HPE StoreFabric SN1200E 16Gb Single Port Host Bus Adapter Q0L13A

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Overview

Modern data centers require high-performance storage connectivity to support virtualization, flash storage, and data-intensive workloads. As infrastructure grows, efficient Fibre Channel networking is essential to maintain performance and prevent bottlenecks.

The HPE StoreFabric SN1200E 16Gb Single Port Host Bus Adapter Q0L13A delivers reliable and efficient Fibre Channel connectivity for enterprise environments. Designed to provide improved I/O performance over legacy solutions, it supports faster data transfer, enhanced virtualization, and compatibility with existing Fibre Channel networks. With advanced features and scalable performance, it provides a strong foundation for modern storage infrastructure.

Key Features

• Single-port 16Gb Fibre Channel connectivity
• Delivers higher I/O performance compared to 8Gb HBAs
• Backward compatible with 8Gb and 4Gb Fibre Channel networks
• Supports flash storage and high-bandwidth applications
• Enhances virtualization with improved VM density support
• Low latency performance for data-intensive workloads
• Supports NVMe over Fibre Channel environments
• Plug-in card form factor for easy deployment

Technical Specifications

Brand: HPE
Product Line: StoreFabric
Model: SN1200E
Part Number: Q0L13A
Product Type: Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter

Device Type

Host Bus Adapter (HBA)

Ports

1 × 16Gb Fibre Channel port

Interface Type

Fibre Channel

Host Interface

PCI Express

Data Transfer Rate

16 Gbit/s

Connectivity

Wired connectivity

Media Support

Fiber optic

Form Factor

Plug-in Card (Low profile)

Use Cases

The HPE Q0L13A adapter is designed for enterprise data centers and storage environments requiring reliable Fibre Channel connectivity. It supports applications such as database processing, backup and restore, virtualization, and flash storage systems. Organizations deploy this adapter to improve storage performance, reduce latency, and support scalable infrastructure.

Why Choose HPE Q0L13A

• Delivers reliable 16Gb Fibre Channel connectivity
• Improves storage performance for enterprise workloads
• Supports virtualization and high-density server environments
• Ensures compatibility with legacy Fibre Channel networks
• Simplifies deployment with plug-in card design
• Enables efficient data transfer for storage-intensive applications
• Ideal for data centers and enterprise storage networks
• Brand new hardware backed by a full HPE warranty

FAQs

What is the HPE Q0L13A adapter used for?
It is a Fibre Channel host bus adapter used to connect servers to storage area networks.

How many ports does the adapter provide?
The adapter includes one 16Gb Fibre Channel port.

Is this adapter compatible with older Fibre Channel networks?
Yes. It is backward compatible with 8Gb and 4Gb Fibre Channel networks.

What interface does this adapter use?
It uses a PCI Express interface.

Is this adapter suitable for virtualization environments?
Yes. It supports virtualization workloads and improves VM performance.

Does the warranty cover the adapter?
Yes. The product is brand new, factory-sealed, retail-boxed, and includes the full HPE warranty.