Dell 540-BDNO Accessory
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The Emulex LPE36000 Host Bus Adapter from Dell ™ offers an exceptional performance and advanced management functionality that can shave days off installing and managing adapters. It is coupled with up to 2x better IOPS performance per watt, which makes Dell 64GB Fibre Channel (64GFC) host bus adapters the clear choice for the toughest virtualized, cloud and mission critical deployments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Dell 540-BDNO and what type of connectivity does it provide?
The Dell 540-BDNO is a Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) featuring the Emulex LPE36000 dual-port FC64 architecture. This PCIe full-height plug-in card provides 2 total Fibre Channel ports, enabling high-speed SAN connectivity for enterprise storage environments. We offer this genuine Dell component for organizations requiring reliable Fibre Channel infrastructure in their server deployments.
Is the Dell 540-BDNO compatible with my server infrastructure?
The Dell 540-BDNO is designed as a PCIe full-height adapter card compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers and other systems supporting standard PCIe slots. For specific server compatibility verification and installation requirements, contact us today—our team can confirm compatibility with your exact hardware configuration and provide technical guidance.
What are the key specifications of the Emulex LPE36000 HBA in the 540-BDNO?
The Emulex LPE36000 is a dual-port FC64 Fibre Channel adapter delivering enterprise-grade performance for mission-critical storage connectivity. As a full-height PCIe card with 2 Fibre Channel ports, it supports high-bandwidth SAN environments requiring redundant fabric connections. Visit barcodesinc.com or contact us today for detailed technical specifications and performance metrics.
What industries and use cases is the Dell 540-BDNO designed for?
The Dell 540-BDNO is ideal for data centers, enterprise storage environments, and virtualization infrastructures where reliable SAN connectivity is critical. It's commonly deployed in organizations requiring high-availability storage networks with redundant Fibre Channel paths. We support logistics, warehouse management, and IT infrastructure teams implementing robust storage solutions—contact us today for deployment guidance.
How does the 540-BDNO compare to single-port Fibre Channel adapters?
The dual-port FC64 design of the 540-BDNO provides redundancy and load-balancing capabilities that single-port adapters cannot match, enabling fault-tolerant SAN architectures. The FC64 standard delivers superior performance compared to older FC32 technology, supporting modern high-speed storage networks. Available from us, this adapter is engineered for enterprise environments where uptime and performance are non-negotiable.
What support and documentation are available for the Dell 540-BDNO?
As an authorized Dell distributor, we offer genuine 540-BDNO adapters backed by Dell's technical documentation and support resources. Our team provides pre-sales consultation, installation assistance, and post-purchase support to ensure successful deployment in your infrastructure. Contact us today for documentation, compatibility verification, or technical questions about this Fibre Channel HBA.