Fibre Channel HBAs
Emulex creates enterprise-class products that intelligently connect storage, servers and networks. Each and every Emulex® LightPulse® Host Bus Adapter (HBA) leverages seven generations of advanced, field-proven technologies to deliver a distinctive set of benefits that are relied upon by the world's largest enterprises. From the unique firmware upgradeable architecture, to the common driver model, Emulex HBAs are simply "Generations Ahead" of competing solutions.
Enterprise Scalability
- Emulex HBAs are perfect for large-scale Fibre Channel deployments thanks to the common driver architecture and unique features such as "software first" and replicated installation, global parameter setting, and batch mode operations for firmware and driver updates
- Emulex's scalable multi-channel throughput allows users to scale up for performance-intensive applications > Learn More
Superior Quality and Reliability
- Emulex HBAs deliver industry-leading reliability levels by utilizing a field-proven, single-chip design that minimizes components
- Emulex HBAs use a combination of parity, CRC, ECC, and other advanced error checking methods to verify the integrity of data blocks, which are passed from the host interface through the HBA
- A robust portfolio of advanced diagnostics, help customers and partners quickly assess and resolve problems in the field
Enabling the Virtualized Data Center
- Emulex is first to market with support for industry-standard N-Port ID Virtualization (NPIV), which provides virtual machines with independent access to the SAN through shared HBA resources. The LightPulse Virtual HBA technology enables customers to leverage critical SAN management tools and best practices within virtualized server environments
- Emulex is extending support for industry-standard Virtual Fabric within the LightPulse Virtual HBA technology, to enable simultaneous native access to multiple virtual fabrics > Learn More
Maximum SAN Performance
- Emulex HBAs deliver maximum performance levels in business-critical application environments, with superior full-duplex data throughput and leading performance
- Emulex's exclusive Frame-level Multiplexing ensures consistently superior performance in mixed load environments such as simultaneous disk and tape back-up applications
The Broadest Enterprise Deployment
- More than 90 of the Fortune 100 companies rely on Emulex HBAs for mission critical SAN connectivity
- Long-standing partnerships with leading storage vendors ensure unparalleled compatibility and interoperability
