IBM FC HBA in Bangladesh — High-Speed Fibre Channel Connectivity for Enterprise Servers

IBM FC HBA (Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter) cards are enterprise storage networking adapters that connect IBM servers to Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SAN). These adapters enable high-speed, low-latency communication between servers and storage arrays, making them ideal for enterprise data centers, virtualization environments, and high-performance database systems.

IBM Fibre Channel HBAs are designed to support high-speed SAN connectivity ranging from 8Gb to 32Gb Fibre Channel, providing reliable performance and scalability for mission-critical workloads.

At Datacom Technologies BD, we supply 100% genuine IBM Fibre Channel HBA cards that are compatibility-verified for supported IBM server models.

Buy IBM FC HBA Cards in Bangladesh at Best Price

Datacom Technologies BD offers authentic IBM Fibre Channel adapters with:

• Verified compatibility with IBM Power Systems and System x servers

• Competitive pricing in BDT

• Local warranty and after-sales support

• Tested enterprise-grade SAN adapters

• Expert installation and configuration guidance

•  Contact us for current stock and exact pricing.

IBM FC HBA Cards in Bangladesh (BD)

IBM Fibre Channel HBA cards are widely used by:

• Enterprise IT departments

• Data center administrators

• SAN storage infrastructures

• Virtualization and cloud platforms

• Telecom and financial IT systems

• High-performance computing environments

They provide dedicated storage networking with high throughput and reliability.

Popular IBM FC HBA Models, Part Numbers & Server Compatibility at Datacom

IBM QLogic 8Gb FC Dual-Port HBA

• Model: QLogic 8Gb FC HBA

• IBM Part Number: 42D0510 / 42D0516

• Ports: Dual port

• Speed: 8Gb Fibre Channel

• Interface: PCIe x4

• Compatibility:

  • IBM System x3650 / x3550

  • IBM System x3500

  • IBM BladeCenter servers

• Notes: Supports 4Gb and 8Gb FC speeds and SAN connectivity.

IBM QLogic 8Gb FC Single-Port HBA

• Model: QLogic 8Gb FC HBA

• IBM Part Number: 42D0501

• Ports: Single port

• Speed: 8Gb FC

• Interface: PCIe

• Compatibility:

  • IBM System x3650 / x3550

  • IBM System x3400 series

• Notes: Entry-level SAN connectivity adapter.

IBM Emulex LPe12002 8Gb FC HBA

• Model: Emulex LPe12002

• IBM Part Number: 10N9824

• Ports: Dual port

• Speed: 8Gb FC

• Interface: PCIe

• Compatibility:

  • IBM System x3650 M3 / M4

  • IBM System x3550 M3

  • IBM BladeCenter HS22 / HS23

• Notes: High-performance FC adapter for SAN environments.

IBM Emulex 16Gb FC HBA

• Model: Emulex Gen5 FC HBA

• IBM Part Number: 81Y1658

• Ports: Single port

• Speed: 16Gb Fibre Channel

• Interface: PCIe

• Compatibility:

  • IBM System x3650 M4 / M5

  • IBM System x3550 M4 / M5

• Notes: Used in enterprise SAN storage deployments.

IBM QLogic 16Gb FC HBA

• Model: QLogic 16Gb FC Adapter

• IBM Part Numbers: 00Y3337 / 00Y3344

• Ports: Dual port

• Speed: 16Gb FC

• Interface: PCIe 3.0

• Compatibility:

  • IBM System x3650 M5

  • IBM System x3550 M5

  • IBM Flex System servers

• Notes: Firmware updates available for System x platforms.

IBM PCIe3 x8 Dual-Port 16Gb FC Adapter

• Model: IBM 16Gb FC HBA

• Feature Code: 579B

• Ports: Dual port

• Speed: 16Gb Fibre Channel

• Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8

• Compatibility:

  • IBM Power8 / Power9 servers

  • IBM Power Systems storage environments

• Notes: Based on QLogic QLE2692 chipset.

IBM PCIe3 Dual-Port 32Gb FC Adapter

• Model: IBM 32Gb FC HBA

• Feature Code / CCIN: 578F

• Ports: Dual port

• Speed: 32Gb Fibre Channel

• Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8

• Compatibility:

  • IBM Power Systems servers

  • IBM enterprise SAN storage

• Notes: Supports 4Gb, 8Gb, 16Gb, and 32Gb FC speeds.

IBM PCIe2 4-Port 8Gb FC Adapter

• Model: IBM FC 5729

• Ports: 4 ports

• Speed: 8Gb FC

• Interface: PCIe

• Compatibility:

  • IBM Power7 / Power8 servers

  • IBM enterprise SAN fabrics

• Notes: Uses Emulex LPe12004 chipset.

IBM 32Gb Quad-Port FC HBA

• Model: IBM Quad-Port 32Gb FC Adapter

• IBM Part Number: 01YM898 / 01YM896

• Ports: 4 ports

• Speed: 32Gb FC

• Interface: PCIe

• Compatibility:

  • IBM Power9 / Power10 servers

  • IBM enterprise SAN infrastructure.

Quick Comparison

Latest IBM FC HBA Price in Bangladesh (2025 / 2026)

Pricing varies depending on:

• Fibre Channel speed (8Gb / 16Gb / 32Gb)

• Number of ports (single, dual, quad)

• PCIe generation and slot type

• New vs refurbished condition

• Warranty coverage

IBM FC HBA Price Table (Estimated BDT)

•  Contact Datacom Technologies BD for exact pricing and available models.

What Is an IBM Fibre Channel HBA?

An IBM FC HBA (Host Bus Adapter) is a specialized PCIe adapter that:

• Connects servers to Fibre Channel storage networks

• Enables high-speed SAN communication

• Handles storage protocol processing

• Reduces CPU workload during storage operations

• Improves overall data transfer efficiency

Modern IBM HBAs support PCIe interfaces with multi-port Fibre Channel connectivity and automatically negotiate speeds with SAN switches for optimal performance.

Key Benefits of IBM FC HBA Cards

• High-speed SAN connectivity

• Low latency storage communication

• High reliability for enterprise workloads

• Reduced CPU overhead with hardware offload

• Scalable storage networking

Types of IBM Fibre Channel HBA Cards

Entry-Level FC HBA

• 8Gb Fibre Channel speed

• Suitable for legacy SAN environments

Mid-Range FC HBA

• 16Gb Fibre Channel connectivity

• Balanced performance and cost

High-Performance FC HBA

• 32Gb Fibre Channel speed

• Ideal for all-flash storage arrays and high-performance SAN environments

Modern Fibre Channel adapters can support multiple ports delivering up to 32Gb per port for high-performance storage networks.

Popular IBM Fibre Channel HBA Models

Common IBM HBA adapters include:

• IBM 16Gb Dual-Port Fibre Channel HBA

• IBM PCIe3 2-Port 32Gb FC Adapter (CCIN 578F)

• IBM 4-Port 32Gb Fibre Channel HBA

• IBM 8Gb Quad-Port FC Adapter

These cards connect servers to SAN storage using fiber optic SFP modules and LC connectors.

Common Features of IBM FC HBA Cards

Storage Networking Performance

• 8Gb, 16Gb, and 32Gb Fibre Channel speeds

• Multi-port connectivity

• High queue depth support

Enterprise Storage Integration

• Compatible with SAN switches

• Works with enterprise storage arrays

• Supports direct-attach Fibre Channel storage

Enterprise Reliability

• Designed for continuous operation

• High I/O throughput for enterprise workloads

• Advanced diagnostics and monitoring

Compatibility & Installation Guidance

To choose the correct IBM FC HBA:

✔ Confirm your IBM server model (Power Systems / System x)
✔ Verify PCIe slot compatibility
✔ Identify required Fibre Channel speed
✔ Match HBA part number and firmware

Our technical team verifies compatibility before order confirmation.

Best Use Cases

• Enterprise SAN storage networks

• High-performance database servers

• Virtualization infrastructure

• Backup and disaster recovery systems

• Data center storage environments

Warranty & After-Sales Support

Datacom Technologies BD provides:

• Local warranty support (where applicable)

• Compatibility verification before delivery

• Installation guidance

• Technical support assistance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What does an FC HBA card do?
It connects a server to a Fibre Channel storage network.

What speeds do IBM FC HBAs support?
Most IBM HBAs support 8Gb, 16Gb, or 32Gb Fibre Channel speeds.

Do I need a SAN switch?
Typically yes, but some HBAs can connect directly to storage arrays.

Are these genuine IBM adapters?
Yes — all HBA cards supplied are compatibility-verified.

Where to Buy IBM FC HBA Cards in Bangladesh

Datacom Technologies BD is a trusted supplier of IBM Fibre Channel HBA cards, SAN adapters, and enterprise storage networking components across Bangladesh.



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