IBM i Series 8205-E6B (#1977) - 2 Gigabit Fibre Channel PCI-X Adapter</p><p>The 2 Gigabit Fibre Channel PCI-X Adapter is a 64-bit address/data, short form factor PCI-X adapter with an LC type external fiber connector that provides single or dual initiator capability over an optical fiber link or loop. With the use of appropriate optical fiber cabling, this adapter provides the capability for a network of high speed local and remote located storage. The 2 Gigabit Fibre Channel PCI-X Adapter will auto-negotiate for the highest data rate (either 1 Gbps or 2 Gbps) of which the device or switch is capable. Distances of up to 500 meters running at 1 Gbps data rate and up to 300 meters running at 2 Gbps data rate are supported between the adapter and an attaching device or switch. When used with IBM supported Fibre Channel storage switches supporting long-wave optics, distances of up to 10 kilometers are capable running at either 1 Gps or 2 Gps data rates.</p><p>The 2 Gigabit Fibre Channel PCI-X Adapter can be used to attach devices either directly, or by means of Fibre Channel Switches. If attaching a device or switch with a SC type fiber onnector(s), use of an LC-SC 50 Micron Fiber Converter Cable (#2456) or a LC-SC 62.5 Micron Fiber Converter Cable (#2459) is required.</p><p>Refer to the following IBM storage subsystem Web page for additional supported server attachment information for IBM devices.</p><p>http://www.ibm.com/servers/storage/product/products_pseries.html</p><p>Consult with your IBM representative or Business Partner for additional information relative to any third party attachment.</p><p>Attributes provided: 1 Fibre Channel/FC-AL interface</p><p>Attributes required: 1 empty PCI or PCI-X slot</p><p>For 8202-E4B: (#1977)</p><p>Minimum required: 0</p><p>Maximum allowed: 24 (Initial order maximum: 0)</p><p>OS level required:</p><p>AIX Version 5.3 supported</p><p>AIX Version 6.1 supported</p><p>AIX Version 7.1 supported</p><p>SUSE Linux supported</p><p>Red Hat Linux supported</p><p>Refer to Software Requirements for specific O/S levels supported</p><p>Initial Order/MES/Both/Supported: Supported</p><p>CSU: Yes</p><p>Return parts MES: Does not apply</p><p>Note:</p><p>Not supported in the CEC</p><p>System maximum of 24 in 4 x #5796
