HPE CTR HBA PCIE 4.0 32GB FC

Storage area networks demand high throughput and low latency to keep virtualized environments and mission-critical applications running smoothly. The HPE P14422-001 32Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter delivers dual-port 32Gbps connectivity over PCIe 4.0, eliminating I/O bottlenecks and enabling faster data access for demanding workloads.

Who is it for

This HBA is ideal for data centers and enterprises deploying HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus or Gen11 servers that require robust SAN connectivity. It suits IT administrators managing virtualization platforms, databases, or high-transaction applications where consistent storage performance is critical.

Main features

• Dual 32Gbps Fibre Channel ports for up to 6400 MB/s aggregate bandwidth
• PCIe 4.0 x8 host interface for double the throughput of PCIe 3.0
• Low-profile form factor fits both full-height and low-profile server slots
• Broadcom (Emulex) controller ensures proven reliability and compatibility
• Backward compatible with 16Gb and 8Gb Fibre Channel infrastructures
• Supports N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) for efficient virtual machine SAN access
• Comprehensive OS support including Windows Server, Linux, and VMware ESXi

Specifications

• Host Interface: PCIe 4.0 x8
• Data Transfer Rate: 32 Gbps per port (Fibre Channel)
• Number of Ports: 2
• Port Type: SFP+
• Form Factor: Low-profile PCIe card
• Controller: Broadcom (Emulex)
• Backward Compatibility: 16Gb, 8Gb Fibre Channel
• Full Duplex: Yes
• Management: HBAnyware, OneCommand Manager
• Power Consumption: Typically 15W
• Compliance: RoHS, WEEE

Tips

For optimal performance, use HPE-branded 32Gb SFP+ transceivers and ensure your server has an available PCIe 4.0 x8 slot. Update the HBA firmware to the latest version to maintain compatibility with new server platforms and storage arrays.