{"product_id":"emulex-lenovo-lpe31002-dual-port-fc32-fibre-channel-hba","title":"Emulex Lenovo LPe31002 Dual Port FC32 Fibre Channel HBA","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eEmulex Lenovo LPe31002 Dual Port FC32 Fibre Channel HBA\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEmulex Lenovo LPe31002 Dual Port FC32 Fibre Channel HBA\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for enterprise data centers requiring high-speed SAN connectivity and reliable storage area network performance. This \u003cstrong\u003edual port fibre channel adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers 32 Gbps per port throughput, enabling seamless integration into Lenovo servers for mission-critical applications. Ideal for virtualization environments, database servers, and high-performance computing clusters, this \u003cstrong\u003eFC32 HBA\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures low-latency storage access and maximum uptime for demanding workloads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual Port FC32 connectivity for redundant SAN paths and failover protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32 Gbps per port throughput for high-speed data transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized for Lenovo ThinkSystem server platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced error correction and flow control for reliable performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) for multi-tenant environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot-pluggable design for non-disruptive installation and maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive driver and firmware support for enterprise Linux and Windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow power consumption with efficient thermal management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSTRATEGIC SOURCING\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLPE31002-LEN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual Port Fibre Channel HBA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x FC32 Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 Gbps per port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCIe 4.0 x8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLenovo ThinkSystem Servers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull-Height, Full-Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre Channel, NPIV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a dual port fibre channel HBA used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003edual port fibre channel HBA\u003c\/strong\u003e connects servers to storage area networks (SANs), providing high-speed, low-latency access to shared storage. The dual ports enable redundant paths for improved reliability and load balancing across your SAN infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Emulex LPe31002 compatible with my Lenovo server?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the LPe31002 is specifically designed for Lenovo ThinkSystem servers with available PCIe 4.0 x8 slots. Verify your server model supports this adapter and has the required slot availability before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the benefits of FC32 over older fibre channel standards?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC32 technology\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers 32 Gbps throughput per port, doubling the speed of FC16 adapters. This enables faster data transfers, reduced latency, and improved application performance for virtualized and database-intensive workloads in enterprise environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this fibre channel adapter support NPIV?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the Emulex LPe31002 supports N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV), allowing multiple virtual machines to share the physical adapter while maintaining independent SAN identities and security policies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"STRATEGIC SOURCING","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41715756400715,"sku":"LPE31002-LEN","price":1383.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/Emulex-Lenovo-LPe31002-Dual-Port-FC32-Fibre-Channel-HBA.jpg?v=1788308765","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.com\/products\/emulex-lenovo-lpe31002-dual-port-fc32-fibre-channel-hba","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}