HPE StoreOnce Gen4 16Gb FC Network Card BB986A

HPE StoreOnce Gen4 16Gb FC Network Card BB986A

Brand: HPE | Category: Network Adapters & NICs

SKU: BB986A | Part #: BB986A | MPN: BB986A

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About the HPE StoreOnce Gen4 16Gb FC Network Card BB986A

StoreOnce Gen4 16Gb FC Network Card is an HPE Storage Systems component designed for Fibre Channel SAN environments requiring ultra-low-latency backup operations. This 16 Gigabit FC card integrates seamlessly into StoreOnce Gen4 appliances for dedicated network isolation.

Key Features:

  • 16 Gigabit Fibre Channel connectivity with native FC interface
  • Dual-port FC network card for redundancy and load balancing
  • SAN-optimized for low-latency deduplication backup paths
  • Full compatibility with existing HPE Fibre Channel infrastructure

Ideal for:

  • SAN-attached backup environments in large enterprises
  • Mission-critical data protection requiring dedicated FC networks
  • High-performance deduplication in financial services and healthcare sectors

Technical Specifications

BrandHPE
CategoryNetwork Adapters & NICs
SKUBB986A
Part NumberBB986A
ConditionNew
Interface16Gb Fibre Channel
PortsDual-port

Frequently Asked Questions about HPE StoreOnce Gen4 16Gb FC Network Card BB986A

What does the HPE StoreOnce Gen4 16Gb FC Network Card BB986A do?

The HPE StoreOnce Gen4 16Gb FC Network Card BB986A is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Arista environments.

What are the headline specs of the HPE StoreOnce Gen4 16Gb FC Network Card BB986A?

Key specifications for the HPE StoreOnce Gen4 16Gb FC Network Card BB986A: new condition; interface 16Gb Fibre Channel; ports Dual-port. Manufacturer part number BB986A. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the HPE StoreOnce Gen4 16Gb FC Network Card BB986A compatible with my infrastructure?

The HPE StoreOnce Gen4 16Gb FC Network Card BB986A interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.