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Supported QLogic Adapters
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Firmware
The firmware module performs most of the Fibre Channel and FCoE
protocol-related functions, thus freeing the system CPU and memory resources
from protocol processing. This efficiency keeps the QLogic Fibre Channel and
Converged Network Adapter drivers thin, which saves runtime system resources
such as CPU and memory.
The QLogic Fibre Channel and Converged Network Adapter firmware is bundled
with the driver. For the QLE8000 Series Converged Network Adapters, the FCoE
Engine (framer) firmware is resident on the adapter. The FCoE firmware for the
adapter is also bundled with the driver.
Management Tools and Utilities
QLogic offers a comprehensive suite of management tools and utilities, including
the following:
SANsurfer FC HBA Manager provides a graphical user interface for
simplified management.
SANsurfer FC HBA CLI (command line interface) enables you to automate
Fibre Channel Adapter management by means of scripting and interactive
mode.
Supported QLogic Adapters
For a complete list of QLogic Fibre Channel and Converged Network Adapters
supported on VMware ESX/ESXi 4.0, refer to the online VMware Hardware
Compatibility Guide located here:
http://www.vmware.com/go/hcl
For OEM-branded adapters manufactured by QLogic Corporation, click the OEM
name in the Partner Name box.
NOTE:
All inbox drivers for ESX/ESXi are distributed by VMware.