Description
Software Compatibility
Software compatibility is an important consideration when selecting hardware components for enterprise data center and cloud computing environments. The HPE Ethernet 10GB 2-Port 560flr-SFP+ Adapter is designed to be compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including Microsoft Windows, Linux, and VMware ESXi.
In the case of Microsoft Windows, the adapter is compatible with a variety of Windows operating systems, including Windows Server 2008, 2012, 2016, and 2019. HPE also provides drivers and firmware updates for the adapter that are specifically designed to work with these operating systems.
For Linux, the adapter is compatible with a range of Linux distributions, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and Ubuntu. HPE provides Linux drivers and firmware updates for the adapter that are tested and certified for use with these distributions.
In addition to Windows and Linux, the adapter is also compatible with VMware ESXi, a popular hypervisor used in virtualized environments. HPE provides customized drivers for the adapter that are specifically designed for use with VMware ESXi, ensuring that the adapter works seamlessly with this virtualization platform.
It is worth noting that software compatibility is not always straightforward, and issues can arise when using hardware components with certain operating systems or software applications. However, HPE is committed to providing robust and reliable solutions that are fully tested and certified for use with a wide range of operating systems and software applications. They also provide comprehensive documentation and support to help customers troubleshoot any compatibility issues that may arise.
Management and Monitoring Capabilities
The HPE Ethernet 10GB 2-Port 560flr-SFP+ Adapter comes with a range of management and monitoring capabilities that are designed to simplify the management and monitoring of network connections in enterprise data center and cloud computing environments. Here are some of the key management and monitoring capabilities of this adapter:
- HPE Smart Update Manager (SUM): This tool is designed to simplify the process of updating firmware, drivers, and system software for HPE ProLiant servers and related components, including the Ethernet 10GB 2-Port 560flr-SFP+ Adapter. SUM provides a unified, automated solution for firmware and driver updates across multiple HPE servers, which can save time and reduce the risk of errors.
- HPE System Management Homepage: This web-based tool provides a centralized view of system health, configuration, and performance metrics for HPE ProLiant servers and related components. The System Management Homepage provides real-time monitoring and alerting capabilities for critical system events, allowing IT administrators to quickly identify and address issues before they become major problems.
- HPE iLO (Integrated Lights-Out): iLO is a standard feature of HPE ProLiant servers that provides remote management capabilities, including remote console access, remote power management, and remote media support. iLO also provides a secure, standards-based interface for managing HPE servers and components, including the Ethernet 10GB 2-Port 560flr-SFP+ Adapter.
- HPE OneView: OneView is a management platform that provides a unified view of the entire data center infrastructure, including HPE servers, storage, and networking components. OneView simplifies management tasks such as configuration, provisioning, and monitoring, and provides a range of automation capabilities to streamline operations and reduce the risk of errors.
- SNMP Support: The Ethernet 10GB 2-Port 560flr-SFP+ Adapter supports the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), which is a widely used protocol for monitoring and managing network devices. SNMP support allows IT administrators to monitor the performance and health of the adapter using third-party monitoring tools and management platforms.
Network Expansion and Connectivity
The HPE Ethernet 10GB 2-Port 560flr-SFP+ Adapter provides high-speed connectivity and expansion capabilities for enterprise data center and cloud computing environments. Here are some of the key features of this adapter that make it an ideal choice for network expansion and connectivity:
- High-speed connectivity: The Ethernet 10GB 2-Port 560flr-SFP+ Adapter provides two 10Gb Ethernet ports that support high-speed data transfer rates of up to 10 Gbps. This high-speed connectivity allows enterprises to support bandwidth-intensive applications and workloads, such as data analytics, virtualization, and cloud computing.
- Flexible connectivity options: The adapter provides two SFP+ ports that can be used to connect to a variety of optical and copper cables, including 10Gb Ethernet SFP+ transceivers, Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cables, and Active Optical Cables (AOC). This flexibility in connectivity options allows enterprises to choose the most appropriate cabling options based on their requirements and budget.
- Scalability: The Ethernet 10GB 2-Port 560flr-SFP+ Adapter supports teaming and failover capabilities, which allow multiple adapters to be grouped together to increase bandwidth and provide redundancy in case of adapter failure. This scalability allows enterprises to expand their network infrastructure to meet changing business needs without sacrificing performance or reliability.
- Virtualization support: The adapter is fully compatible with VMware ESXi, a popular hypervisor used in virtualized environments. This compatibility allows enterprises to deploy virtualized workloads with confidence, knowing that the adapter is fully supported by the virtualization platform.
- Advanced features: The adapter provides advanced features such as IPv6 support, TCP/IP Offload Engine (TOE), and jumbo frames support, which can help enterprises improve network performance, reduce CPU utilization, and increase network efficiency.
General Information
- Device Type : Network Adapter – 2 Ports
- Form Factor : Plug-In Card
- Interface (Bus) Type : PCI Express 2.0 X8
Networking
- Connectivity Technology : Wired
- Data Link Protocol : 10 Gigabit Ethernet
- Data Transfer Rate : 10 GBPS
- Remote Management Protocol : SNMP
- Status Indicators : Port Status, Link Activity
- Features : Wake On Lan (Wol), Jumbo Frames Support, Teaming Support, PXE Support, Large Send Offload (Lso), Receive Side Scaling (Rss), Tcp Segmentation Offload (Tso)
Compliant Standards
- IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.1q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ad (Lacp), IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.1ab (LLDP), IEEE 802.1qau
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces : 2 X Network – 10GB Ethernet
- Compatible Slots : 1 X Flexiblelom





