Sourced for enterprise IT teams, the IBM 00E1578 (00E1578 - IBM 4-Port Fibre Channel 8GB/s PCI-Express 2 Low Profile Adapter) is a Fiber Channel Controller component appropriate for new-build, expansion, or warranty-replacement procurement. Technical specifications include capacity of 8 GB, interface of Fibre Channel, data rate of 8 Gb/s, ports of 4, features of Low-Profile. Appropriate for enterprise core-aggregation tier, hyperscale leaf-spine fabric expansion, EVE-NG / GNS3 lab environments at scale, and matched-pair high-availability switching deployments. Pro Disk Network supplies the 00E1578 to US business buyers. Stocked units ship same-day on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET. Pro Disk Network applies a 90-day functional warranty. Free US ground shipping on orders over $150; same-day expedited (UPS Next Day Air, FedEx Priority) available at checkout.
The 00E1578 is a IBM fiber channel controller component with capacity 8 GB, interface Fibre Channel, data rate 8 Gb/s. Pricing on the 00E1578 is quote-based — email sales@prodisknetwork.com or use our live chat for a quote within one business day.
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The 00E1578 is a IBM fiber channel controller part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the 00E1578 ship?
00E1578 orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
The 00E1578 is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Production Deployment — Drop-in part for production enterprise infrastructure. Pre-tested and inspected before shipment.
Replacement / Spare — Hot-spare or RMA replacement keeping installed base running while OEM warranty is processed.
Lab / Dev / Test — Identical part for non-production validation environments. Cost-effective using refurbished tier.
Capacity Expansion — Adding capacity to an existing deployment without disturbing the production baseline.
What is the 00E1578?
The 00E1578 is a IBM enterprise IT hardware component with capacity 8 GB and interface Fibre Channel, manufactured by IBM. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of 00E1578
Pros
Free 30-day return window covers DOA + fit issues
Cons
Designed for capacity tier, not write-intensive cache
Not a drop-in for desktop NAS without verifying caddy
Some firmware revs locked to specific RAID-controller families
Frequently Asked Questions about 00E1578
Is the 00E1578 a genuine IBM part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 00E1578 as factory-original IBM inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned IBM servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Will the 00E1578 fit my system?
The 00E1578 is a IBM fiber channel controller part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the 00E1578 ship?
00E1578 orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the 00E1578?
New 00E1578 units carry the full IBM manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the 00E1578?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.