QLogic 7023303 Dual-Port 16Gb Fibre Channel / 10Gb FCoE Host Bus Adapter

Description

The QLogic 7023303 is a dual-port enterprise Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed to provide high-speed connectivity between servers and Fibre Channel storage networks. Also identified as the QLogic QLE8362-ORL, this adapter supports both 16Gbps Fibre Channel and 10Gbps Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) connectivity, providing flexibility for enterprise SAN and converged data-center environments.

The adapter uses a PCI Express x8 interface and provides two SFP+ ports for connecting to compatible Fibre Channel or FCoE infrastructure. Its dual-port architecture can support redundant SAN paths and high availability when deployed with appropriate storage and network configurations.

Key Features

• QLogic 7023303 part/model number
• QLogic QLE8362-ORL platform
• Dual-port Host Bus Adapter
• 16Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity
• 10Gbps Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) support
• PCI Express x8 host interface
• Two SFP+ ports
• Designed for enterprise SAN and storage connectivity
• Suitable for high-throughput data-center environments
• Supports Fibre Channel and FCoE operating modes
• Suitable for redundant storage-network configurations

Oracle documentation specifically identifies 7023303 with the QLogic universal HBA and shows that the adapter can operate using either Fibre Channel (FC) or Converged Network Adapter (CNA) personality.

High-Speed Fibre Channel Connectivity

With support for 16Gbps Fibre Channel, the QLogic 7023303 is designed for high-bandwidth communication between servers and Fibre Channel storage systems.

Fibre Channel provides a dedicated storage networking technology commonly used in enterprise SAN environments where predictable performance, availability, and low-latency storage access are important.

The adapter supports Fibre Channel speeds including 4Gbps, 8Gbps, and 16Gbps, allowing it to operate with compatible infrastructure at the supported link speed. Oracle’s Solaris documentation identifies the QLogic 7023303 and reports supported speeds of 4Gbps, 8Gbps, and 16Gbps.

10Gbps FCoE Support

In addition to traditional Fibre Channel connectivity, the 7023303 supports 10Gbps Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE).

FCoE allows Fibre Channel storage traffic to be transported over Ethernet infrastructure, making the adapter suitable for converged data-center architectures where organizations want to consolidate network and storage connectivity.

The adapter’s FC and FCoE capabilities can be selected according to the supported system configuration and deployment requirements. Oracle’s documentation demonstrates switching the QLogic adapter between FC and CNA personalities using its FCode utility.

Dual-Port Architecture

The two-port design provides connectivity to multiple storage-network paths and can be used to implement redundant connectivity in supported SAN environments.

Dual-port operation can help organizations design resilient storage architectures by connecting the adapter to separate Fibre Channel fabrics or appropriate redundant infrastructure.

This makes the 7023303 particularly suitable for enterprise environments where storage availability and path redundancy are important.

PCI Express x8 Interface

The adapter connects to the host server through a PCI Express x8 interface. Supporting PCIe Gen1, Gen2, and Gen3 configurations, it is designed for installation in compatible enterprise server platforms.

The PCIe interface provides the host-side bandwidth required to support the adapter’s high-speed Fibre Channel and FCoE capabilities.

SFP+ Connectivity

The QLogic 7023303 uses two SFP+ ports for network/storage connectivity. Compatible Fibre Channel and FCoE SFP+ transceivers are required for the intended operating mode.

For the Oracle configuration, documentation identifies separate supported transceivers for 16Gbps Fibre Channel and 10Gbps FCoE deployments. The listed options include 16Gbps and 10Gbps short-wave SFP+ modules, as well as 16Gbps long-wave options.

Transceivers are not necessarily included with the HBA and should be verified against the specific product configuration before purchase.

Technical Specifications

The model and part-number relationship is corroborated by Oracle documentation, which identifies 7101674 / 7023303 as the QLogic dual 16Gb Fibre Channel / 10Gbps FCoE host adapter.

Enterprise Storage Applications

The QLogic 7023303 is well suited for environments requiring high-speed server-to-storage connectivity, including:

• Enterprise data centers
• Storage Area Networks (SAN)
• Fibre Channel storage systems
• FCoE-based converged networks
• Enterprise server infrastructure
• High-performance storage environments
• Virtualized server environments
• Database servers
• Mission-critical applications
• Storage backup and data-protection infrastructure

Compatibility

The 7023303 is associated with Oracle server and storage configurations, including Oracle systems documented with the 7101674 option. Oracle documentation also identifies the QLogic 7023303 model in Solaris environments.

The adapter is also commonly identified as QLE8362-ORL, so customers may encounter either designation when searching for compatible hardware or replacement components.

Important Compatibility Note

Before purchasing, verify the server model, operating system, PCIe slot, firmware requirements, transceiver type, and SAN/FCoE configuration. Compatibility may depend on the specific server platform and deployment.

The required SFP+ transceivers should also be checked carefully. Oracle documentation specifies supported 16Gbps and 10Gbps transceiver options and notes that mixing transceiver types is not supported in the referenced configuration.

Product Benefits

High-Speed SAN Connectivity
Provides up to 16Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity for demanding enterprise storage applications.

Flexible FC and FCoE Support
Supports both traditional Fibre Channel and 10Gbps FCoE deployment models.

Dual-Port Design
Two independent ports provide flexible connectivity and can support redundant storage paths.

Enterprise PCIe Interface
PCI Express x8 connectivity provides a high-bandwidth connection between the HBA and host server.

Data-Center Ready
Designed for enterprise server, SAN, and storage-networking environments where high throughput and reliable connectivity are essential.

Recommended Use

The QLogic 7023303 Dual-Port 16Gb Fibre Channel / 10Gb FCoE Host Bus Adapter is an excellent choice for organizations upgrading or replacing an existing QLogic HBA, expanding SAN connectivity, or deploying high-performance Fibre Channel and FCoE storage infrastructure.

Part Number: 7023303
Model: QLE8362-ORL
Type: Dual-Port Fibre Channel / FCoE Host Bus Adapter
Maximum FC Speed: 16Gbps
Maximum FCoE Speed: 10Gbps
Interface: PCI Express x8