Product Type | Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
Form Factor | Low-profile PCI Express card |
Part Number | 81Y1655 |
Brand | Lenovo |
Model | Emulex 16GB FC Single-Port HBA |
Chipset | Emulex LPe16000 |
Bus Type | PCI Express 3.0 x8 |
Power Consumption | 7.2 Watts (Typical) |
Target Platform | IBM System x |
UPC | 883436237536 |
Lenovo Emulex 16GB FC Single-Port HBA System 81Y1655





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- Optimized for IBM System x platforms, ensuring compatibility and performance integration.
- TAA compliance makes it suitable for use in federal and government environments.
- High-performance 16GB Fibre Channel connectivity enhances SAN throughput and reduces latency.
Product Overview
The Lenovo Emulex 16GB Fibre Channel (FC) Single-Port HBA, model 81Y1655, is built for enterprise data centers needing high-speed, reliable fiber connectivity. This 16 Gigabit HBA supports rapid data access and efficient SAN performance. Manufactured in Mexico and TAA-compliant, it suits government IT procurement strategies. Designed for IBM System x platforms, it enhances integration and performance in cloud, finance, and virtualization-heavy environments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Advanced Security Features
Firmware Security | Secure boot and firmware integrity checks |
Port Isolation Support | Yes |
SAN Boot Support | Yes (Fibre Channel SAN boot) |
Support for NPIV (N-Port ID Virtualization) | Yes |
Support for Virtual Fabric | Yes |
Physical & Environmental
Card Dimensions | 16.76 cm x 6.89 cm (6.6 in x 2.71 in) |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F) |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
Humidity (Operating) | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
Humidity (Non-operating) | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Interfaces
Interface Type | Fibre Channel |
Port Count | 1 |
Port Type | SFP+ (Small Form-factor Pluggable) |
Data Transfer Rate | 16 Gbps per port |
Backward Compatibility | 8 Gbps and 4 Gbps Fibre Channel |
Connector Type | LC via SFP+ |
PCIe Lane Configuration | x8 |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Tools | Emulex OneCommand Manager |
Driver Support | Windows, Linux, VMware ESXi |
Cloud Integration | Compatible with virtualized and cloud environments |
Included Licensing | No special licensing required |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | FCC, UL, CE, VCCI, BSMI |
Manufacturing Standards | ISO 9001 |