Emulex LP9002C

2GB/s Fibre Channel cPCI Host Bus Adapter

The LightPulse™ LP9002C Fibre Channel CompactPCI (cPCI) host bus adapter combines the new generation features and functionality of the 2Gb/s low profile LP9002L with the rugged Eurocard mechanics of the CompactPCI architecture. Like the LP9002L, the LP9002C provides support for 2Gb/s Fibre Channel data rates, delivering the industry’s highest performance. The LP9002C features automatic speed negotiation capability which allows complete compatibility with existing 1Gb/s Fibre Channel storage area networks (SANs), and allows seamless upgrades to higher speed 2Gb/s SANs.

The LP9002C provides the flexibility and broad interoperability needed for complex and highly scalable SANs. The LP9002C provides a unique combination of features, including switched fabric support using F_Port and FL_Port connections, full-duplex data transfers, high data integrity features, support for all Fibre Channel topologies, and support for service class 2 and 3.

LP9002C also features sophisticated hardware that provides superior performance in SANs, delivering low latency and high throughput in switched fabric, arbitrated loop and clustered environments. Support for fiber optic cabling is provided through a small form factor (LC) optical embedded interface.

Features

  • 3U CompactPCI form factor (100mm x 160mm)
  • Simultaneous full duplex 2Gb/s Fibre Channel
  • Full fabric support using F_Port and FL_Port connections
  • Onboard hardware context cache for superior fabric performance
  • Support for concurrent use of multiple protocols (SCSI and IP)
  • Full support for FC service class 2 and 3
  • Support for FC-Tape (FCP-2) devices
  • 32 and 64 bit CompactPCI support
  • End-to-end parity protection for high data integrity
  • Buffered data architecture to support up to 50km cabling at full 2Gb/s bandwidth
  • Automatic speed negotiation
  • Automatic topology detection
  • Optical small form factor (LC) interface support

Driver Support

The LightPulse™ LP9002C is complemented by a rich suite of software support including storage protocol (SCSI), network protocol (IP) as well as concurrent multi-protocol (SCSI & IP) operation, enabling advanced Storage Area Network (SAN) implementations in the Solaris environment. The LP9002C driver is also fully compatible with the Emulex LP9002L, LP9000, LP8000, LP7000E, LP952L and LP850 PCI host bus adapters. It also shares a commmon source base with drivers for the LP9002S and LP8000S, allowing a common look and feel across separate hardware platforms.

Technical Specifications

Standards
  • ANSI Fibre Channel FC-PH
  • ANSI Fibre Channel FC-AL
  • ANSI Fibre Channel FC-PLDA
  • ANSI Fibre Channel FC-FLA
  • CompactPCI Specification
  • Fibre Channel Class 2, 3
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    Architecture
  • Emulex Centaur ASIC technology
  • 2MB FLASH memory
  • 1MB code RAM
  • 256KB buffer RAM
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    Software Environments
  • Initial deployment - Solaris (Sparc)
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    Hardware Environments
  • Sun Fire servers 3800, 4800, 4810
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    Optical
    data rate:
  • 1.0625/2.125Gb/s
    • optics:
  • short/long wave laser
    • cable:
  • 50/125µm multi-mode fiber
  • 62.5/125µm multi-mode fiber
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    connector:
  • LC
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    distance: (1Gb/s)
  • 500 meters (1,640') 50/125 µm fiber
  • 300 meters (984') 62.5/125 µm fiber
    (2Gb/s)
  • 300 meters (984') 50/125 µm fiber
  • 150 meters (492') 62.5/125 µm fiber
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    Physical Dimensions
  • 3U cPCI form factor 100mm x 160mm (4.0" x 6.4")
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    Power Requirements
    Volts:
  • +3.3VDC, +5VDC
    • Power:
  • 7.2 watts typical (9.3w max)
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