{"product_id":"hpe-xp8-16gb-4p-mf-lw-fc-2pk-reman-hba","title":"HPE XP8 16Gb 4p MF LW FC 2pk Reman HBA","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE XP8 16Gb 4p MF LW FC 2pk Reman HBA\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE XP8 16Gb 4-port Fibre Channel HBA\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for enterprise data centers requiring high-speed storage connectivity at a fraction of new equipment costs. This \u003cstrong\u003erefurbished Fibre Channel adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers 16Gb performance across four ports, making it ideal for mission-critical storage area networks (SANs) and virtualized environments. Whether you're upgrading legacy infrastructure or scaling existing deployments, this \u003cstrong\u003edual-pack HBA solution\u003c\/strong\u003e provides reliable, cost-effective connectivity for HPE ProLiant servers and storage systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16Gb Fibre Channel performance per port for high-speed data transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-port configuration enables multiple SAN connections from single adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-function (MF) design supports flexible deployment scenarios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-wave (LW) optics for extended distance connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-pack (2pk) bundle reduces per-unit cost and simplifies procurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefurbished condition with full functionality and reliability testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise-grade compatibility with HPE ProLiant and storage platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-latency architecture optimized for database and virtualization workloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\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\u003eHEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR0L21AR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16Gb per port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptics Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong-wave (LW) multi-function (MF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-pack (dual adapter bundle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefurbished \/ Remanufactured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCI Express\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPE ProLiant servers, enterprise storage systems\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\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Fibre Channel HBA and why do I need one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eFibre Channel Host Bus Adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e connects your server to a Storage Area Network (SAN), enabling high-speed, low-latency access to shared storage. The 16Gb performance of this HPE adapter is essential for data centers running databases, virtualization, or backup operations where storage I\/O performance directly impacts application responsiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use refurbished Fibre Channel adapters in production environments?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. HPE refurbished equipment undergoes rigorous testing and restoration to meet original specifications. This \u003cstrong\u003eremanufactured HBA\u003c\/strong\u003e is fully functional and backed by enterprise-grade reliability standards, making it suitable for production SAN deployments at significantly lower cost than new hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between 16Gb and 8Gb Fibre Channel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e16Gb Fibre Channel provides double the throughput of 8Gb adapters, reducing latency and improving storage performance for bandwidth-intensive workloads. This \u003cstrong\u003e16Gb 4-port HBA\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for modern data centers where storage demands continue to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many servers can this 2-pack HBA bundle support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dual-pack includes two complete 4-port adapters, enabling SAN connectivity for two servers or providing redundant paths on a single server. The flexible configuration supports both high-availability and multi-server deployment scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41734128336971,"sku":"R0L21AR","price":26019.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/HPE-XP8-16Gb-4p-MF-LW-FC-2pk-Reman-HBA.jpg?v=1787318545","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/hpe-xp8-16gb-4p-mf-lw-fc-2pk-reman-hba","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}