Broadcom LPE31002-M6 16Gb Fibre Channel Gen6 PCIe 3.0x8 Network Interface Card

Slow storage performance can cripple your virtual machines and data-intensive applications. The Broadcom LPE31002-M6 16Gb Fibre Channel Gen6 PCIe 3.0x8 Network Interface Card is a low-profile host bus adapter that delivers ultra-fast, low-latency connections to Fibre Channel storage arrays, keeping your servers responsive and your workloads moving.

Broadcom LPE31002-M6 16Gb Fibre Channel Gen6 PCIe 3.0x8 Network Interface Card - the answer to storage bottlenecks

When your servers struggle to keep up with high-speed SSD or HDD arrays, data queues build up and response times suffer. This matters because every millisecond of delay can affect user experience, backup windows and overall productivity. The Broadcom LPE31002-M6 16Gb Fibre Channel Gen6 PCIe 3.0x8 Network Interface Card solves the problem by providing two 16 Gb Fibre Channel Gen 6 ports on a PCIe 3.0 x8 bus, offering up to 12 800 MBps full-duplex bandwidth and dramatically reduced latency. It lets you tap into the gold-standard Fibre Channel network storage with a card that fits tight server chassis.

Usages of Broadcom LPE31002-M6 16Gb Fibre Channel Gen6 PCIe 3.0x8 Network Interface Card

Ideal for any environment that relies on fast, reliable storage connectivity.

• High-performance virtualisation hosts running VMware vSphere.
• Enterprise servers that need direct access to SANs for mission-critical databases.
• Blade or rack servers with limited space that require a low-profile form factor.
• Systems that will upgrade to 32 Gb Fibre Channel optics in the future.
• Workstations that require NVMe-over-Fabrics alongside traditional SCSI.

Key Features of Broadcom LPE31002-M6 16Gb Fibre Channel Gen6 PCIe 3.0x8 Network Interface Card

• Ports: 16Gb Fibre Channel Gen 6 SFP+ x 2. Two high-speed ports give you flexible connectivity options.
• Interface (Bus) Type: PCI Express 3.0 x8. Utilises a fast PCIe lane configuration for maximum throughput.
• Data Link Protocol: 16Gb Fibre Channel Gen 6 (Short Wave). Ensures compatibility with modern FC networks.
• Form Factor: Plug-in card - low profile. Fits in compact server chassis without sacrificing performance.
• Host Interface: PCI Express. Standard bus that integrates smoothly with most server motherboards.
• Connectivity Technology: Wired. Provides a stable, interference-free link to storage arrays.
• OS Compatibility: VMware vSphere, Oracle Solaris, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server. Supports the major platforms used in data centres.
• Compliance: RCM, VCCI Class A, China RoHS, EU RoHS, TUV Bauart, MSIP, BSMI Class A, OM4, OM2. Meets a wide range of regulatory standards.
• Colour: Black. Professional appearance that blends with typical server hardware.
• Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 1600 Mbit/s. Delivers the advertised 16 Gb Fibre Channel speed per port.

Benefits of Broadcom LPE31002-M6 16Gb Fibre Channel Gen6 PCIe 3.0x8 Network Interface Card

You gain the ability to move large data sets quickly, cutting backup windows and speeding up application response. The low latency of Gen 6 Fibre Channel means smoother virtual machine performance and fewer I/O stalls. Because the card supports both NVMe-over-Fabrics and traditional SCSI, you can modernise your storage strategy without discarding existing investments. Its low-profile design frees up space for additional components, while the dual-port layout provides redundancy and load-balancing for higher availability. Finally, broad OS support and compliance certifications give you confidence that the adapter will integrate seamlessly into your existing infrastructure.

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