# IBM QLogic HBA 8Gbit PCI-E - high performance host bus adapter

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**Data updated:** 2026-01-12 19:28 (EET)
**Category:** I/O Adapters & Controllers
**Manufacturer:** IBM
**Manufacturer code:** 42D0510-RFB
**EAN:** 5712505307472
**Warranty:** 2 Years
**Availability:** Out of stock

## Summary description

The IBM QLogic HBA 8Gbit PCI-E is a high-performance host bus adapter providing up to 8Gbit/s data transfer speed. This product is ideal for data centers and enterprise environments, ensuring reliable connectivity between servers and storage devices. The model features a PCI-Express format and supports Fibre Channel technology. Easy to install and compatible with various operating systems.

## Long description

The IBM QLogic HBA 8Gbit PCI-E - high performance host bus adapter (MPN 42D0510-RFB, EAN 5712505307472) is a server-class Fibre Channel host bus adapter in a PCI-Express form factor. Designed for data center and enterprise environments, this HBA provides up to 8 Gbit/s data transfer speed and establishes reliable connectivity between servers and storage arrays. The card is intended for installation in standard PCI-E slots and supports common operating systems and storage infrastructures used in virtualization and SAN deployments.
Advantages
This IBM QLogic HBA delivers enterprise-grade Fibre Channel performance with up to 8 Gbit/s throughput, low-latency data transfers and proven interoperability with a wide range of storage systems. Its PCI-Express interface simplifies integration into existing server hardware while maintaining stable connectivity and predictable behavior under sustained load. The adapter’s compatibility with typical server OS environments reduces deployment complexity and accelerates provisioning.
Suitable for
 Connecting servers to SAN storage arrays in data centers
 High-throughput virtualization hosts and clustered environments
 Backup and restore systems requiring dependable Fibre Channel links
 Enterprise servers needing PCI-Express Fibre Channel connectivity
Key specifications
 Brand: IBM
 Model / MPN: 42D0510-RFB
 EAN: 5712505307472
 Interface: PCI-Express (PCI-E)
 Technology: Fibre Channel
 Maximum data rate: up to 8 Gbit/s
How to use
Install the IBM QLogic HBA into an appropriate PCI-Express slot on a powered-down server following the server manufacturer’s service manual. Secure the card to the chassis, connect Fibre Channel cables to the SAN switch or storage array ports, then power on the server. Install or update the vendor-recommended drivers and firmware for the HBA on the server operating system to ensure full functionality. Configure zoning and SAN settings on the storage network as required for your environment.
Usage recommendations
For reliable operation, use quality Fibre Channel-compatible cables and certified SAN switches. Keep the HBA firmware and drivers current according to IBM or QLogic guidance, and validate compatibility with your server model and operating system before deployment. If deploying in dense or high-availability configurations, follow best practices for redundancy, monitoring and thermal management.

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