Channel-enabled storage systems. The 16Gb FC HBAs support the Fibre Channel Protocol (FCP) for SCSI and the Fibre Channel-Security Protocol (FC-SP), providing not only speed but also secured data integrity and authentication. Furthermore, these HBAs are optimized for virtualization, thus ensuring efficient management of virtual machine traffic with lower overheads. Advanced features such as point-to-point, arbitrated loop, and switched fabric topologies are supported, making these HBAs versatile for any Fibre Channel network configuration. Compatibility with IBM storage solutions ensures seamless integration for businesses that rely on IBM for their critical operations. The IBM 2076-AHBD HBA pair is designed for high availability and resilience, featuring redundant paths to SAN fabrics to maintain operational continuity even in the event of a path failure. This makes it an ideal solution for mission-critical applications that demand constant uptime. Installation and management are straightforward, thanks to comprehensive support from IBM, including detailed documentation and compatible software tools that facilitate monitoring, management, and firmware updates. Overall, the IBM 2076-AHBD HBAs deliver high performance, reliability, and security, making them a valuable addition to any enterprise storage network looking to enhance its data throughput, scalability, and operational efficiency.