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406-BBDY Overview
406-BBDY-Dell Recommended Emulex LPE 12002 Dual Ports 8Gb Fibre Channel HBA, PCIe Full-height is a high-performance expansion card engineered as a storage controller for enterprise data centers. Designed with dual 8Gb Fibre Channel ports, it leverages the Emulex LPE 12002 chipset to deliver enhanced I/O capabilities, ensuring fast and reliable connectivity between servers and storage area networks.
Optimized for server enhancement and storage expansion use cases, this PCIe card (selected here as PCIe x8) features a full-height bracket, passive cooling, and robust OS compatibility with Windows, Linux, and VMware ESXi. Its design emphasizes reliable performance and easy integration into existing systems, making it an ideal choice for organizations looking to scale their storage networking infrastructure.
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406-BBDY Specifications
- Product Type
- Expansion Card
- Card Type
- Storage Controller
- Interface
- PCIe x8
- PCIe Version
- N/A
- Chipset / Controller
- Emulex LPE 12002
- Supported Ports
- N/A
- Port Count
- 2
- Max Data Rate
- N/A
- RAID Levels Supported
- N/A
- Capture Resolution
- N/A
- Capture Frame Rate
- N/A
- Low Profile Bracket
- No
- Full Height Bracket
- Yes
- Cooling
- Passive
- Operating System Compatibility
- Windows / Linux / VMware ESXi
- Bus Width
- 64-bit
- Power Requirements
- 3.3V
- Use Case
- Storage Expansion / Server Enhancement
- Product Name
- 406-BBDY-Dell Recommended Emulex LPE 12002 Dual Ports 8Gb Fibre Channel HBA, PCIe Full-height
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
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Product Comparison Table 
| 406-BBDY |  403-BBMP |  555-BCKP |  540-BBCB |  406-BBJZ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Expansion Card | Expansion Card | Expansion Card | Expansion Card | Expansion Card |
| Card Type | Storage Controller | Other | Network Interface Card | Network Interface Card | Storage Controller |
| Interface | PCIe x8 | PCIe x8 | PCIe x8 | PCIe x4 | PCIe x8 |
| PCIe Version | N/A | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Chipset / Controller | Emulex LPE 12002 | QLogic 2690 | Intel X710 | Intel I350 | Emulex LPE 12002 |
| Supported Ports | N/A | SFP+ | SFP+ | RJ-45 | N/A |
| Port Count | 2 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| Max Data Rate | N/A | N/A | 10Gbps | 1Gbps | N/A |
| RAID Levels Supported | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Capture Resolution | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Capture Frame Rate | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Low Profile Bracket | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Full Height Bracket | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Cooling | Passive | Passive | Passive | Passive | Passive |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows / Linux / VMware ESXi | Windows / Linux / VMware ESXi | Windows / Linux / VMware ESXi | Windows / Linux / VMware ESXi | Windows / Linux / VMware ESXi |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit | 64-bit | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Power Requirements | 3.3V | 3.3V | N/A | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Use Case | Storage Expansion / Server Enhancement | Storage Expansion | Network Upgrade | Network Upgrade / Server Expansion / Broadcast | Storage Expansion |
| Product Name | 406-BBDY-Dell Recommended Emulex LPE 12002 Dual Ports 8Gb Fibre Channel HBA, PCIe Full-height | 403-BBMP-QLogic 2690 Single Port 16Gb Fibre Channel HBA, PCIe Full-height | 555-BCKP-Intel X710 Four Ports 10GbE SFP+, rNDC | 540-BBCB-Intel i350 Four Ports 1GbE BASE-T, rNDC | 406-BBJZ-Dell Recommended Emulex LPE 12002 Dual Ports 8Gb Fibre Channel HBA, PCIe Half-height |
| Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.5 inches | 0.7 inches |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | 4.3 inches | 3.4 inches |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.5 inches | 4.4 inches |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 lbs | 0.5 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
F
Fahad Akmal
5
No compatibility issues during installation.
J
Jonas Meier
5
Stable throughput under sustained load.
R
Rizwan Latif
5
Performed exactly as expected.
C
Colin Brooks
5
A dependable storage networking solution.
Questions & Answers
What is the Dell Emulex LPE 12002 Dual Ports 8Gb Fibre Channel HBA?
The Emulex LPE 12002 is a dual-port 8Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter that delivers high-performance storage connectivity over a PCIe full-height slot for enterprise Dell PowerEdge servers.
Which servers are compatible with the Emulex LPE 12002 HBA?
The Emulex LPE 12002 is certified for Dell PowerEdge 12th, 13th and 14th generation servers equipped with a PCIe 2.0 or 3.0 x8 full-height slot.
What data transfer rates does the LPE 12002 support?
The adapter supports up to 8 Gbps per port, delivering aggregated throughput of up to 16 Gbps for accelerated SAN performance.
How many Fibre Channel ports does the LPE 12002 provide?
The card features two independent 8 Gbps Fibre Channel ports, enabling redundant data paths and high availability.
Which PCIe slot is required for the LPE 12002?
Installation requires a standard PCIe 2.0 x8 or higher slot in a full-height form factor to ensure proper power and signal integrity.
Which operating systems does the Emulex LPE 12002 support?
The HBA is compatible with major OS platforms including Windows Server, Red Hat and SUSE Linux, VMware ESXi, and Microsoft Hyper-V.
Can I use the LPE 12002 in virtualized environments?
Yes. The LPE 12002 supports NPIV and fabric zoning for seamless integration with VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V and other hypervisors.
How do I install the Emulex LPE 12002 in my Dell server?
Power down the server, insert the HBA into an available PCIe x8 full-height slot, secure the bracket, then power up and install drivers via Dell Lifecycle Controller or OS installer.
What SFP+ modules are compatible with the LPE 12002?
Use Dell-qualified 8 Gb SFP+ Fibre Channel transceivers (e.g., Dell PN R321D) that comply with industry MSA standards for optimal performance.
Does the Emulex LPE 12002 support Fibre Channel zoning?
Yes. The adapter fully supports fabric zoning, NPIV and enhanced security features for granular host-to-storage segmentation.
How do I update the firmware on the LPE 12002?
Use the Emulex OneCommand Manager or Dell Lifecycle Controller to download and apply the latest firmware and driver packages.
What is the power consumption of the LPE 12002?
Typical power draw is 7 W under idle and up to 10 W during peak data transfers, minimizing impact on server power budgets.
Is the Emulex LPE 12002 covered by warranty?
Yes. Dell provides a 3-year limited hardware warranty with optional ProSupport upgrades for rapid replacement and 24x7 technical assistance.
Does Dell ship the LPE 12002 pre-configured?
Dell ships the HBA with factory-loaded Dell-certified firmware and drivers, ensuring out-of-the-box compatibility with supported servers.
How can I monitor port health and performance?
Use Emulex OneCommand Suite or Dell OpenManage to view real-time metrics, error counters and link status for both Fibre Channel ports.
Where can I purchase the Dell Emulex LPE 12002 HBA?
Order directly through Dell Sales, authorized channel partners or the Dell online store by referencing SKU 406-BBDY.