logical (virtual) connections to share the same physical port. Each logical connection has its own
resources and the ability to be managed independently. Each port provides single initiator capability over
a ber link or provides multiple initiator capability with N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV). The ports are
connected by using mini little connectors (mini-LC) type connectors. These connectors use shortwave
laser optics. The adapter operates at link speeds of 2, 4, and 8 gigabits per second (Gbps) and
automatically negotiates to the highest speed possible. LEDs on each port provide information about the
connection status and link speed of the port. The adapter connects to a Fibre Channel switch.
The LEDs on the adapter indicate the TX/RX and link status as shown in Table 41 on page 202.
Figure 76 on page 202 shows the adapter.
Figure 76. PCIe2 LP 8 Gb 4-port Fibre Channel Adapter
Table 41. LED indications
Hardware State
Yellow LED (8
Gbps)
Green LED (4
Gbps)
Amber LED (2
Gbps) Comments
Power Off Off Off Off
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