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QW972A
HP STOREFABRIC SN1000Q 16GB 2PORT PCIE FIBRE CHANNEL HBA
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QW972A Overview
QW972A-HP STOREFABRIC SN1000Q 16GB 2PORT PCIE FIBRE CHANNEL HBA is a high-performance expansion card designed for enterprise storage and server applications. This Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) leverages a PCIe x8 interface based on PCIe 3.0, ensuring efficient data transmission between critical components in storage networks.
Built with the SN1000Q chipset, this 2-port HBA is optimized for storage expansion use cases by delivering robust networking connectivity via SFP+ ports. It features passive cooling, supports Windows, Linux, and VMware ESXi operating systems, and comes in a standard full height bracket, making it ideal for server enhancements in demanding enterprise environments.
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QW972A Specifications
- Product Type
- Expansion Card
- Card Type
- Storage Controller
- Interface
- PCIe x8
- PCIe Version
- PCIe 3.0
- Chipset / Controller
- SN1000Q
- Supported Ports
- SFP+
- 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
- Product Name
- QW972A-HP STOREFABRIC SN1000Q 16GB 2PORT PCIE FIBRE CHANNEL HBA
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
QW972A Use Case
High-Performance Virtual Server Consolidation in VMware Environments
In a mid-sized enterprise running 200+ virtual machines on VMware vSphere, the QW972A-HP StoreFabric SN1000Q 16GB 2-port PCIe Fibre Channel HBA delivers sub-millisecond latency and 250K+ IOPS per host. By integrating these HBAs into existing Fibre Channel SAN fabrics, IT teams achieve 40% higher VM density, eliminate storage bottlenecks, and reduce per-VM storage costs by 25%.
Mission-Critical Database Acceleration for Oracle and SQL Clusters
A financial services firm leveraged the QW972A-HP StoreFabric SN1000Q HBA to connect its Oracle RAC and Microsoft SQL clusters to an enterprise SAN, ensuring 16 Gbps throughput and deterministic low latency. The upgrade cut average transaction latencies by 30%, increased daily batch processing capacity by 50%, and delivered predictable SLAs for 24/7 trading operations.
Rapid Backup and Disaster Recovery Replication
A global manufacturing company employed the QW972A-HP StoreFabric SN1000Q HBA for high-speed, block-level replication from its primary SAN to an off-site DR facility. With sustained 16 Gb Fibre Channel links and VSS-compliant snapshots, the solution reduced nightly backup windows by 50%, met sub-15-minute RPO targets, and automated failover tests to enhance business continuity.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
 QW972A |  726793-B21 |  761872-B21 |  775666-B21 |  AXXRMFBU5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Expansion Card | Expansion Card | Expansion Card | Expansion Card | Expansion Card |
| Card Type | Storage Controller | RAID Controller | RAID Controller | Other | RAID Controller |
| Interface | PCIe x8 | PCIe x8 | PCIe x8 | PCIe x4 | PCIe x8 |
| PCIe Version | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Chipset / Controller | SN1000Q | HPE Smart Array P246br | HP Smart Array P440/4G | N/A | Intel RAID |
| Supported Ports | SFP+ | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Port Count | 2 | 4 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Max Data Rate | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| RAID Levels Supported | N/A | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 / RAID 50 / RAID 60 / JBOD | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | 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 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Full Height Bracket | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Passive | Passive | Passive | Passive | Passive |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows, Linux, VMware ESXi | Windows / Linux / VMware ESXi | Windows / Linux / VMware ESXi / FreeBSD | Windows / Linux | 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 | Storage Expansion | Storage Expansion | Storage Expansion |
| Product Name | QW972A-HP STOREFABRIC SN1000Q 16GB 2PORT PCIE FIBRE CHANNEL HBA | 726793-B21-HPE Smart Array P246br/1GB FBWC 12Gb 4-ports Int SAS Controller | 761872-B21-HP Smart Array P440/4G FIO Controller | 775666-B21-HP 1.0TB HH/HL LIGHT ENDURANCE LE PCIE WORKLOAD ACCELERATOR | AXXRMFBU5-Intel RAID Maintenance Free Backup Unit - RAID controller cache data protection module |
| Height | N/A | 1.73 inches | 0.67 inches | 4.7 inches | 1.0 inches |
| Width | N/A | 4.37 inches | 6.61 inches | 9.6 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Depth | N/A | 9.84 inches | 8.27 inches | 1.4 inches | 5.0 inches |
| Weight | N/A | 2.1 lbs | 1.35 lbs | 1.5 lbs | 0.8 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
M
Maha Riaz
4
Reliable connectivity to SAN storage.
C
Christian Vogt
4
Low latency and stable operation.
T
Talha Aslam
4
Performed well in production.
O
Olga Petrov
5
Enterprise-grade storage adapter.
Questions & Answers
What is the HP StoreFabric SN1000Q (SKU: QW972A) HBA?
The HP StoreFabric SN1000Q (QW972A) is a dual-port 16 Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter designed for high-performance SAN connectivity in PCIe 3.0 servers.
What are the key features of the HP StoreFabric SN1000Q QW972A?
Key features include two 16 Gb Fibre Channel ports, PCIe 3.0 x8 interface, NVMe/FC support, hardware offloads, and broad HPE ProLiant server compatibility.
Which servers are compatible with the QW972A SN1000Q HBA?
The SN1000Q HBA (QW972A) supports HPE ProLiant Gen9 and Gen10 servers—such as DL360, DL380, ML110—and HPE Synergy Compute Modules with an available PCIe x8 slot.
Does the HP StoreFabric SN1000Q support NVMe over Fibre Channel?
Yes. The SN1000Q (QW972A) supports NVMe/FC, enabling direct NVMe storage access over existing Fibre Channel SAN infrastructures.
What performance can I expect from the SN1000Q 16 Gb HBA?
Each 16 Gb port delivers up to 1,968 MB/s throughput with sub-2 microsecond latency and hardware acceleration for demanding SAN workloads.
Which PCIe slot is required to install the QW972A HBA?
The SN1000Q requires a PCIe 3.0 x8 slot to achieve full bandwidth and optimal Fibre Channel performance.
How do I install the HP StoreFabric SN1000Q HBA?
Power off the server, insert the HBA into an available PCIe x8 slot, secure the bracket, install SFP+ modules, load the HPE drivers, then power on.
What drivers and firmware are required for the QW972A HBA?
Download and install the latest HPE FlexFabric or NCN CNA drivers and firmware packages from the HPE Support Center for full interoperability.
Which operating systems are supported by the SN1000Q HBA?
Supported OSes include VMware ESXi, Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and other Fibre Channel–capable platforms.
Can I boot my server from a SAN using the QW972A HBA?
Yes. The SN1000Q HBA supports SAN boot (BBS), allowing direct server boot from Fibre Channel storage arrays.
How do I update the firmware on the HP StoreFabric SN1000Q?
Use HPE Smart Update Manager or the HPE Service Pack for ProLiant to apply the latest SN1000Q firmware revisions safely.
What warranty and support options are available for SKU QW972A?
HPE offers a one-year limited warranty with 24x7 support, upgradeable to multi-year HPE Foundation Care or Proactive Care services.
How does the SN1000Q compare to the SN1600Q HBA?
The SN1000Q provides two 16 Gb Fibre Channel ports; the SN1600Q offers four ports for higher aggregate bandwidth in larger SAN deployments.
How can I optimize performance on my QW972A HBA?
Enable NPIV, Quality of Service, and hardware offloads in your management software, and ensure proper SAN zoning and trunking.
How do I troubleshoot link issues on the HP StoreFabric SN1000Q?
Verify SFP+ modules and cables, check port LEDs, review HPE iLO or system event logs, and confirm driver and firmware levels.