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406-BBEB Overview
406-BBEB-QLogic 2560 Single Port 8Gb Fibre Channel HBA, PCIe Full-height is a high-performance expansion card designed to deliver robust storage networking capabilities for enterprise environments. Built as a Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter, it features a PCIe interface with an x8 lane configuration and is powered by the QLogic 2560 chipset, ensuring reliable, high-throughput connectivity for SAN and storage expansion applications.
This full-height card is purpose engineered for server enhancement and storage expansion, offering a single SFP port that supports 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity. It provides compatibility across multiple operating systems including Windows, Linux, VMware ESXi, and FreeBSD, while its passive cooling design helps maintain stable operation in demanding data center environments.
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406-BBEB Specifications
- Product Type
- Expansion Card
- Card Type
- Storage Controller
- Interface
- PCIe x8
- PCIe Version
- PCIe 3.0
- Chipset / Controller
- QLogic 2560
- Supported Ports
- SFP
- Port Count
- 1
- 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, FreeBSD
- Bus Width
- 64-bit
- Power Requirements
- 3.3V
- Use Case
- Storage Expansion
- Product Name
- 406-BBEB-QLogic 2560 Single Port 8Gb Fibre Channel HBA, PCIe Full-height
- Height
- 4.2 inches
- Width
- 1.7 inches
- Depth
- 7.0 inches
- Weight
- 1.25 lbs
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| 406-BBEB |  406-BBDS |  540-BBCB |  403-BBMS |  540-BBBZ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Expansion Card | Expansion Card | Expansion Card | Expansion Card | Expansion Card |
| Card Type | Storage Controller | Other | Network Interface Card | Storage Controller | Network Interface Card |
| Interface | PCIe x8 | PCIe x8 | PCIe x4 | PCIe x8 | PCIe x4 |
| PCIe Version | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Chipset / Controller | QLogic 2560 | Emulex LPE 12000 | Intel I350 | QLogic 2692 | QLogic 57800 |
| Supported Ports | SFP | SFP | RJ-45 | SFP+ | RJ-45 |
| Port Count | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Max Data Rate | N/A | N/A | 1Gbps | N/A | 10Gbps |
| 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 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Full Height Bracket | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Cooling | Passive | Passive | Passive | Passive | Passive |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows, Linux, VMware ESXi, FreeBSD | 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 | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Use Case | Storage Expansion | Storage Expansion | Network Upgrade / Server Expansion / Broadcast | Storage Expansion | Network Upgrade |
| Product Name | 406-BBEB-QLogic 2560 Single Port 8Gb Fibre Channel HBA, PCIe Full-height | 406-BBDS-Dell Recommended Emulex LPE 12000 Single Port 8Gb Fibre Channel HBA, PCIe Full-height | 540-BBCB-Intel i350 Four Ports 1GbE BASE-T, rNDC | 403-BBMS-QLogic 2692 Dual Ports 16Gb Fibre Channel HBA, PCIe Half-height | 540-BBBZ-QLogic 57800 2x10Gb BT + 2x1Gb BT Network daughter card |
| Height | 4.2 inches | 4.2 inches | 0.5 inches | 0.8 inches | N/A |
| Width | 1.7 inches | 3.1 inches | 4.3 inches | 4.4 inches | N/A |
| Depth | 7.0 inches | 8.0 inches | 1.5 inches | 7.0 inches | N/A |
| Weight | 1.25 lbs | 1.3 lbs | 0.2 lbs | 0.5 lbs | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
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Ahsan Rauf
5
Easy to deploy and configure in production.
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Sebastian Krall
5
Worked flawlessly with our SAN switches.
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Bilal Siddiq
4
Reliable adapter for critical storage workloads.
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George Hinton
5
Solid Dell recommended component.
Questions & Answers
What is the maximum throughput of the QLogic 2560 Single Port 8Gb Fibre Channel HBA?
The QLogic 2560 HBA delivers up to 8 Gbps full-duplex throughput per port, enabling high-speed SAN connectivity for demanding enterprise applications.
Which PCIe slot is required for the QLogic 2560 HBA?
The QLogic 2560 HBA requires a PCIe 2.0 x8 full-height slot for optimal performance and full-bandwidth fiber channel operation.
Is the QLogic 2560 Single Port HBA backward compatible with 4Gb Fibre Channel switches?
Yes, the QLogic 2560 supports backward compatibility to 4 Gbps Fibre Channel switches and storage arrays, ensuring seamless integration in mixed-speed SAN environments.
Which operating systems are supported by the QLogic 2560 Fibre Channel HBA?
The QLogic 2560 is certified for major enterprise operating systems including Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESXi and Oracle Linux.
How do I install drivers for the QLogic 2560 HBA?
Download the latest QLogic 2560 driver package from the vendor support site, run the installer for your OS, and reboot. The adapter will be automatically detected and configured.
What type of cable is required for the QLogic 2560 Fibre Channel HBA?
Use an LC-terminated OM3 or OM4 multimode fiber cable to connect the QLogic 2560 HBA to your Fibre Channel switch for optimal signal integrity at 8 Gbps.
Does the QLogic 2560 HBA support virtualization features?
Yes, the QLogic 2560 includes VMware NPIV (N_Port ID Virtualization) and Windows Server ODX support, enabling efficient VM-level SAN zoning and offloaded data transfers.
How can I update the firmware on my QLogic 2560 HBA?
Use QLogic firmware tools such as QConvergeConsole or QLogic CLI to download and apply the latest firmware bundle. A system reboot completes the update.
What management utilities are available for the QLogic 2560 Fibre Channel HBA?
Administrators can manage and monitor the QLogic 2560 via QConvergeConsole, CLI utilities for Windows and Linux, or integrated OEM management tools.
Does the QLogic 2560 support multipath I/O (MPIO)?
Yes, the QLogic 2560 HBA is fully compatible with MPIO solutions on Windows and dm-multipath on Linux, providing path redundancy and load balancing.
Which SAN switch vendors certify the QLogic 2560?
The QLogic 2560 is certified with major Fibre Channel switch vendors including Brocade, Cisco, and QLogic, ensuring interoperability and robust SAN performance.
What is the typical latency of the QLogic 2560 8Gb FC adapter?
The QLogic 2560 delivers sub-2 microsecond fabric latency, optimizing response times for latency-sensitive transaction and database workloads.
What are the key features of the QLogic 2560 Single Port 8Gb Fibre Channel HBA?
Key features include 8 Gbps full-duplex performance, hardware offloads for TCP/IP and iSCSI, NPIV support, low latency, and enterprise-grade reliability.
What warranty coverage is provided with the QLogic 2560 HBA?
The QLogic 2560 comes with a three-year limited warranty covering hardware defects and firmware updates, backed by global technical support.
How do I verify that my server recognizes the QLogic 2560 HBA?
After installation, check your OS device manager or run `lspci` (Linux) or Device Manager (Windows) to confirm the QLogic 2560 appears under Fibre Channel controllers.
What is the SKU and part number for ordering the QLogic 2560 Single Port HBA?
The SKU for the single-port 8Gb Fibre Channel HBA is 406-BBEB, which corresponds to the QLogic 2560 PCIe full-height adapter model.