Description
Product Overview
The Dell Dual Port X520-DA2 10-GB Server Adapter Ethernet PCIE Network is a network interface card (NIC) that is used to connect a server to a network. It is a high-performance network adapter that is designed to support 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) network speeds. This adapter is commonly used in data center environments where high-speed network connectivity is essential.
A network interface card (NIC) is a hardware component that is used to connect a computer to a network. It provides a physical interface between the computer and the network, allowing the computer to send and receive data over the network. NICs can be either built-in (integrated) or added on (expansion cards). They come in a variety of speeds and types, ranging from 10Mbps to 100Gbps.
Dell Dual Port X520-DA2 10-GB Server Adapter
The Dell Dual Port X520-DA2 10-GB Server Adapter Ethernet PCIE Network is a high-performance network adapter that is designed to support 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) network speeds. It is a dual-port NIC, which means it has two Ethernet ports, allowing it to support two separate network connections.
The adapter uses a PCI Express (PCIe) interface, which provides high-speed connectivity to the server it is installed in. The PCIe interface is a widely used standard for connecting expansion cards to a computer’s motherboard, and it offers faster data transfer rates than older interfaces like PCI and AGP.
Features and Benefits of the Dell Server Adapter Ethernet PCIE Network
The Dell Dual Port X520-DA2 10-GB Server Adapter Ethernet PCIE Network offers several features and benefits, including:
High-Speed Connectivity
The adapter supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) network speeds, which is ten times faster than standard Gigabit Ethernet (1GbE) speeds. This makes it ideal for use in data center environments where high-speed network connectivity is essential.
Dual-Port Design
The adapter has two Ethernet ports, allowing it to support two separate network connections. This can be useful for redundancy or load balancing purposes.
PCIe Interface
The adapter uses a PCIe interface, which provides high-speed connectivity to the server it is installed in. The PCIe interface is a widely used standard for connecting expansion cards to a computer’s motherboard, and it offers faster data transfer rates than older interfaces like PCI and AGP.
Low-Profile Design
The adapter has a low-profile design, which makes it compatible with a wide range of servers and allows it to fit in small form factor systems.
Compatibility
The adapter is compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and VMware.
Ease of use
The adapter is easy to install and configure, with support for plug-and-play installation and automatic configuration.
Applications of the Dell Dual Port X520-DA2 10-GB Server Adapter Ethernet PCIE Network The Dell Dual Port X520-DA2 10-GB Server Adapter Ethernet PCIE Network is commonly used in data center environments where high-speed network connectivity is essential. It can be used in a variety of applications, including:
Virtualization
The adapter is ideal for use in virtualized environments where high-speed network connectivity is essential for supporting virtual machines (VMs) and virtual network interfaces.
Storage Networking
The adapter can be used in storage networking environments where high-speed connectivity is essential for supporting storage area networks (SANs) and network-attached storage (NAS) devices.
High-Performance Computing
The adapter can be used in high-performance computing (HPC) environments where high-speed network connectivity is essential for supporting parallel processing.
Main Specification about the Dell 540-11362
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU # 540-11362
- Device Type: Network Adapter
Technical Information
- Connectivity Technology : WIRED
- Cabling Type : Ethernet 10GBASE-X
- Data Link Protocol : 10 Gigabit Ethernet
- Data Transfer Rate : 10 GBPS
- Remote Management Protocol : SNMP
- Features : Vlan Support, Quality Of Service (QOS)
Expansion / Connectivity
- Expansion Slot(S) : 2 (Total) / 2 (Free) X SFP+
- Compatible Slots : 1 X PCI Express X8 Full-Length, Low-Profile.
