| Manufacturer | HP |
| Product Name | HPE XP8 32Gb 4-Port Mainframe SW FICON 2-Pack HBA |
| Manufacturer Part Number | R0L22A |
| Product Type | Storage controller (RAID) |
| Form Factor | Plug-in card |
| Packaged Quantity | 2 (specifications are for single item) |
| Interface Bus Type | 32Gb Fibre Channel |
| Supported RAID Levels | RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6 |
| Intended Application | Mainframe storage connectivity |
| Hot-Plug Support | Yes |
HPE XP8 32Gb 4-Port Mainframe SW FICON 2-Pack HBA
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- 32Gb Fibre Channel host interface delivers high-speed data performance
- Supports RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 6 for data redundancy
- Includes 4 x 32Gb FICON (short-wave) internal interfaces per adapter
- Compatible with disk array (RAID) storage environments
- TAA compliant and manufactured in Japan for secure deployments
- Packaged as a 2-pack for redundancy and scalability
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- Optimized for mainframe environments with robust FICON connectivity and RAID support
- Delivers enterprise-grade performance and reliability for critical data workloads
- TAA compliance and Japanese origin enable use in government and enterprise contracts
Product Overview
The HPE XP8 32Gb 4-Port Mainframe Short Wave FICON 2-Pack HBA is a high-performance storage controller using 32Gb Fibre Channel for fast and reliable data transfer. It supports RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 6, delivering enhanced data protection for enterprise mainframe environments. With 4 internal short-wave FICON ports per adapter and a total of two adapters, the solution offers scalable, redundant connectivity for disk arrays. Its TAA compliance and Japanese origin make it suitable for regulated and high-assurance procurement settings.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
| Device Mounting | Internal |
| Weight | Approx. 1.3 lb (single adapter) |
| Dimensions | Standard PCIe HBA form factor (exact dimensions not publicly available) |
| Cooling | Passive |
| Operating Temperature | 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Power Consumption | Approx. 15W per adapter |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Management Software Compatibility | HPE XP8 Storage OS |
| Remote Management Capabilities | Supported via HPE XP8 Command View |
| Cloud Monitoring Integration | Supported via HPE InfoSight (with applicable systems) |
| Licensing Requirement | May require HPE XP8 storage licensing options |
Interfaces
| Total Ports Per Adapter | 4 |
| Port Type | Fibre Channel (FICON), short-wave |
| Port Speed | 32Gbps |
| Interface Standard | FICON (Fibre Connection) |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 32 Gbps per port |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
| Certifications | CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, UL |
Advanced Security Features
| RAID Data Protection | Supported (RAID 1, 5, 6) |
| Tamper Evidence | Physical seals used on controller housing |
| Secure Boot Support | Supported in XP8 architecture |
| Data-at-Rest Encryption Support | Yes, with associated XP8 storage system configuration |
