What Fibre Channel class does this adapter support?

This adapter is classified under 4 Gb Single-port Fibre Channel, indicating that it belongs to the 4 Gb Fibre Channel class and provides a single Fibre Channel port. This classification helps in planning SAN designs, where 4 Gb connectivity and single-port adapters are suitable for certain bandwidth and redundancy requirements.

How is this HBA typically installed in a server?

The adapter is categorized as a PCI Express Fibre Channel HBA, so it is intended for installation into a compatible PCI Express slot on the server motherboard. Once installed, it functions as a host bus adapter, bridging the server’s internal bus to external Fibre Channel storage networks using its single-port Fibre Channel interface.

How can this adapter be uniquely identified for ordering?

This product can be uniquely identified by its SKU 445688-001 along with its model name, HPE QLogic QLE220 Host Bus Adapter. Using this combination ensures that procurement teams reference the exact adapter variant when specifying components for standardized server configurations or replacements.

In what product category does this adapter appear for planning purposes?

For planning and documentation, the adapter appears in the Network Adapters category, more specifically under PCI Express Fibre Channel HBA and 4 Gb Single-port Fibre Channel. These category labels indicate its role as a network connectivity component focused on Fibre Channel rather than general-purpose Ethernet networking.

445688-001 - HPE 445688-001 QLogic QLE220 Fibre Channel HBA

Name: HPE 445688-001 QLogic QLE220 Fibre Channel HBA
Brand: HPE
SKU: 445688-001
Price: 178 USD
Availability: InStock

445688-001 - HPE 445688-001 QLogic QLE220 Fibre Channel HBA | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE QLogic QLE220 Host Bus Adapter, SKU 445688-001, is a single-port Fibre Channel solution in the PCI Express Fibre Channel HBA category for 4 Gb single-port Fibre Channel environments. As part of HPE’s network adapter portfolio, this card is designed for deployments that require Fibre Channel connectivity from servers to storage. Positioned as a PCI Express Fibre Channel HBA, it allows IT teams to integrate Fibre Channel networking into compatible systems using a standardized expansion interface. The QLogic QLE220 designation identifies the adapter as a Fibre Channel host bus adapter, aligning with common SAN architectures. This product focuses on Fibre Channel networking as indicated by its category, supporting structured storage connectivity scenarios where a single-port adapter is sufficient. With its specific SKU 445688-001, it can be easily referenced in standardized configurations and procurement lists for consistent deployment across multiple servers.

HPE QLogic QLE220 Host Bus Adapter identity
PCI Express Fibre Channel HBA classification
4 Gb single-port Fibre Channel category
SKU 445688-001 for precise procurement
Network Adapters category placement
Single-port Fibre Channel focused design

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Featuring

Channel Count
Manufacturer part #	445688-001
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished
Model	QLE220 Host Bus Adapter
Form Factor	Low-profile PCI Express adapter (with standard and optional low-profile brackets)
Adapter Type	Single-port 4Gbps Fibre Channel PCI-Express host bus adapter
Power Source	Powered from host system PCI Express slot
Product Line	QLogic QLE
Product Name	HPE QLE220 4Gb/s Fibre Channel PCIe x4 Host Bus Adapter
Product Type	Host Bus Adapter

Best for

Server SAN connectivity
Suitable where a single-port 4 Gb Fibre Channel HBA is needed to connect servers to Fibre Channel based storage using a PCI Express expansion slot.
Storage networks
Applies to environments building Fibre Channel storage networks that use PCI Express Fibre Channel HBAs and require single-port 4 Gb connectivity.
Standardized builds
Useful for standardized configurations where the HPE QLogic QLE220 Host Bus Adapter with SKU 445688-001 is specified for consistent Fibre Channel deployment.

Frequently asked questions

What type of adapter is the HPE QLogic QLE220 445688-001?

The HPE QLogic QLE220 445688-001 is categorized as a Host Bus Adapter within the broader Network Adapters group. Specifically, it is listed as a PCI Express Fibre Channel HBA, meaning it provides Fibre Channel connectivity from a server through a PCI Express expansion slot, rather than offering general Ethernet networking.

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Bracket Options	Standard bracket and low-profile bracket support

Spare Part Number	445688-001

Technology Standard	Fibre Channel

Fibre Channel Standard	4 Gb Fibre Channel

Host Bus Speed Support	2.5 GT/s PCI Express (Generation 1)

Internal Data Path Width	x4 PCI Express

Required Supply Voltages	3.3 V DC and 12 V DC from PCI Express slot

Maximum Data Transfer Rate	4 Gb/s per Fibre Channel port

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Interface	PCI Express
Port Count	1 external Fibre Channel port
Host Interface	PCI Express x4
Interface Speed	4 Gb
Fibre Channel Ports	1 port
Physical Port Interface	External Fibre Channel connector (HBA-side)
Maximum Link Speed per Port	4 Gbit/s Fibre Channel
Quantity of Fixed Ports or Expansion Slots	1

HPE 445688-001 QLogic QLE220 Fibre Channel HBA