HBA Adaptor Compatibility

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I would like to connect the HPE SN1610Q 32Gb on the HPE DL380 to the HPE MSA 2062 16Gb. Can I use the default transceiver of the HPE SN1610Q 32Gb, or I need to add a 16Gb transceiver for this connection?

[jack543 · Accepted solution]

Hello,

To connect the HPE SN1610Q 32Gb HBA to the HPE MSA 2062 16Gb, you need to consider the following compatibility details:

1. Backward Compatibility of Fibre Channel (FC) Speeds
The HPE SN1610Q 32Gb HBA supports backward compatibility with 16Gb FC and even 8Gb FC devices.
This means the SN1610Q 32Gb adapter can negotiate the connection speed to 16Gb when connecting to the MSA 2062, which operates at 16Gb FC.
2. Transceiver Compatibility
The default transceiver on the HPE SN1610Q is typically a 32Gb SFP+ transceiver. Most of these transceivers are backward compatible with 16Gb and 8Gb speeds.
However, it is essential to confirm that the transceiver supports 16Gb operation. Check the specifications or part number of the transceiver installed in the HBA.
If the transceiver is only 32Gb and not backward compatible with 16Gb, you will need to replace it with a 16Gb FC SFP+ transceiver.
3. Cabling
Ensure that you use the correct OM3 or OM4 multimode fiber optic cables for the connection. These cables support both 16Gb and 32Gb FC.
4. Firmware and Configuration
Update the firmware of the HBA and MSA to the latest supported versions to ensure proper compatibility and negotiation of the link speed.
Configure the HBA to auto-negotiate the speed or manually set it to 16Gb, if required.
Conclusion
You might not need to add a 16Gb transceiver if the default 32Gb transceiver in the HPE SN1610Q is backward compatible with 16Gb. Confirm this in the transceiver specifications. If not, procure a compatible 16Gb FC SFP+ transceiver for the connection.
I hope u find good answer.
Best Regards
jack543

[ArunKKR]

Hi,

I agree with @jack543's  feedback.  Default 32GB transceiver shipped with the FC HBA card should work with MSA 2060FC array. https://www.hpe.com/psnow/doc/c05205227.pdf?jumpid=in_pdp-psnow-qs

You may try connectivity before SPP update and then update it later if needed.