Supports virtualized servers for overall effective server utilization. The 8Gb PCI-e FC Host Bus Adapters are priced only slightly higher than equivalent 4Gb HBAs, yet they have the ability to deliver twice the I/O performance. Be well positioned for the future with 8Gb technology. When using storage intensive applications like backup/restore, database transactions, and rich media, the improved I/O performance allows you to store and retrieve data much faster. AJ763SB