HPE SN1700E 64Gb 1-Port Fibre Channel Host Adapter

Overview

The HPE R7N77A is a 64 Gb single-port Fibre Channel host adapter designed to provide high-speed connectivity between HPE ProLiant and Apollo servers and HPE storage systems. Installed in a PCI-Express slot, it supports multiple Fibre Channel speeds up to 64 Gb, enabling faster data transfer and lower latency for demanding workloads such as database transactions, virtualization, and media processing. This adapter offers a seamless upgrade path that maintains compatibility with existing 32, 16, and 8 Gb Fibre Channel environments.

Key features

• Supports 64, 32, 16, and 8 Gb Fibre Channel speeds to ensure flexible integration with current and future storage fabrics
• Single-port design that fits into standard PCI-Express slots on HPE ProLiant and Apollo servers for easy installation
• Optimized for use with HPE all-flash and NVMe storage arrays to maximize throughput and minimize latency
• Enhanced link-level security features to protect data during transmission between server and storage
• Delivers consistent performance for workloads requiring rapid and continuous data access, including backup, restore, and virtualization tasks
• Enables IT teams to upgrade storage connectivity without replacing existing infrastructure, supporting mixed-speed environments

Key specs

• Fibre Channel speeds: 64 Gb, 32 Gb, 16 Gb, 8 Gb
• Port count: 1
• Interface: PCI-Express slot
• Compatible servers: HPE ProLiant and Apollo series
• Supported storage: HPE all-flash and NVMe arrays

Connectivity and compatibility

This host adapter connects directly to Fibre Channel storage fabrics, providing a dedicated high-bandwidth link between servers and storage arrays. Its backward compatibility with multiple Fibre Channel speeds allows it to integrate smoothly into existing data center environments without requiring wholesale infrastructure changes. The single-port design simplifies deployment while maintaining robust connectivity for critical applications.

Ideal uses and environments

The HPE R7N77A is well suited for data centers that need to enhance storage performance while preserving compatibility with legacy Fibre Channel equipment. It supports workloads that demand fast, reliable access to data, such as database management, server virtualization, media processing, and backup or restore operations. This adapter fits environments where incremental upgrades are preferred, allowing IT teams to scale performance as storage technologies evolve.