701534-001 HPE FlexFabric 2-Ports 10Gb PCIe 2.0 533FLR-T Refurbished

Features refer to the specific characteristics or capabilities of a product or service, while benefits refer to the advantages or positive outcomes that a user or customer can derive from those features. In the case of the HPE FlexFabric 2-Ports 10Gb PCIe 2.0 533FLR-T Adapter, some of the key features and benefits are:

Features:

• Dual-port 10Gb Ethernet connectivity: The adapter has two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports, providing high-speed connectivity to networks.
• PCIe 2.0 interface: The adapter is designed to fit into a PCIe 2.0 slot, providing high-bandwidth connectivity to the server.
• Support for Network Virtualization: The adapter supports Network Virtualization technologies like Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN) and Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE).
• Advanced Traffic Management: The adapter supports Quality of Service (QoS) and Traffic Shaping to help ensure that mission-critical network traffic is prioritized.
• Support for Multiple Operating Systems: The adapter is compatible with various operating systems, including Microsoft Windows Server, Linux, and VMware.

Benefits:

• Increased Network Performance: The dual-port 10Gb Ethernet connectivity of the adapter allows for high-speed data transfer and reduces network congestion, leading to improved network performance.
• Improved Server Efficiency: The adapter's PCIe 2.0 interface provides high-bandwidth connectivity to the server, enabling faster data transfer and improving server efficiency.
• Enhanced Network Virtualization: The adapter's support for Network Virtualization technologies allows for easier network management and reduces the complexity of the underlying network infrastructure.
• Better Traffic Management: The adapter's advanced traffic management features like QoS and Traffic Shaping help ensure that mission-critical network traffic is prioritized and can be delivered with minimum delay or packet loss.
• Improved Compatibility and Interoperability: The adapter's support for multiple operating systems ensures compatibility and interoperability with various server environments, making it a versatile and flexible option for network connectivity.

The installation and configuration of the HPE FlexFabric 2-Ports 10Gb PCIe 2.0 533FLR-T Adapter involves several steps, which are outlined below:

• Hardware Installation: Before installing the adapter, ensure that the server is powered off and unplugged from the power source. Open the server chassis and locate an available PCIe 2.0 slot. Remove the cover from the slot and carefully insert the adapter into the slot. Tighten the screws to secure the adapter in place. Replace the server cover and connect the server to the power source.
• Driver Installation: After the adapter is installed, power on the server and install the appropriate driver software for the adapter. HPE provides drivers for the adapter that are specific to the operating system being used. Download the driver software from the HPE website and install it according to the manufacturer's instructions.
• Configuration: Once the driver software is installed, configure the adapter's settings to suit your network environment. This can be done through the server's operating system or through the adapter's management software. Some of the settings that can be configured include IP addressing, network interface configuration, and advanced traffic management settings.
• Firmware Updates: It is recommended to check for any available firmware updates for the adapter and install them if necessary. Firmware updates can improve the adapter's performance, stability, and security.
• Testing and Validation: After the adapter is installed and configured, it is important to test and validate the network connectivity and performance. This can be done using network testing tools and verifying that the adapter is functioning as expected.

It is important to follow the manufacturer's instructions and best practices when installing and configuring the adapter to ensure that it is properly set up and functioning optimally. Additionally, it may be beneficial to consult with a network or IT professional for guidance on installation and configuration, particularly in complex or enterprise-level network environments.

Network virtualization refers to the creation of logical or virtual networks that can run on top of a physical network infrastructure. This can be done using software-defined networking (SDN) technologies or network virtualization platforms. The HPE FlexFabric 2-Ports 10Gb PCIe 2.0 533FLR-T Adapter supports network virtualization by providing support for various network virtualization technologies, including:

• Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN): VXLAN is a network virtualization technology that enables the creation of logical Layer 2 networks over a Layer 3 infrastructure. The HPE FlexFabric 2-Ports 10Gb PCIe 2.0 533FLR-T Adapter supports VXLAN, allowing for the creation of virtual networks that are independent of the physical network infrastructure.
• Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE): GRE is a network virtualization protocol that enables the encapsulation of packets in a GRE tunnel, creating a virtual point-to-point link between two endpoints. The HPE FlexFabric 2-Ports 10Gb PCIe 2.0 533FLR-T Adapter supports GRE, allowing for the creation of virtual private networks (VPNs) over a physical network infrastructure.
• Network Virtualization using Generic Routing Encapsulation (NVGRE): NVGRE is a network virtualization technology that is similar to VXLAN and GRE. It enables the creation of virtual Layer 2 networks over a Layer 3 infrastructure, using GRE encapsulation. The HPE FlexFabric 2-Ports 10Gb PCIe 2.0 533FLR-T Adapter supports NVGRE, allowing for the creation of virtual networks that are independent of the physical network infrastructure.

By supporting network virtualization technologies, the HPE FlexFabric 2-Ports 10Gb PCIe 2.0 533FLR-T Adapter enables the creation of virtual networks that are flexible, scalable, and independent of the underlying physical network infrastructure. This can simplify network management and reduce the complexity of the network infrastructure, while providing greater agility and flexibility in responding to changing network requirements.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: HPE
• MPN: 701534-001
• Spare Part Number: 700760-B21
• Adapter Type: Network Adapter - with Both Brackets (Full-Height and Half-Height Bracket)
• Form Factor: FlexibleLOM (Plug-In Card)
• Interface (Bus) Type: PCI Express 2.0 x8
• PCI Specification Revision: PCIe 2.0

Networking

• Cabling Type: Ethernet 10GBase-T
• Connectivity Technology: Wired
• Data Link Protocol: GigE, 10 GigE
• Data Rate: 2 Port, each at 20 Gb Bidirectional, 40 Gb Bidirectional per Adapter
• Data Transfer Rate: 10 Gbps
• Ports: 10Gb Ethernet x 2
• Status Indicators: Port Status, Link/Activity
• Network Processor: Cavium 57810S
• Jumbo Frames: 9000 KB
• Standard Features: 802.1Q VLANs, Checksum & Segmentation Offload, Configuration Utilities, DPDK, HPE Sea Of Sensors 3D, IPv6, iSCSI/FCoE, Management Support, Jumbo Frames: 9000KB, Message Signaled Interrupt (Extended) (MSI-X), Network Adapter Teaming, Network Partitioning (NPAR), Optimized for Virtualization, LED Indicators, Preboot eXecution Environment (PXE), Receive Side Scaling (RSS), Server Integration, Single-Root I/O Virtualization, TCP/UDP/IP, TOE, Tunnel Offload, VMware NewQueue and Microsoft Virtual Machine Queue (VMQ)
• IEEE Compliance: 802.3, 802.3ab, 802.3u, 802.3x, 802.3ad, 802.1q, 802.3az, 1588, 802.1as

Processor / Memory

• Processor: 1 x Cavium 57810S
• RAM: 256 MB

Expansion / Connectivity

• Interfaces: 2 x 10GBase-T - RJ-45

Software / System Requirements

• OS Required: SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 for x86/AMD64/Intel EM64T, SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 for x86/AMD64/Intel EM64T, Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Windows HPC Server 2008, Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2011 Standard, Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2011 Essentials, Microsoft Windows MultiPoint Server 2011, Oracle Solaris 10, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.1, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.2, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.7, Citrix XenServer 6.0, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.8, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.9, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.3, Citrix XenServer 6.1, VMware vSphere 5.0, VMware vSphere 4.1

Power Requirement

• Max Power Consumption: 18.20 Watt
• Typical Power Consumption: 15.50 Watt

Environmental Parameters

• Operating Temperature Range: 0° to 55°C (32° to 131°F)
• Non-Operating Temperature Range: -65° to 85° C (-85° to 185° F)
• Operating Humidity Range: 10% to 90% non-condensing
• Non-Operating Humidity Range: 5% to 95% non-condensing

Miscellaneous

• Compliant Standards: FCC Class A certified, UL, VCCI Class A ITE, EN55024, EN55022 Class A, ICES-003 Class A, WEEE, RoHS, BSMI Class A, EN 61000-3-2:2006, EN 61000-3-3:2008

Product Dimensions & Weight

• Height: 2.25 inch
• Width: 9.50 inch
• Depth: 7.50 inch
• Weight: 1.00 lbs

Compatibility Information

• HPE Apollo 4200 Gen9 Servers
• HPE ProLiant DL Series: DL20 Gen9, DL360 Gen9, DL380 Gen9, DL120 Gen10, DL160 Gen10, DL180 Gen10, DL360 Gen10, DL380 Gen10, DL560 Gen10, DL580 Gen10, DL385 Gen10 Servers
• HPE Apollo 2000 XL Series: XL170r Gen10, XL190r Gen10 Servers
• HPE Apollo 4500 XL Series: XL450 Gen10 Servers