High-speed network connectivity is a critical consideration when selecting a network adapter for your server. It refers to the ability of the network adapter to transfer data at fast speeds, allowing for efficient communication and data transfer between devices and systems.
Some key factors that affect high-speed network connectivity include:
- Bandwidth: The amount of data that can be transmitted over the network in a given time period. High-speed network adapters typically have greater bandwidth, allowing for faster data transfer.
- Latency: The delay in data transfer between devices and systems, which can impact network performance and responsiveness. High-speed network adapters typically have lower latency, allowing for faster data transfer and improved application performance.
- Protocol support: The set of rules and procedures used to govern data transfer and communication between devices and systems. High-speed network adapters typically support protocols that are optimized for fast data transfer, such as TCP/IP, UDP, and SCTP.
- Network infrastructure: The physical components and connections used to transfer data over the network. High-speed network adapters typically require high-performance switches and routers to optimize data transfer speeds.
- Network optimization: The process of tuning and optimizing the network to improve performance and reduce latency. This may involve configuring network settings, implementing quality of service (QoS) and traffic management policies, and optimizing network protocols.
Network Interface Cards (NICs) are hardware components that enable computers and servers to connect to networks and transfer data. When selecting a NIC, there are several key features to consider:
- Network speeds: The network speed refers to the maximum data transfer rate supported by the NIC. This is typically expressed in megabits per second (Mbps) or gigabits per second (Gbps). Higher network speeds enable faster data transfer rates.
- Number of ports: The number of ports refers to the number of physical connections that the NIC has. A NIC with multiple ports can support more devices or connections simultaneously.
- Interface: The interface refers to the type of physical connection used by the NIC. Common interfaces include PCI, PCIe, and Ethernet.
- Duplexing: Duplexing refers to the ability of the NIC to transmit and receive data simultaneously. Full-duplex NICs can transmit and receive data at the same time, while half-duplex NICs can only transmit or receive data at any given time.
- Wake-on-LAN: Wake-on-LAN is a feature that allows a computer or server to be powered on remotely using a network message. This can be useful for remote management and maintenance.
- Jumbo frame support: Jumbo frames are larger than standard Ethernet frames and can improve network performance in certain scenarios. NICs that support jumbo frames can take advantage of this performance improvement.
- Virtualization support: NICs that support virtualization can be used to create virtual network interfaces for virtual machines, allowing them to communicate with other devices on the network.
Flexible networking capabilities refer to the ability of a Network Interface Card (NIC) to support a wide range of networking protocols and configurations, and to adapt to changing network environments.
Some key flexible networking capabilities to consider when selecting a NIC include:
- Protocol support: A flexible NIC should be able to support a wide range of networking protocols, including TCP/IP, UDP, SCTP, and others. It should also support common network features such as VLAN tagging, QoS, and traffic management.
- Configuration options: A flexible NIC should offer a range of configuration options to support different network environments and use cases. This might include the ability to configure network settings such as IP addresses, subnet masks, and DNS servers, as well as advanced options such as link aggregation, load balancing, and failover.
- Compatibility with existing network infrastructure: A flexible NIC should be compatible with the existing network infrastructure and able to work seamlessly with other network components such as switches and routers.
- Support for virtualization: A flexible NIC should be able to support virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper-V, and KVM, allowing for the creation of virtual network interfaces and the ability to manage network traffic between virtual machines.
- Software-defined networking (SDN) support: A flexible NIC should support SDN technologies, enabling network administrators to manage network traffic and resources more efficiently.
Main Specifications
- Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Cabling Type: Ethernet 10GBase-KX4
- Data Link Protocol: 10 GigE
- Data Transfer Rate: 10 Gbps
Features
- Flow control, VLAN support, TCP/IP offloading, Quality of Service (QoS), Jumbo Frames support, PXE support, Receive Side Scaling (RSS)
- Compliant Standards: IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3ap, IEEE 802.1Qau
Processor/Memory
- Processor: 1 Emulex
- RAM: 128 MB
Miscellaneous
- Compliant Standards: FCC Class A certified, VCCI, EN55022, ICES-003, IEC 60950, EN55024, UL 60950, CSA 22.2 No. 60950, MIC, AS/NZS 3548, FCC CFR47 Part 15, WEEE, RoHS, ACA
- System Requirements:
- OS Required: SunSoft Solaris x86 10, SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 11, SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 10, SunSoft Solaris x64 10, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 SP2, VMware ESX 4.0
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature: 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature: 131 °F
- Humidity Range Operating: 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Compatibility
- Designed For: HPE ProLiant BL420c G8 G9 (Gen8 Gen9) HPE ProLiant BL460c G8 G9 (Gen8 Gen9) HPE ProLiant BL465c G8 G9 (Gen8 Gen9) HPE ProLiant BL660c G8 G9 (Gen8 Gen9
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