HPE Q0F09A CN1300R 10/25Gb Dual Port Network Adapter

Detailed Specifications

The HPE Q0F09A is a dual-port 10/25GbE Converged Network Adapter (CNA) designed to consolidate server I/O in enterprise data centers. This adapter addresses the need for high-bandwidth, low-latency connectivity in demanding environments by combining the functionality of a standard network interface card (NIC) with a Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (FC HBA). It is engineered for HPE ProLiant servers, providing a streamlined solution for connecting to both Ethernet and Fibre Channel storage networks over a single interface. At its core, the adapter leverages Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) and Converged Enhanced Ethernet (CEE) protocols. This allows it to transport LAN, iSCSI, and Fibre Channel traffic simultaneously over a unified 10GbE or 25GbE link, significantly reducing the number of adapters, cables, and switch ports required per server. This consolidation simplifies the physical infrastructure, lowers power and cooling costs, and reduces overall acquisition and operational expenses. Physically, the Q0F09A is a PCIe plug-in card, available with a low-profile bracket for installation in space-constrained server chassis. It connects into the IT infrastructure via SFP+ ports, offering flexibility with support for both optical transceivers and direct attach copper cables. Management is integrated within the HPE server ecosystem, ensuring seamless operation and interoperability when connected to HPE B-series or C-series FCoE converged network switches.