HPE
HPE StoreFabric CN1100R Dual Port Converged Network Adapter
The HPE StoreFabric CN1100R Dual Port Converged Network Adapter is a plug-in card designed for servers, offering consolidated Ethernet, iSCSI, and Fibre Channel connectivity over 10GbE. It leverages FCoE and CEE standards to reduce adapter and cable clutter in your datacenter, leading to lower operational costs. This adapter supports 10GBase-E technology and uses SFP+ expansion slots for optical fiber. It comes as a new unit with both Full Height and Low Profile brackets, backed by a 3-year limited warranty.
$1332.12
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
650
/ 967
#650 in Network Cards & Adapters
Price vs Category Average
+33%
Above average
Host Interface
8
/ PCI Express x
Who it's for
- Infrastructure Simplification
- High-Speed Performance
- Seamless HPE Integration
Who should skip it
- Configuration Complexity
- Higher Initial Cost
- Single Point of Failure Risk
Key Specs
Host Interface
PCI Express x8
Expansion Slot Type
SFP+
Network Technology
10GBase-E
Form Factor
Plug-in Card
Device Supported
Server
Limited Warranty
3 Year
Media Type Supported
Optical Fiber
Package Contents
Adapter, Full Height bracket, Low Profile Bracket
Features
- Consolidates Ethernet, iSCSI, and Fibre Channel.
- Supports Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE).
- Reduces cable count and adapter needs.
- Lowers datacenter power and cooling costs.
- Dual port adapters for 10GbE.
- Tested with HP ProLiant servers.
- Adheres to Converged Enhanced Ethernet (CEE).
What customers say
Users highly value the HPE StoreFabric CN1100R for its robust performance and ability to simplify data center infrastructure by consolidating FCoE and Ethernet traffic. Once installed, this adapter is praised for its stability, low latency, and high throughput, proving reliable for demanding virtualization and storage workloads within the HPE ecosystem. A key benefit noted is the streamlined monitoring through integration with HPE management tools. While the adapter delivers exceptional quality and essential converged networking functionality, initial deployment can be complex, requiring careful attention to compatibility. Furthermore, its premium acquisition cost means budget conscious users must weigh the total cost of ownership carefully.
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