QLOGIC QLE2692-CK 16Gb Dual Port Fibre Channel HBA, PCIe Gen3 x8, SR LC Multi-mode Optic

The QLOGIC QLE2692-CK is a high-performance 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter designed for enterprise storage environments. With dual-port connectivity and PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface, it delivers exceptional throughput and reliability for demanding data center applications.

Advantages

This HBA offers up to 3200 MBps full-duplex data transfer per port, ensuring low latency and high bandwidth for virtualized and mission-critical workloads. It supports advanced features like N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) and StorFusion technology for enhanced scalability and fabric integration.

Suitable for

• Enterprise servers requiring high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity
• Virtualized environments (VMware, Hyper-V) needing NPIV support
• Storage area networks (SAN) with 16/8/4 Gbps infrastructure
• Data-intensive applications such as databases, backup, and analytics

Key specifications

• Fibre Channel Speed: 16Gbps (auto-negotiating to 8/4 Gbps)
• Ports: 2 (Dual-Port)
• Host Interface: PCI Express 3.0 x8
• Connector Type: LC SFP+ (SR multi-mode optic)
• Form Factor: Low-profile PCIe Card
• Controller Chip: QLogic 2692
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 3200 MBps per port (full duplex)
• Power Consumption: 10.5 W (Maximum)
• Compliance: RoHS, WEEE, FCC Class A, CE, VCCI Class A

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use with OM3/OM4 multi-mode fiber cables and compatible 16Gb Fibre Channel switches. This adapter is ideal for building high-speed, reliable SAN infrastructure.