ThunderLink® FC 2082 (SFP+)
20Gb/s Thunderbolt™ 2 (2-port) to 8Gb/s FC (2-Port) Adapter ( includes SFPs )
Model No. TLFC-2082-D00
The ATTO ThunderLink® FC 2082 acts as an external Thunderbolt 2 to Fibre Channel adapter, connecting Thunderbolt enabled all-in-one workbooks and workstations to 8Gb/s Fibre Channel networks and storage devices. With dual channel configurations, the 8Gb/s Fibre Channel ThunderLink® is an ideal solution for users looking to achieve the highest I/O and data throughput for advanced video and access to IT applications. 8Gb/s ThunderLink® offer driver support for Mac® and Windows®, providing a single connectivity solution for customers with multiple operating system environments.
ATTO has over 25 years of experience developing high performance and reliable Fibre Channel storage connectivity solutions. ATTO ThunderLink® 8Gb Fibre Channel products provide creative professionals using Thunderbolt technology-enabled hosts, cost effective access to Fibre Channel networks and storage not previously available using FireWire or USB. The integrated family of ThunderLink® products boasts an extensive list of customer design wins and certifications with respected industry partners.
All ATTO Thunderbolt product utilize Advanced Data Streaming (ADS™) Technology which maximizes CPU processes to deliver smooth and reliable data transfers and the highest consistent performance as well as our easy to use ConfigTool™, an intuitive GUI, which enables management, monitoring and configuration.
TECH SPEC
ATTO ThunderLink® FC 2082
ThunderLink® FC 2082
ThunderboltTM 2 to 8 Gb Fibre Channel adapters provide maximum throughput for high bandwidth network connectivity for demanding IT and media and entertainment applications.
Technical Features
Dual 8Gb Fibre Channel ports
(2) SFP28 optical multimode
modules included
Supports 4K video file transfer and display
simultaneously with dual 20Gb/s
Thunderbolt 2
Daisy chain up to five additional
Thunderbolt technology-enabled devices
Backwards compatible with
10Gb/s Thunderbolt
Three year standard product warranty
RoHS Compliant
MultiPath DirectorTM
High-availability storage connectivity solution for a wide array of certified enterprise-class storage systems from leading storage providers
Multiple paths to storage for improved data integrity and reliability
ThunderboltTM 2 to 8Gb Fibre Channel
Industry Proven Technology
ATTO has 30 years of experience developing first-to-market high performance and reliable storage connectivity solutions for customers. ATTO ThunderLink® Fibre Channel adapters now provide creative professionals using ThunderboltTM enabled hosts, cost effective access to storage not previously available using FireWire or USB. The integrated family of ThunderLink adapters boasts an extensive list of customer design wins and certifications with respected
industry partners.
Flexible Connectivity Solutions
With dual channel configuration, and support for load balancing and failover, the 8Gb Fibre Channel adapters are an ideal solution for users looking to achieve the highest I/O and data throughput for advanced video and access to IT applications. ThunderLink 8Gb Fibre Channel adapters can support both local and storage area networks for macOS®, Windows® and VMware® 5.5 and later, providing a single connectivity solution for customers with heterogeneous operating system environments.
Performance Engineered
Fibre Channel adapters are designed to provide fast, redundant and highly available connectivity to Fibre Channel storage, and are engineered to manage latency for real-time applications. ATTO exclusive Advanced Data Streaming (ADSTM) Technology provides controlled acceleration of data to deliver the highest consistent performance and reliable data transfers for video editing, digital audio, video on demand, or database applications. ATTO pays close attention to detail in board design and signal integrity to minimize transmission errors and data corruption. Specialized Fibre Channel drivers with support for multipathing make ATTO the premier choice for high- performance Fibre Channel storage area network (SAN) connectivity.
Advanced Management Tools
Easy-to-use ATTO ConfigToolTM features an intuitive GUI that simplifies the installation, management and monitoring of the adapter. With advanced troubleshooting and performance tuning capabilities, ConfigTool provides users with sophisticated diagnostics and the flexibility to control settings for specific applications.
About ATTO
For over 30 years, ATTO Technology, has been a global leader across the IT and media & entertainment markets, specializing in network and storage connectivity and infrastructure solutions for the most data-intensive computing environments. ATTO works with partners to deliver end-to-end solutions to better store, manage and deliver data.
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The Power Behind the Storage
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Applications
ATTO ThunderLink® Fibre Channel adapters deliver high-performance and reliable connectivity solutions for the most demanding storage environments, including digital content creation, tape streaming and backup, rich content delivery, server clustering, and complex databases. ATTO ThunderLink FC 2082 adapters enable users to achieve the ultimate in I/O performance for real- time and transactional applications.
General Features
Auto Negotiation to 8Gb and 4Gb
Supports arbitrated loop, point-to-point
and direct fabric/switch attach
ANSI Fibre Channel: FC-FS, FCP, FC-AL,
FC-AL2, FC-PLDA, FC-FLA
Flash ROM for easy field upgrades
FC Class 3 Support
Buffer Credits: 81
Supports FDMI and WMI
Supports NPIV and Virtual Fabric
Advanced Software Features
• Adaptive load balancing
User Benefits
Superior performance for a wide range of applications
Low power consumption
Increased switch port availability
Reduced cost per MB of data transferred
Seamless integration into existing FC SANs
Support for virtualized server environments
Extensive certification with SAN
infrastructure components
Management Tools
• ATTO ConfigToolTM (w/GUI) management and configuration utility
Operating System Support
• macOS®
• Windows® • VMware®
Dimensions
• 8.66”(D) x 4.07”(W) × 1.20”(H)
Power Adapter
• Input: 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz, 0.6A Max • Output: 12VDC
External Connectivity
• Dual (2) 8Gb SFP+ LC Optical modules
• External LEDs for on-line and speed status
for each port
• LED Indicators: LINK (solid),
ACTIVITY (blinking), LINK SPEED (ON = 8Gb, OFF = 4Gb)
Environmental
Operating Temperature
Temperature: 0-40° C
Humidity: 10-90% non-condensing
Storage Temperature
Temperature: -40 C to 70°C
Humidity: 5-95% non-condensing
Compliance
FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class B
EN55022, Class B/EN55024
EN60825-1
EN60825-2
EN60950-1
cTUVus
EU RoHS (2002/95/EC)
TAA Compliant (country of origin: USA)
Warranty
• Three years
Ordering Information
• • •
Phone: 716-691-1999
ThunderLink FC 2082: TLFC-2082-D0
ThunderLink FC 2082: TLFC-2082-DE0
Complementary Products
• ATTO CelerityTM Fibre Channel HBAs
• ATTO ExpressSAS® HBAs and RAID Adapters • ATTO FastFrameTM NICs
• ATTO XstreamCORE® Fibre Channel Bridge
• ATTO premium cables
ATTO ThunderLink | FC 2082 |
Model Number | TLFC-2082-D00 (US) TLFC-2082-DE0 (UK/EMEA) |
Input Connectors | (2) 20Gb/s ThunderboltTM |
Output Connectors | (2) 8Gb/s Fibre Channel |
Connector Type | SFP+ LC Optical |
Form Factor | Desktop |
The Power Behind the Storage
Solutions
New 8K and 4K video formats being adopted by the film/television industry for production come with new requirements to support those workflows. The move to new formats, along with the proliferation of CGI and special effects in everything from TV shows to movies, is driving a need for an infrastructure capable of supporting multiple Ultra High-definition video streams. With 16 times the resolution of 1080p HD, 8K video in particular creates a tough technical challenge for studios.
The Solution: ATTO Celerity Fibre Channel HBAs
ATTO Technology Celerity Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapters deliver industry leading bandwidth and low latency. Available in single-, dual- and quad-channel configurations, Celerity Fibre Channel HBAs support up to 6,000 MB/s data transfer rates, making them an ideal solution for users seeking the highest throughput for advanced streaming media applications including 8K editing. Designed for fast, redundant and highly available connectivity, they offer driver support for Linux®, macOS®, Windows® and more, providing a single solution for users in heterogeneous OS environments.
Key Features
MultiPath Director™
- Proprietary ATTO technology provides a completely redundant, high-performance solution for content-creation applications
- Enables both failover and load balancing capabilities for multiple Fibre Channel data paths between hosts and storage
- Allows Windows, Mac and Linux workstation and server operating systems to directly connect to Enterprise-class storage
- Provides a single solution for users in heterogeneous operating system environments
Advanced Data Streaming (ADS™)
- Proprietary ATTO technology provides controlled latency and data acceleration to enable delivery of multiple concurrent video streams with no dropped frames
Config Tool
- GUI-based utility for local or remote management and monitoring of multiple data paths between hosts and storage. Used to easily identify problem areas and expedite troubleshooting efforts
An all-ATTO multipathing solution delivers simplified centralized management, consistent timeout policies across all workstations/servers, ease of maintenance with driver and firmware revisions and ease of installation/troubleshooting.
The end result? Improved productivity and increased ROI for your organization.