Lenovo 4C57A14368

Overview

The Lenovo 4C57A14368 is a 4-ports Fibre Channel host adapter designed to enhance the connectivity of Lenovo ThinkSystem DE4000H Hybrid storage arrays. It provides four 32Gbps Fibre Channel ports, enabling high-speed data transfer between servers and storage systems. This adapter is ideal for environments where databases, virtual machines, and backup operations require consistent and fast access to storage resources.

Installed as a plug-in module within the controller enclosure, it expands network capacity without altering existing rack configurations. Each port supports standard SFP+ interfaces, allowing seamless integration with current Fibre Channel switches and cabling infrastructure. This setup supports traffic distribution and redundant path configurations to ensure both performance and reliability for critical workloads.

Key features

• Four 32Gb Fibre Channel ports that deliver high bandwidth for demanding storage traffic
• Plug-in design that fits directly into Lenovo ThinkSystem DE4000H controller enclosures for easy installation
• SFP+ interface compatibility with standard Fibre Channel optics and cabling, simplifying integration
• Supports traffic balancing across ports to optimize data flow and reduce bottlenecks
• Enables redundant path configurations to maintain continuous operation during network failures
• Scales storage network capacity without requiring changes to rack layout or infrastructure

Key specs

• Number of ports: 4
• Port speed: 32 Gbps per port
• Interface type: SFP+
• Compatible with: Lenovo ThinkSystem DE4000H Hybrid storage arrays
• Form factor: Plug-in module for controller enclosure

Connectivity and compatibility

This host adapter integrates directly with Lenovo ThinkSystem DE4000H storage controllers, using standard SFP+ ports that support existing Fibre Channel switches and cabling. This ensures straightforward deployment in data centers already equipped with Fibre Channel infrastructure. The adapter’s design allows administrators to configure multiple paths for load balancing or failover, enhancing network resilience and throughput.

Ideal uses and environments

The Lenovo 4C57A14368 is well suited for enterprise data centers and IT environments that rely on Lenovo ThinkSystem DE4000H storage arrays. It supports workloads that require high-speed, low-latency access to storage, such as virtualization, database management, and backup operations. Organizations looking to expand their storage network capacity without major infrastructure changes will find this adapter a practical and efficient solution.

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