The LightPulse LP9002C Fibre Channel CompactPCI (cPCI) host bus adapter combines the new generation features and functionality of the 2Gb/s low profile LP9002L with the rugged Eurocard mechanics of the CompactPCI architecture. Like the LP9002L, the LP9002C provides support for 2Gb/s Fibre Channel data rates, delivering the industry’s highest performance. The LP9002C features automatic speed negotiation capability which allows complete compatibility with existing 1Gb/s Fibre Channel storage area networks (SANs), and allows seamless upgrades to higher speed 2Gb/s SANs.

The LP9002C provides a unique combination of features, including switched fabric support using F_Port and FL_Port connections, full-duplex data transfers, high data integrity features, support for all Fibre Channel topologies, and support for service class 2 and 3.

LP9002C also features sophisticated hardware that provides superior performance in SANs, delivering low latency and high throughput in switched fabric, arbitrated loop and clustered environments. Support for fiber optic cabling is provided through a small form factor (LC) optical embedded interface.