Overview
The HPE StoreFabric 81Q 8Gb Single Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is a reliable enterprise storage networking solution designed to provide secure and efficient connectivity between HPE ProLiant servers and Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs). Featuring a single 8Gb Fibre Channel port, this adapter delivers dependable storage performance, low latency, and consistent data transfer for virtualization, enterprise databases, backup systems, and other business-critical workloads.
Built on a PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface, the HPE StoreFabric 81Q significantly improves storage communication compared to previous-generation Fibre Channel adapters. Its single-port architecture offers a cost-effective solution for organizations that require dedicated SAN connectivity while maintaining excellent performance and simplified infrastructure management.
The adapter is fully backward compatible with existing 4Gb and 2Gb Fibre Channel storage networks, allowing businesses to upgrade server connectivity without replacing their current SAN infrastructure. Enterprise-class Fibre Channel capabilities help improve storage efficiency, maintain reliable communication between servers and storage arrays, and support long-term infrastructure scalability.
Whether deployed in enterprise data centers, virtualization environments, cloud infrastructure, disaster recovery platforms, or backup servers, the HPE StoreFabric 81Q provides stable Fibre Channel connectivity and dependable storage performance for demanding enterprise applications.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Product Type |
Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
| Model |
StoreFabric 81Q |
| Option Part Number |
AJ763A |
| Brand |
HPE |
| Port Configuration |
Single Port |
| Data Transfer Rate |
8Gb Fibre Channel |
| Bus Interface |
PCI Express 2.0 x8 |
| Connector Type |
LC Multi-mode |
| Supported Speeds |
8Gb, 4Gb, 2Gb Fibre Channel |
| Compatibility |
Supported HPE ProLiant G7, Gen8 and Gen9 Servers |
| Supported Operating Systems |
Microsoft Windows Server, VMware ESXi, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, Oracle Solaris |
| Form Factor |
Low Profile PCI Express Adapter |
| Included Accessories |
Low-Profile Bracket, Documentation |
Applications
- Enterprise Storage Area Networks (SAN)
- Virtualized Server Infrastructure
- Enterprise Database Servers
- Private Cloud Infrastructure
- Backup and Disaster Recovery
- Business-Critical Applications
- Storage Consolidation Projects
- Cloud Computing Platforms
- Enterprise Data Centers
- Dedicated Fibre Channel Connectivity
Benefits of Choosing This Product
The HPE StoreFabric 81Q offers dependable Fibre Channel connectivity with enterprise-class reliability and stable performance. Its single-port architecture provides an efficient and cost-effective solution for organizations requiring dedicated SAN access while minimizing infrastructure complexity. Backward compatibility with existing Fibre Channel networks helps protect previous investments, making server upgrades simple and economical.
Why Buy from Datacom Technologies (BD)?
Datacom Technologies (BD) supplies genuine HPE enterprise networking, server, storage, and data center products across Bangladesh. We provide authentic HPE solutions, professional technical consultation, responsive customer support, and dependable after-sales service to help organizations deploy secure, scalable, and future-ready IT infrastructure.
Datacom Technologies (BD)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What Fibre Channel speeds are supported by the HPE StoreFabric 81Q?
The adapter supports 8Gb Fibre Channel and is backward compatible with 4Gb and 2Gb Fibre Channel storage networks.
Q2: Is the HPE StoreFabric 81Q a single-port adapter?
Yes. It features one 8Gb Fibre Channel port designed for dedicated enterprise SAN connectivity.
Q3: Which HPE servers are compatible with this adapter?
The adapter supports compatible HPE ProLiant G7, Gen8, and Gen9 servers equipped with a PCI Express x8 slot.
Q4: Is this adapter suitable for virtualization?
Yes. It is designed for virtualization platforms, enterprise databases, backup systems, cloud infrastructure, and storage-intensive business applications.
Q5: Can this adapter be used with older Fibre Channel SAN infrastructure?
Yes. It supports seamless operation with existing 4Gb and 2Gb Fibre Channel environments, allowing organizations to upgrade servers without replacing existing storage networks.
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