The Sun StorageTek™ Dual-channel 4Gb/s Fibre Channel ExpressModule™ Host Bus Adapter (HBA) is ideal for Sun Blade 8000 and 6000 customers who require an enterprise-level 4Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity solution. This ExpressModule (EM) HBA provides the flexible functionality and high performance required for today's SAN implementations.

This innovative form factor provides a method of deploying remote I/O that allows tool-less installation/removal of the Fibre Channel EM and packs more performance and functionality in a smaller space while delivering higher I/O throughput. This solution provides efficient use of datacenter real estate.

Key features

• Exceptional performance and full-duplex data throughput
• Comprehensive virtualization capabilities with support for N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) and Virtual Fabric
• Simplified installation and configuration using common HBA drivers and AutoPilot Installer®
• Efficient administration via HBAnyware for HBAs anywhere in the SAN
• Common driver model eases management and enables upgrades independent of HBA firmware

Key benefits

• Superior quality and reliability ensure data availability
• Highly efficient installation accelerates deployment and reduces administration costs
• Remote I/O provides installation and removal with no disruption to on-going blade server activity
• Maximum SAN performance and scalability increase user satisfaction in large enterprise installations
• Robust interoperability simplifies deployment and upgrades of SAN hardware and software
• LightPulse Virtual HBA technology provides efficient host utilization and compliance with SAN management best practices