LENOVO 81Y1650 – Brocade 2 port 10GbE Converged Network Adapter for for IBM BladeCenter

Detailed Description:

The LENOVO 81Y1650 is a Brocade 2 port 10GbE Converged Network Adapter specifically designed for integration with IBM BladeCenter systems. This high-performance network adapter merges the functionality of a standard Ethernet network interface card (NIC) with that of a Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) and Converged Enhanced Ethernet (CEE) adapter, offering a comprehensive solution for data center networking needs. By combining the capabilities of Ethernet and Fibre Channel technologies, this adapter enables the consolidation of data and storage networks, leading to significant cost savings and simplified network management. The adapter supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) speeds, providing ample bandwidth for both data traffic and storage communications. This allows organizations to achieve enhanced data transfer rates, reduced latency, and improved network efficiency. Moreover, the integration with IBM BladeCenter systems ensures seamless compatibility and enhances the overall performance of the data center infrastructure. The LENOVO 81Y1650 adapter comes equipped with two 10GbE ports, offering redundancy and increased connectivity options for demanding applications. It supports advanced networking features such as VLAN tagging, Quality of Service (QoS), and jumbo frames, which contribute to optimized network traffic management and enhanced data throughput. With its focus on convergence, this adapter is an ideal choice for organizations looking to streamline their data center operations by merging LAN and SAN traffic onto a single, unified network fabric. Overall, the LENOVO 81Y1650 Brocade 2 port 10GbE Converged Network Adapter is a crucial component for enterprises aiming to modernize their BladeCenter deployments with high-speed, efficient, and converged networking capabilities.