ExpressPCI FC 3305

2.125-Gigabit FC Host Adapter with a Fixed Copper HSSDC Connector

This 2-Gig copper Fibre Channel host adapter delivers 200 MB/sec. performance and is versatile enough to transfer high-bandwidth data using any of the standard Fibre Channel topologies. The copper connection provides an economical alternative for intra-cabinet connections. With advanced features such as the SNIA API, LUN Masking and Target Mode, the FC 3305 with copper connectors offers more value for the money than other comparable products.

Features

  • Strictly adheres to FC standards to ensure interoperability with other SAN components
    • ANSI FC-AL-2, FC-PLDA, FC-Tape, and FC-FLA
    • Supports Class 2 and Class 3 transfers
    • Supports all Fibre Channel topologies - point-to-point, arbitrated loop and fabric
  • Features Advanced Data Streaming (ADS™) Technology for controlled acceleration of data transfers
    • Embedded RISC processor for low-overhead operation
    • Bus Mastering capabilities eliminates CPU processing time as a bottleneck
    • Tagged Command Queuing allows multiple commands to be processed in any order
  • Economical copper connection for superior intra-cabinet service
    • Throughput of 2-Gig Fibre Channel without the cost of optical transceivers
    • Optimal for connections of typically less than 10 meters in 2-Gb mode and less than 30 meters in 1-Gb mode
  • Certified with industry-leading 2-Gig switches
  • Robust driver support
    • Windows® XP/NT/2000, 95/98
    • Linux
    • Solaris
    • Mac® OS
    • Mac® OS X

Technical Specifications

Hardware Specifications
Fibre Channel Interface:
  • 2.125-Gigabit data-transfer rates on each channel
  • 400 MB/sec. per channel throughput in full-duplex mode
  • Auto negotiation between 2-Gigabit and 1-Gigabit speeds
  • Fixed copper HSSDC Fibre Channel connector
  • Supports all Fibre Channel topologies
    • Point-to-Point
    • Arbitrated Loop
    • Direct Fabric/Switch Attach
  • Strict adherence to ANSI FC-AL-2, FC-PLDA, FC-Tape, and FC-FLA specifications
  • Supports Class 2, Class 3 and Intermix transfers
  • Flash ROM for easy field upgrades

    Advanced FC Features

  • Support for SNIA HBA API
  • Supports Target and Initiator Modes

    Advanced SCSI-FCP Support:

  • Large command FIFO
  • Asynchronous I/O support
  • ASPI and SCSI Manager 4.3 compatible
  • SCSI-3 tagged command queuing
  • Support for multiple block sizes

    Accelerated PCI Bus Management:

  • PCI bus master rate of 528 MB/sec.
  • PCI 2.2 compliant
  • 64-bit/66 MHz PCI (backward compatible with 32-bit and 33 MHz PCI)
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    Software Specifications
    Driver Support:
  • Windows XP
  • Windows® 2000
  • Windows NT
  • Windows 95/98
  • Linux
  • Solaris (x86 and SPARC)
  • Mac® OS X
  • Mac OS

    Advanced Data Streaming (ADS™):

  • Improved PCI system bandwidth use
  • Optimized FC and SCSI-3 algorithms
  • RISC processor for high performance
  • Tagged command queuing

    RAID kits available

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    Environmental & Physical Characteristics
    Dimensions:
  • Full Form Factor: 4.200” x 6.521”

    Operating Environment:

  • Temperature: 0-50º C
  • Humidity: 10-90% non-condensing
  • Power: 1 Amp @ 5 Volts