Qlogic QLE2460-CK 4Gb Single Port FC HBA, x4 PCIe, SR LC Multi-mode Optic

The Qlogic QLE2460-CK is a high-performance 4Gb single-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed for enterprise storage networks. It features a PCI Express x4 interface and a short-range LC multi-mode optic, delivering reliable connectivity for SAN environments.

Advantages

This HBA offers high-speed data transfer at 4 Gbps per port, low CPU utilization, and support for advanced virtualization features like NPIV. It is compatible with a wide range of operating systems and includes QConvergeConsole for easy management.

Suitable for

• Enterprise data centers requiring high-performance storage connectivity
• Virtualized environments with VMware, Hyper-V, or other hypervisors
• Boot from SAN configurations for diskless servers

Key specifications

• Host Bus Interface: PCI Express x4
• Fibre Channel Speed: 4 Gbps
• Number of Ports: 1
• Connector Type: LC
• Optic Type: Short Range (SR)
• Fiber Compatibility: Multi-mode
• Data Transfer Rate: 400 MB/s per port
• Form Factor: Standard Profile (low-profile bracket optional)
• Supported Protocols: FC-AL, FC-SW, FCP-2
• Boot from SAN: Yes
• Operating System Support: Windows, Linux, VMware ESX/ESXi, Solaris, HP-UX, AIX
• Virtualization Support: Yes (NPIV)
• Controller Chipset: QLogic 2400 Series
• RoHS Compliance: Yes
• Management Tools: QConvergeConsole
• Max Cable Distance (OM3): Up to 300m at 4Gbps
• Max Cable Distance (OM2): Up to 150m at 4Gbps

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use with multi-mode fiber optic cables (OM2 or OM3) and ensure your PCIe slot supports x4 or higher. This adapter is ideal for connecting servers to Fibre Channel SANs.