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Lenovo Emulex 16Gb FC 2-Port Mezzanine Adapter

VENDOR: LENOVO Mfg Part#: 7ZT7A00521 UPC#: 889488433742
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  • Dual 16Gb Fibre Channel ports for high-speed SAN access
  • PCI Express 3.0 x4 interface for optimized throughput
  • Supports 16 Gbps data transfer rate
  • TAA compliant, manufactured in Mexico
  • Compact mezzanine form factor: 3.9" x 3.1"
  • Wired connection with native Fibre Channel protocol

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Key Benefits

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  • Enables ultra-fast 16Gb Fibre Channel access for Lenovo Flex System compute nodes through proven Emulex architecture
  • Dual-port configuration boosts resiliency and performance in mission-critical environments
  • TAA compliance and standardized manufacturing streamline procurement for government and enterprise clients

Product Overview

The Lenovo Emulex 16Gb Fibre Channel 2-Port Mezzanine Adapter is designed to deliver high-performance storage connectivity for Lenovo Flex System compute nodes. Leveraging the industry-proven Emulex Fibre Channel architecture, this adapter supports a blazing 16 Gbps data transfer rate and provides seamless integration with 16 Gb Flex System Fibre Channel switches. Its dual-port configuration enhances link resiliency and performance for mission-critical SAN deployments.

Built with a PCI Express 3.0 x4 interface and wired connectivity, this adapter ensures low-latency, high-throughput communication between servers and external storage. TAA compliance and manufacturing in Mexico make it suitable for government and enterprise procurement. The compact footprint (3.9 inches wide and 3.1 inches deep) makes it ideal for space-constrained blade environments. Reliable data transport is supported through native 16Gb Fibre Channel protocol, making it a smart choice for high-availability infrastructures.

Overall, this adapter meets the demands of modern data centers by enabling consistent and scalable SAN access. Its robust specifications position it as a key component in latency-sensitive applications like virtualization, cloud storage, and transactional databases, helping organizations improve performance, reduce downtime, and meet compliance needs.

Specifications

Product Overview
Product Type Network Adapter
Form Factor Mezzanine card (for blade servers)
Connectivity Technology Wired
Data Transfer Rate 16 Gbps
Transport Protocol Gigabit Ethernet
Data Link Protocol 16Gb Fibre Channel
Power Requirements 3.3V, 1.5A (typical)

Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Support

Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliant Yes
Country of Origin Mexico
Certifications RoHS, CE, FCC Class A, UL
EMI Compliance FCC, VCCI, EN55022 Class A
Environmental Standards RoHS 6/6 compliant

Advanced Security Features
Secure Firmware Updates Yes
SAN Boot Support Yes
Diagnostic Utilities Emulex HBA diagnostic tools

Interfaces
Interface Type PCI Express 3.0 x4
Number of Ports 2
Port Configuration Dual-port
Fibre Channel Standard FC-PI-5
Connector Type SFP+ (LC-compatible)
Supported Protocols FCP, FC-Tape, NPIV
Buffer Credit Support Yes
Throughput per Port 16 Gbps full duplex
Auto Negotiation Yes

Physical & Environmental
Width 3.9 Inch
Depth 3.1 Inch
Height 0.6 Inch
Operating Temperature Range 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F)
Storage Temperature Range -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Operating Humidity 5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Storage Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Cooling Passive (requires server airflow)

Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface Emulex OneCommand Manager
Operating System Support Windows Server, Red Hat, VMware ESXi, SUSE Linux
Firmware Upgradeable Yes
Included Management Software Lenovo XClarity Administrator compatible