20Gb/s Thunderbolt™ 2 (2-port) to 16Gb/s FC (2-Port) Adapter ( includes SFPs )

The ThunderLink FC 2162 Thunderbolt 2 to 16Gb Fibre Channel Desklink Device from ATTO Technology provides maximum throughput for high-bandwidth network connectivity for IT, media, and entertainment applications. It offers cost-effective access to storage, previously not available using FireWire or USB. With dual-channel configuration, and support for load balancing and failover, the 16 Gb/s Fibre Channel Desklink device can be used to achieve optimal I/O and data throughput, for advanced video and access to IT applications. It can support both, local and storage area networks for Mac OS X 10.9 and later, and Windows 7 and 8.1 platforms, and VMware ESXi 5.5 and later, providing a single connectivity solution for users with heterogeneous operating system environments.

General Features

Performance Engineered
This Fibre Channel Desklink device is designed to provide fast, redundant and highly available connectivity to Fibre Channel storage, and is engineered to manage latency for real-time applications. Advanced Data Streaming (ADS) technology provides controlled acceleration of data to deliver consistent performance and reliable data transfers for video editing, digital audio, video on demand, or database applications. ATTO pays close attention to detail in board design and signal integrity, to minimize transmission errors and data corruption. Fibre Channel drivers with support for multipathing, make ATTO the premier choice for high-performance Fibre Channel SAN connectivity.

Advanced Management Tools
ConfigTool features an intuitive GUI that simplifies the installation, management, and monitoring of the Desklink device. With advanced troubleshooting and performance tuning capabilities, ConfigTool provides users with sophisticated diagnostics, and the flexibility to control settings for specific applications.

MultiPath Director
Storage connectivity solution for a wide array of certified, enterprise-class storage systems from storage providers. Multiple paths to storage for improved data integrity and reliability.

Technical Features

• Dual 16Gb Fibre Channel ports.
• Two SFP+ LC optical modules (included).
• Supports 4K video file transfer and display simultaneously, with dual 20 Gb/s Thunderbolt 2.
• Daisy chain up to five additional Thunderbolt technology-enabled devices.
• Backwards compatible with 10 Gb/s Thunderbolt.
• Complete SAN connectivity when combined with ATTO FibreConnect Fibre Channel switches.
• RoHS compliant.

General Features

• Auto Negotiation to 16Gb, 8Gb, and 4Gb devices.
• Supports arbitrated loop, point-to-point, and direct fabric/switch attach.
• ANSI Fibre Channel: FC-FS, FCP, FC-AL, FC-AL2, FC-PLDA, FC-FLA.
• Flash ROM for field upgrades.
• FC Class 3 support.
• Buffer Credits: 81.
• Software RAID support with ATTO's Power Center software.
• Supports FDMI and WMI.
• Supports NPIV and Virtual Fabric.

Advanced Software Features

• Adaptive load balancing.

User Benefits

• Optimal performance for a wide range of applications.
• Low power consumption.
• Increased switch port availability.
• Reduces cost per MB of data transferred.
• Seamless integration into existing FC SANs
• Support for virtualized server environments.
• Extensive certification with SAN infrastructure components.

Networking Ports	2 x 16Gb LC
Other Ports	2 x Thunderbolt 2
Transceiver Slots	2 x Enhanced Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP+)
Host Connection	Thunderbolt 2
Operating System Support	VMware, Windows, macOS/OS X
Power Source	AC Adapter
AC Input Power	100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz at 0.6 A
Adapter Power Output	12 VDC
Operating Temperature	32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Storage Temperature	-40 to 158°F / -40 to 70°C
Operating Humidity	10 to 90%
Storage Humidity	5 to 95%
LED Indicators	Yes
Dimensions (L x H)	4.5 x 1.5 x 9.0" / 11.4 x 3.8 x 22.8 cm