The Dell Intel X540 Quad-Port 10 & 1GB 10GBase-T & 1000Base-T PCI-E NIC is a network interface card designed by Dell that provides high-speed connectivity for computer systems. It is a highly specialized hardware component that allows computers to connect to networks, communicate with other devices and access resources such as printers, storage devices, and servers. In this article, we will delve into the details of the Dell Intel X540 Quad-Port 10 & 1GB 10GBase-T & 1000Base-T PCI-E NIC, its features, and benefits.
FeaturesThe 98493 Dell Intel X540 Quad-Port 10 & 1GB 10GBase-T & 1000Base-T PCI-E NIC is equipped with four ports that support 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE), 1 Gigabit Ethernet (1GbE), and 1000Base-T standards. This allows it to support a wide range of networking requirements, including high-speed data transfer, video streaming, and online gaming.
The card is powered by an Intel X540 Ethernet controller that provides advanced features such as Virtual Machine Device Queues (VMDq), which enables efficient data flow between virtual machines running on a single physical server. It also supports Direct Cache Access (DCA) that optimizes data transfer between the network interface card and the processor.
The card's hardware design features an x8 PCIe 2.0 interface, which provides high bandwidth for data transfer between the network interface card and the host system. This ensures that the card can operate at maximum speeds without experiencing any performance bottlenecks.
BenefitsThe Dell 98493 Intel X540 Quad-Port 10 & 1GB 10GBase-T & 1000Base-T PCI-E NIC provides several benefits for computer systems. These include:
- High-Speed Connectivity: The card provides high-speed connectivity, enabling faster data transfer rates and reduced latency. This is particularly useful in applications that require real-time data transfer, such as online gaming, video streaming, and large file transfers.
- Compatibility: The card is compatible with a wide range of computer systems and operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and macOS.
- Scalability: The card's four-port design provides scalability for network expansion. This allows businesses to easily add more devices to their network without having to invest in additional network interface cards.
- Advanced Features: The card's advanced features such as VMDq and DCA, provide optimized performance for virtualized environments and reduce the workload on the host system's processor.
- Easy Installation: The card is easy to install and configure, with drivers and documentation available online. This ensures that businesses can quickly get their systems up and running with minimal downtime.
Overall, the Dell Intel X540 Quad-Port 10 & 1GB 10GBase-T & 1000Base-T PCI-E NIC is a high-performance network interface card that provides advanced features and benefits for computer systems. Its four-port design, compatibility with various operating systems, and advanced features such as VMDq and DCA, make it an ideal solution for businesses that require high-speed connectivity and scalability for their network infrastructure. Its easy installation and configuration also make it a popular choice for businesses looking to upgrade their network performance without experiencing significant downtime.
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU # 98493
- Product Type : Network Interface Card
- Form Factor: Internal
- Total Number Of Ports: 4
- Data Link Protocol: Fast Ethernet
- Number of Port(s): 4
- Ports Type: Ethernet (LAN), RJ-45
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