Q0L14A is the HPE option part number for StoreFabric SN1200E 16Gb Dual Port Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter. It is a low-profile plug-in card with two 16Gb Fibre Channel ports, connecting to fabric switches or storage arrays over fiber optic cabling. Use this option number when configuring or expanding a supported HPE ProLiant server, including DL20 Gen10, DL360 Gen9 and Gen10, DL380 Gen9 and Gen10, DL560 Gen10, DL580 Gen10, and ML350 Gen9. Driver support covers SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 x64, VMware ESX, and VMware ESXi.
HPE Option Part #: Q0L14A
HPE Spare Part #: 870002-001
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS FOR Q0L14A:
- Device Type: Host bus adapter
- Form Factor: Plug-in card - low profile
- Interface (Bus) Type: Fibre Channel
- Ports: 16Gb Fibre Channel x 2
- Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Cabling Type: Fiber optic
- Data Link Protocol: 16Gb Fibre Channel
- Interfaces: 2 x 16Gb Fibre Channel
- OS Required: SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 x64 Edition, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 (32/64-bits), VMware ESXi, VMware ESX
COMPATIBLE WITH:
PROLIANT ML SERIES
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT Q0L14A
What is the difference between Q0L14A and 870002-001?
They are the same physical adapter under two HPE numbering schemes. Q0L14A, the subject of this page, is the option part number, which is the number used when ordering the card as a configurable option or standalone upgrade. 870002-001 is the spare part number, the assembly number typically printed on the card label and used for replacement fulfillment. The hardware, ports and specifications are identical.
What ports and cabling does this adapter use?
The SN1200E provides two 16Gb Fibre Channel ports, each supporting the 16Gb Fibre Channel data link protocol. Connectivity is wired over fiber optic cabling, so each port requires appropriate optical cabling to reach a Fibre Channel switch or storage target. The card is a plug-in adapter in a low-profile form factor, so confirm the bracket height needed by your chassis slot before installation.
Which servers is Q0L14A supported in?
HPE lists compatibility with ProLiant DL20 Gen10, DL360 Gen9, DL360 Gen10, DL380 Gen9, DL380 Gen10, DL560 Gen10, DL580 Gen10, and ML350 Gen9. Because the card is a low-profile plug-in adapter, check the available PCIe slot configuration and riser options in your specific server model to confirm the card fits the slot you intend to use.
Which operating systems are supported?
Supported operating systems include SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 x64 Edition, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 in 32-bit and 64-bit editions, VMware ESX, and VMware ESXi. Install the driver package matching your operating system release so both Fibre Channel ports are enumerated correctly and can log in to the fabric.
Can both ports be used independently?
Yes. The adapter presents two separate 16Gb Fibre Channel interfaces, so each port can be cabled to a different fabric or switch. This is commonly used for redundant paths to the same storage target through independent fabrics, or to connect to two distinct storage environments from a single low-profile slot. Multipath configuration is handled by the operating system and driver.
HPE PARTSURFER INFO FOR Q0L14A
| Spare PN | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| Q0L14A | HPE SN1200E 16Gb 2p FC HBA | |
 | 870002-001 | SN1200E 16Gb dual port Fibre Channel host bus adapter - 16Gb/s interface |
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