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Green single-port Fibre Channel card, PCIe 3.0 x8, 168 by 69 mm

BFKK

BFKK QLE2690-SR 16Gb single-port FC network card

SKU CH-TYR5-4DBG4 MPN QLE2690-SR

A single-port 16Gb Fibre Channel adapter delivering 2.6 million IOPS with port isolation for predictable performance in virtualised data centres

  • 16 Gbps Fibre Channel throughput for high-speed storage access
  • PCIe 3.0 x8 interface provides ample host bandwidth
  • Single-port design with port isolation prevents fault propagation
  • Compact 168 mm × 69 mm form factor fits dense servers
  • 6 million IOPS capability supports demanding virtualised workloads

16Gb Fibre Channel HBA

The BFKK QLE2690-SR is a single-port 16Gb Fibre Channel host bus adapter for enterprise storage area networks. It installs in a PCIe 3.0 x8 slot and connects via SR optical cable. The card delivers 2.6 million IOPS with 650K IOPS per port for demanding virtualization and private cloud workloads.

Suits single-port SAN links

This adapter fits environments that need one 16Gb Fibre Channel connection per server. It is not for builds that require dual or quad port density on a single bracket. Buyers needing multiple independent links should look at multi-port alternatives.

Verify PCIe 3.0 x8 slot and SR cabling

Confirm the server has a free PCIe 3.0 x8 slot and that the fabric uses SR optics with matching patch cables. The bracket measures 168mm by 69mm, so check chassis clearance before ordering.

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Price $478.99
Pricier than about 87% of the 1,505 comparable items (median $90.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

Does my server need a PCIe 3.0 x8 slot to install this 16 Gbps Fibre Channel card?

Yes, the card requires a PCIe 3.0 x8 slot and measures 168 mm by 69 mm, so verify your chassis has the physical space and the correct slot generation.

Will this single-port 16 Gbps adapter work in a fabric built on 8 Gbps switches and cabling?

The adapter operates at 16 Gbps over SR cable and is designed for fifth-generation Fibre Channel fabrics; it will negotiate down to the speed supported by the connected switch and cable.

How can I confirm the card is delivering the rated 2.6 million IOPS after installation?

Use the adapter's comprehensive port diagnostics and StorFusion monitoring tools to measure per-port IOPS, which should reach 650 K IOPS per end under load.

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