Lenovo 4XC7A08276 network card Internal Fiber 32000 Mbit/s

The Lenovo 4XC7A08276 is an internal Fibre Channel network card (Host Bus Adapter) designed for Lenovo ThinkSystem servers. As a Gen 6 / 32 Gb Fibre Channel adapter, it provides native FC connectivity over PCI Express with hardware offloads that minimize CPU usage. With per-port performance suitable for large numbers of I/O operations, the adapter supports high-performance storage environments including all‑flash arrays.

Advantages

This internal fiber network card delivers industry-grade Fibre Channel performance with low CPU overhead thanks to full hardware offload. It connects via PCI Express for reliable server integration and supports up to 32 Gbit/s transfer rates, making it suitable for demanding storage traffic and latency-sensitive applications. The adapter is compatible with Lenovo server platforms and is intended for use in enterprise storage networks.

Suitable for

• Connecting Lenovo ThinkSystem servers to Fibre Channel SANs
• All‑flash array storage environments and other high‑performance SANs
• Database and virtualization workloads requiring high IOPS
• Server installations using PCI Express slots for host connectivity

Key specifications

• Brand: Lenovo
• Model / MPN: 4XC7A08276
• Interface: Fiber (Fibre Channel)
• Host interface: PCI Express
• Maximum data transfer rate: 32000 Mbit/s (32 Gbit/s)
• Category: Network Card / Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
• EAN: 0889488511594

How to use

Install the Lenovo 4XC7A08276 in an appropriate PCI Express slot on a compatible Lenovo ThinkSystem server following the server vendor’s hardware installation instructions. Connect the adapter to the Fibre Channel SAN using suitable optical transceivers and fiber cabling. Ensure that firmware and drivers provided by Lenovo or the adapter manufacturer are installed on the host operating system. Configure zoning and storage targets on the SAN side as required, then verify connectivity and performance through operating system tools and storage management software.

Recommendations

Use certified fiber transceivers and SAN switches that support 32 Gb Fibre Channel, and keep firmware and drivers up to date to ensure optimal performance and compatibility with Lenovo ThinkSystem servers and storage arrays.