QNAP Dual-Port 32Gb Fiber Channel Host Bus Adapter with SFP+ Transceivers

Overview

The QNAP QXP-32G2FC is a dual-port Fibre Channel host bus adapter designed to fit into a PCIe 3.0 x8 slot on compatible QNAP NAS systems. It delivers high-speed storage connectivity with two SFP+ ports supporting Fibre Channel transfer speeds of 32, 16, or 8 Gb/s, each capable of up to 28.05 Gb/s. This adapter is tailored for users who require fast and reliable SAN connections to enhance data backup, virtualization, and shared storage access.

Equipped with two short wavelength SFP+ transceivers, it supports data transmission over distances up to 328 feet when used with appropriate Fibre LC cables. The card operates exclusively as a Fibre Channel target within QNAP NAS devices running QTS 4.4.1 or QuTS hero 4.5.0 and later, ensuring seamless integration into SAN environments for scalable storage solutions.

Key features

• Dual 32 Gb/s SFP+ Fibre Channel ports provide fast and stable connections for demanding storage networks
• Supports multiple transfer rates (32, 16, and 8 Gb/s) to maintain compatibility with various SAN setups
• Includes two TRX-32GFCSFP-SR SFP+ transceivers for immediate deployment without additional purchases
• Designed to fit PCIe 3.0 x8 slots on select QNAP NAS models, ensuring easy installation and compatibility
• Functions as a Fibre Channel target, enabling your NAS to act as a storage resource within SAN environments
• Optimized for QNAP NAS systems running QTS 4.4.1 or QuTS hero 4.5.0 and later, guaranteeing stable firmware support

Key specs

• Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8
• Ports: 2 x SFP+ Fibre Channel
• Transfer speeds: 32, 16, or 8 Gb/s Fibre Channel
• Maximum throughput per port: 28.05 Gb/s
• Included transceivers: 2 x TRX-32GFCSFP-SR short wavelength SFP+
• Transmission distance: up to 328 feet (with compatible Fibre LC cable)
• Compatibility: QNAP NAS with QTS 4.4.1 or QuTS hero 4.5.0 and later

Connectivity and compatibility

This adapter is specifically engineered to integrate with QNAP NAS devices that support PCIe 3.0 x8 slots, providing a direct Fibre Channel connection to SANs. The included SFP+ transceivers enable immediate use with standard Fibre LC cables, making it straightforward to connect to existing SAN infrastructure. Its exclusive operation as a Fibre Channel target ensures that your NAS can serve as a reliable storage node within your networked storage environment.

Ideal uses and environments

The QXP-32G2FC is well suited for IT professionals and businesses that manage large-scale data backups, virtualized servers, or require fast access to shared storage resources. It fits well in environments where low latency and high throughput are critical, such as enterprise data centers, media production studios, and backup facilities. This adapter helps extend the capabilities of your QNAP NAS, making it a strong choice for expanding storage capacity and improving SAN performance.