Detailed Specifications
HPE 706801-001 StoreFabric CN1100R 2P 10GbE CNA
Overview
The HPE 706801-001 is a StoreFabric CN1100R dual-port Converged Network Adapter (CNA) designed for HPE ProLiant servers within enterprise data centers. It addresses the critical need to simplify server I/O by consolidating multiple traffic types onto a single, high-speed connection. This adapter is engineered to merge traditional Ethernet network traffic with Fibre Channel storage traffic, eliminating the need for separate Host Bus Adapters (HBAs) and Network Interface Cards (NICs), thereby reducing infrastructure complexity and cost. This adapter leverages Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) and Converged Enhanced Ethernet (CEE) standards to achieve I/O consolidation. By encapsulating Fibre Channel frames into Ethernet packets, it allows both storage and network data to travel over a unified 10GbE link. This results in a significant reduction in the number of required adapters, cables, and upstream switch ports. The operational benefits include lower power consumption, reduced cooling requirements, and a simplified management footprint within the data center. Physically, the 706801-001 is a PCI Express 2.0 x8 plug-in card equipped with two SFP+ ports, providing redundant, high-throughput 10GbE connectivity. It is ideally deployed in virtualized server environments and converged infrastructures where I/O density and efficiency are paramount. Management is integrated within the broader HPE server and fabric management ecosystems, allowing for streamlined administration of a simplified server-to-network edge.
