Lenovo 7ZT7A00522 Thinksystem Emulex LPM16004B-L Mezz 16GB 4-PORT Fibre Channel Adapter

Lenovo 7ZT7A00522 Fibre Channel Adapter

Overview

The Lenovo 7ZT7A00522 is a 16Gb Fibre Channel mezzanine adapter designed for ThinkSystem servers. It provides four Fibre Channel (FC) connectors, enabling high-speed, dedicated storage area network (SAN) connectivity. This adapter is crucial for deployments requiring robust and high-throughput access to storage arrays, typical in enterprise data centers and demanding virtualized environments. Its green product color and duplex capability are standard for this interface type.

Compatibility

This adapter is engineered for integration with Lenovo ThinkSystem servers. Specific compatibility details should be verified against the server's hardware compatibility list (HCL) and the adapter's documentation. It is intended for use within the Lenovo ecosystem to ensure optimal performance and reliability. The four FC connectors support direct attachment to SAN switches or storage devices.

Installation Notes

The Lenovo 7ZT7A00522 measures 9.00 x 3.20 x 8.50 inches (L x W x H) and weighs 0.65 lb. It utilizes an Ethernet interface for management and configuration, but its primary function is Fibre Channel data transfer. Installation requires adherence to standard server hardware installation procedures, including proper seating in the mezzanine slot and connecting the appropriate FC cables. Country of Origin: MX.