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QW971A
HPE SN1000Q 16Gb 1p FC HBA
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QW971A Overview
QW971A is a high-performance Ethernet network adapter delivering a 1Gbps data rate through a PCIe interface. It supports core protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP and is fully compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS operating systems.
Engineered as an internal PCIe card, QW971A is ideally suited for data centers, high-speed workstations, and small office networks. It comes equipped with features including auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, and QoS support to ensure robust and efficient networking performance.
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QW971A Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Adapter
- 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
- Power Consumption
- 5W
- Connector Type
- RJ-45
- Maximum Range
- 100 meters
- Bus Type
- PCIe x1
- Product Name
- QW971A Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
- Height
- 0.2 inches
- Width
- 4.5 inches
- Depth
- 1.5 inches
- Weight
- 0.5 lbs
QW971A Use Case
Enterprise VMware vSphere SAN Acceleration with QW971A-HPE SN1000Q 16Gb 1p FC HBA
In a VMware vSphere data center, deploying the QW971A-HPE SN1000Q 16Gb 1p FC HBA delivers ultra-low latency and 16 Gbps throughput for shared Fibre Channel storage. This use case ensures predictable VM I/O performance, up to 50% faster datastore access, seamless vMotion and higher consolidation ratios for mission-critical virtualized workloads.
Synchronous Database Replication for High-Availability DR
For HPE 3PAR or Nimble arrays requiring zero-data-loss replication, the QW971A-HPE SN1000Q 16Gb 1p FC HBA provides dedicated 16 Gbps connectivity between primary and disaster-recovery sites. This solution guarantees sub-2 ms latency for synchronous mirroring, meets stringent RPO/RTO targets and delivers enterprise-grade business continuity.
Accelerated Backup & Archiving to Fibre Channel Tape Libraries
In large-scale backup environments using HPE StoreOnce and FC tape libraries, the QW971A-HPE SN1000Q 16Gb 1p FC HBA enables 16 Gbps data streams from backup servers to tape media. This configuration shortens backup windows by up to 40%, reduces server CPU load, increases throughput for long-term retention and optimizes tape library utilization.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| QW971A |  870825-B21 |  684218-B21 |  817738-B21 |  872723-B21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Adapter | Network Adapter | Network Adapter | Network Adapter | Network Adapter |
| Adapter Type | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 1Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Connection Interface | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe x4 |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP / UDP | TCP/IP / UDP / iSCSI / NFS | TCP/IP, UDP, iSCSI | TCP/IP / UDP | TCP/IP, UDP, iSCSI, NFS |
| Form Factor | Internal PCIe Card | Internal PCIe Card | Internal PCIe Card | Internal PCIe Card | 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 | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Windows / Linux / macOS | Windows / Linux / macOS / VMware / Hyper-V | Windows, Linux, macOS | Windows / Linux / macOS | Windows, Linux, macOS, VMware, Hyper-V |
| Max Speed | 1Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS |
| Power Consumption | 5W | 5W | N/A | 15W | 6W |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| Maximum Range | 100 meters | 100 meters | N/A | N/A | 100 meters |
| Bus Type | PCIe x1 | PCIe x4 | PCIe x1 | PCIe x4 | PCIe x4 |
| Product Name | QW971A Gigabit Ethernet Adapter | 870825-B21 High-Speed Network Adapter | 684218-B21 Ethernet Adapter | 817738-B21 High-Speed Ethernet Adapter | 872723-B21 High-Performance 10GbE PCIe Network Adapter |
| Height | 0.2 inches | 0.5 inches | N/A | 0.5 inches | 1.2 inches |
| Width | 4.5 inches | 4 inches | N/A | 3.0 inches | 4.4 inches |
| Depth | 1.5 inches | 6 inches | N/A | 0.25 inches | 0.5 inches |
| Weight | 0.5 lbs | 1.2 lbs | N/A | 0.2 lbs | 1.2 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
R
Rabia Hussain
5
Installation was quick and simple.
F
Franz Weber
4
Low latency and stable connectivity.
A
Adeel Zafar
4
Works well in SAN environments.
L
Lynn Cooper
5
Reliable storage networking card.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE SN1000Q 16Gb 1p FC HBA (SKU QW971A)?
The HPE SN1000Q 16Gb 1p FC HBA (QW971A) is a single-port, 16 Gbps Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter designed to deliver high-performance SAN connectivity in HPE ProLiant and BladeSystem servers.
What are the key features of the HPE SN1000Q 16Gb 1p FC HBA?
Key features include a single 16 Gbps full-duplex port, PCIe 3.0 x8 low-profile form factor, advanced offload engines, NPIV support, and full compliance with FC-PI-4 and FC-GS-6 standards.
Which HPE servers are compatible with the SN1000Q HBA?
The SN1000Q is fully supported in HPE ProLiant Gen10 and Gen9 servers including DL380, DL360, ML350 and compatible BladeSystem c-Class enclosures.
Which operating systems does the HPE SN1000Q HBA support?
It is certified for VMware ESXi, Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, CentOS, Oracle Linux and Ubuntu LTS.
What interface and slot type does the SN1000Q use?
The SN1000Q uses a PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface in a half-height, low-profile form factor compatible with standard server PCIe slots.
What is the maximum data throughput of the SN1000Q HBA?
The adapter delivers up to 16 Gbps full-duplex (approximately 2,000 MB/s) over a single Fibre Channel port.
Which Fibre Channel protocols and standards are supported?
It supports 16GFC, 8GFC and 4GFC, including NPIV, N_Port, Fabric login, zoning, and full FC-FS and FC-Tape compliance.
Can I use the SN1000Q HBA for SAN connectivity?
Yes. The SN1000Q provides reliable, high-speed SAN connectivity for Fibre Channel SAN fabrics in enterprise environments.
How do I install the HPE SN1000Q 16Gb FC HBA?
Power down the server, insert the HBA into an available PCIe 3.0 x8 slot, secure the bracket, connect the SFP+ transceiver and fibre cable, then power on and install the driver package.
What type of transceiver and cable do I need?
Use a 16G SFP+ LC Fibre Channel transceiver with OM3/OM4 multimode fibre or single-mode LC cables in compliance with IEEE 802.3ae standards.
How do I update the firmware and drivers for the SN1000Q?
Use HPE Service Pack for ProLiant (SPP) or HPE Firmware Version Discovery Utility to download and apply the latest firmware and driver updates.
Does the SN1000Q support virtualization features?
Yes. The HBA supports NPIV for virtual machine SAN zoning and can be shared across multiple virtual hosts for optimal resource utilization.
Which management tools can I use with the SN1000Q?
Manage the HBA via HPE OneView, HPE Smart Storage Administrator or vendor-provided CIM providers and CLI utilities.
What is the typical power consumption of the SN1000Q HBA?
Typical power consumption is approximately 4.5 W idle and up to 8 W under peak load, with only a single 12 V input required.
What warranty covers the HPE SN1000Q 16Gb HBA?
The HBA is backed by an HPE 3-year limited warranty with parts replacement and next-business-day callback support.
Where can I purchase genuine HPE SN1000Q HBAs?
You can purchase genuine units through HPE authorized resellers, the HPE Direct Store or certified HPE channel partners.
How can I troubleshoot connectivity issues with the SN1000Q?
Verify that firmware and drivers are up-to-date, check fibre cable and SFP+ integrity, validate switch zoning, and use HPE SAN health diagnostics to isolate faults.