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B9F53A Overview
B9F53A is a high-performance Ethernet adapter engineered for reliable connectivity and optimal performance. It delivers a data rate of 1Gbps via a PCIe connection interface, ensuring seamless integration with leading operating systems such as Windows, Linux, and macOS, while supporting established protocols like TCP/IP and UDP.
B9F53A is designed as an internal PCIe card, making it ideal for deployment in data centers, small office networks, and high-speed workstations. Its robust feature set, including auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, jumbo frames, and QoS support, underlines its capability to meet the demands of modern, high-speed networking environments.
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B9F53A Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Adapter
- Brand
- Hpe
- Adapter Type
- Ethernet
- Data Rate
- 1Gbps
- Connection Interface
- PCIe
- Supported Protocols
- TCP/IP, UDP
- Form Factor
- Internal PCIe Card
- Operating Temperature
- 0 to 70°C
- Storage Temperature
- -40 to 85°C
- Input Voltage
- 3.3V
- Compatibility
- Windows, Linux, macOS
- Max Speed
- 1Gbps
- Supported Features
- Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS
- Connector Type
- RJ-45
- Bus Type
- PCIe x1
- Product Name
- B9F53A High-Performance Ethernet Adapter
B9F53A Use Case
Enterprise VMware vSphere Performance Boost with B9F53A-HPE BLc QLogic QMH2562 8Gb FC HBA
In a global financial services environment running VMware vSphere clusters on HPE ProLiant BL460 Gen10 blades, the B9F53A-HPE BLc QLogic QMH2562 8Gb FC HBA delivers dedicated 8 Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity to HPE 3PAR StoreServ arrays. By reducing storage latency to under 100 µs and increasing throughput by up to 30%, IT teams achieve 20% higher VM IOPS and 40% faster VM provisioning—optimizing virtual server density and SLA compliance.
Accelerated Backup and Disaster Recovery with B9F53A-HPE BLc QLogic QMH2562 8Gb FC HBA
In a multinational enterprise backup scenario, the B9F53A-HPE BLc QLogic QMH2562 8Gb FC HBA integrates HPE BladeSystem C-Class servers with HPE StoreOnce Catalyst backup appliances over dedicated 8 Gbps FC links. This offloads backup traffic from the LAN, slashes backup windows by 50%, and delivers sub-5 ms write latency—enabling daily full backups in under four hours and empowering IT to meet strict RPO/RTO targets.
High-Performance Computing Storage Acceleration Using B9F53A-HPE BLc QLogic QMH2562 8Gb FC HBA
In an academic research cluster processing genomics and simulation workloads, HPE BL460c Gen9 nodes equipped with the B9F53A-HPE BLc QLogic QMH2562 8Gb FC HBA connect to a centralized SAN for parallel data access. With sustained 8 Gbps bandwidth per node and sub-millisecond latency, the cluster achieves a 35% reduction in job turnaround time and a 25% increase in data ingest rates—accelerating time-to-insight for complex computations.
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Product Comparison Table 
| B9F53A |  718904-B21 |  764303-B21 |  817710-B21 |  700760-B21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Adapter | Network Adapter | Network Adapter | Network Adapter | Network Adapter |
| Adapter Type | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | USB-to-Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 1Gbps | 1Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Connection Interface | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | USB 3.0 | PCIe |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP, UDP | TCP/IP, UDP | TCP/IP, UDP | TCP/IP / UDP / NFS | TCP/IP, UDP |
| Form Factor | Internal PCIe Card | Internal PCIe Card | Internal PCIe Card | External USB Device | Internal PCIe Card |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 5V | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Windows, Linux, macOS | Windows, Linux, macOS | Windows, Linux, macOS | Windows / Linux / macOS | Windows, Linux, macOS |
| Max Speed | 1Gbps | 1Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| Bus Type | PCIe x1 | PCIe x1 | PCIe x4 | USB 3.0 | PCIe x4 |
| Product Name | B9F53A High-Performance Ethernet Adapter | 718904-B21 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter | 764303-B21 10Gbps Ethernet Network Adapter | 817710-B21 USB-to-Ethernet Adapter | 700760-B21 High Performance Network Adapter |
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Reviews & Ratings
P
Paul Robinson
4
QLogic FC HBA delivered stable SAN connectivity.
A
Arif Hussain
5
Recognized instantly by blades.
K
Kevin Liu
5
Consistent Fibre Channel performance.
M
Mujtaba Ali
5
OEM reliability.
R
Ralf Zimmer
5
Solid SAN adapter.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE BLc QLogic QMH2562 8Gb FC HBA Option Kit (SKU: B9F53A)?
The HPE BLc QLogic QMH2562 8Gb FC HBA Option Kit (SKU: B9F53A) is a dual-port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter designed for HPE BladeSystem c-Class servers, delivering high-speed, low-latency SAN connectivity.
Which HPE servers are compatible with the QMH2562 8Gb FC HBA?
The QMH2562 8Gb FC HBA is compatible with HPE BladeSystem c-Class enclosures, including c7000 and c3000 chassis, when installed in supported mezzanine card slots.
What are the key features of the QMH2562 8Gb FC HBA?
Key features include dual 8Gb Fibre Channel ports, QLogic 2562 chipset, full hardware offload, low power consumption, and integration with HPE Onboard Administrator.
What performance can I expect from the QMH2562 HBA?
The HBA delivers up to 8 Gb/s per port with aggregated throughput of 16 Gb/s, ensuring high I/O performance and minimal latency in SAN environments.
Which operating systems does the QMH2562 support?
The QMH2562 supports Windows Server, major Linux distributions (RHEL, SLES, CentOS), and VMware ESXi, with full driver availability from HPE.
How do I install the QMH2562 8Gb FC HBA in an HPE BladeSystem?
Power down the server blade, insert the HBA into an available mezzanine slot, secure the retention latch, and power on the server; basic drivers are auto-detected by the OS.
What transceivers and cables are required for the HBA?
Use LC-terminated SFP+ 8 Gb/s Fibre Channel transceivers (e.g., HPE 455883-001) and OM3/OM4 multimode fiber cables for optimal connectivity.
Does the QMH2562 support virtualization features?
Yes, it supports VMware vSphere vMotion, Microsoft Hyper-V Live Migration, and multipath I/O for high availability and load balancing.
How do I update the firmware on the QLogic QMH2562 HBA?
Download the latest firmware from the HPE Support Center and update via HPE Smart Update Manager or QLogic SANsurfer during scheduled maintenance.
What are the physical dimensions and power requirements?
The card measures 168 mm x 71 mm and consumes approximately 7 W under typical load, fitting standard mezzanine slots in HPE blades.
Is the QMH2562 covered by an HPE warranty?
Yes, it is covered by HPE’s standard warranty, offering three years of parts, labor coverage, and global support options.
Can I use this HBA outside of HPE environments?
While optimized for HPE BladeSystem, the HBA may operate in other Fibre Channel-compatible systems, but full support is provided only on HPE platforms.
What management tools are available for this HBA?
Manage the HBA via HPE OneView, Onboard Administrator, and QLogic SANsurfer utilities for configuration, monitoring, and diagnostics.
Does the QMH2562 support Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE)?
No, the QMH2562 supports native 8 Gb Fibre Channel only; it does not support FCoE.
How do I troubleshoot connectivity issues with this HBA?
Use HPE Insight Diagnostics and QLogic SANsurfer to check link status, review error counters, and analyze trace logs for issue resolution.
Which part numbers are needed for HBA accessories?
Order compatible SFP+ transceivers (HPE 455883-001) and OM3/OM4 fiber cables; select lengths based on your SAN topology and rack layout.