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QLogic Corp.

QLogic Corp. QLE2692Product 16 Gbit/s 2-port Fibre Channel HBA

SKU CH-YCXV-718BC MPN QLE2692Product

Dual-port 16 Gbit/s Fibre Channel adapter delivering up to 650K IOPS with low CPU overhead

  • Product typeUSB Header Adapter
  • Dual-port 16 Gbit/s connectivity for redundant storage links
  • Up to 650K IOPS per port for demanding workloads
  • Full hardware offloads reduce CPU utilisation significantly
  • QLogic StorFusion technology streamlines provisioning and QoS
  • Enhanced Gen 5 FC delivers higher performance with low power

QLogic 16 Gbit/s dual-port FC HBA

The QLE2692 is a dual-port Fibre Channel host bus adapter operating at 16 Gbit/s per port. It installs as a plug-in card to provide two independent FC connections for storage area networks. The adapter targets servers and workstations that require dedicated block-level connectivity to external arrays.

Sustained load with hardware offload

Under continuous traffic the card uses full hardware offload to keep CPU utilisation extremely low while delivering up to 650K IOPS per port. Enhanced Gen 5 FC maintains consistent throughput without the latency spikes seen in software-only implementations. StorFusion technology adds guaranteed quality of service and improved resiliency during prolonged heavy workloads.

Low-profile plug-in card with StorFusion

The low-profile bracket fits standard and dense chassis without blocking adjacent slots. Two SFP+ cages accept compatible transceivers for multimode or single-mode fibre, so cable type and reach are chosen at deployment. StorFusion features simplify provisioning and management across the fabric, reducing day-to-day administrative overhead.

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Price $210.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameQLogic
Product typeUSB Header Adapter

Questions about this item

How much power does the QLE2692 draw when running at 16 Gbit/s all day?

The adapter uses low power consumption compared to earlier Gen 5 Fibre Channel cards while delivering up to 650K IOPS per port.

What server slot and cabling does the QLE2692 need to operate?

It installs in a PCI Express slot and requires two Fibre Channel cables connected to its dual ports.

Will the QLE2692 work with existing 8 Gbit/s Fibre Channel switches and storage?

Yes, the 16 Gbit/s adapter auto-negotiates down to 8 Gbit/s or 4 Gbit/s links so it integrates with older FC fabrics.

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